Event Furniture
Reputation.
rep·u·ta·tion
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noun
noun: reputation; plural noun: reputations
the beliefs or opinions that are generally held about someone or something.
We get it, you've a got an image to uphold for your clients, vendors, partners, and employees. Your reputation and brand are invaluable and your business, career, or next sale could be riding on it. We get it.
This is why we started SOHO.
At SOHO we operate under this belief every day, with every client, both internally and externally. When we started this company 2 years ago, our founders knew all they had was their reputation. Every member of our team works tirelessly every day to make sure that we have the best product, we arrive on time, and our clients are treated with the utmost professionalism. We call this the SOHO difference
Below are a few pictures from a recent event with a client with a prominent reputation. We created a meeting set for 200 attendees with a mixture of white leather furniture, chiavari chairs, bar stools, white leather egg chairs, and charging stations. To help bring the event together we created custom pillows to match the table linens and then custom tables for the guests in the furniture.
Event Furniture Rental
New Furniture for Weddings and Events
We know how much everybody is loving our Event Furniture options, so we wanted to let you know that we have new white leather furniture! This new white leather furniture is modular, so we can connect it to make whatever shape you'd like or to help fit a certain space at your venue.
All of these pieces are button tufted white leather and match our white leather tufted banquettes that you have seen at other events.
Tips for planning the perfect outdoor wedding.
Tips for planning the perfect outdoor wedding.
There's something magical about an outdoor wedding. Being surrounded by nature as you say your vows can make your day even more special. Whether you're thinking of holding your event at a local venue, at a family house, or on the waterfront, there are some important things to keep in mind so your day is perfect no matter what.
Many couples choose outdoor weddings and receptions because the event can be highly customizable. Additionally, the venue provides the opportunity to save money because you can rent everything you need.
1. Tents protect from all types of weather
Making sure you and your guests are comfortable is very important, and renting tents is the easy way to add comfort and protection to your outdoor wedding space. During hot summer months, tents protect from the harsh sun. If Mother Nature decides to be testy, tents can protect from rain and minor wind issues. We have a wide selection of tents for rent, from the beautiful sailcloth tents to frame tents, and we can also add a beautiful drapery liner and chandeliers for that finishing touch.
Our rental coordinators at SOHO can help provide insight into the type of weather to expect for the time of year you're getting married, and can give advice on any extras you may want to order. From simple open-air tents to options with flooring, fans or air conditioning, you will find the right one for your dream wedding.
2. Customize with the ideal decorations
A tent provides a blank canvas, and from there you can create the atmosphere you desire. First decide on your vision. Are you thinking a casual outdoor event, or something more formal? How about a color scheme or a theme you'd like to follow?
Next, prioritize the most important elements. For example, if you want a formal, beach-themed wedding, you might want to rent chandeliers for in the tents, and blue linens and sashes for the tables and chairs. Almost anything you can imagine can be rented, saving you time and money.
3. Decide on the right food options
Serving food and drinks in an outdoor environment takes a bit of extra planning. Be sure to interview caterers who have experience working outdoors with tented events and are familiar with the area where you'll be getting married. Ask your caterer what tables you need to rent to display/serve your menu and your rental coordinator will help you select china, silverware and glassware with appropriate counts.
An experienced caterer can help ensure that cold foods stay cold and hot ones stay warm so that guests have an enjoyable meal. If you're planning to provide the food yourself, make sure to rent the appropriate equipment to keep food temperatures safe. To make food prep easier, consider renting a portable kitchen if the facility doesn't have an option for you to use.
4. Plan for a seamless experience
Unless you're planning a backyard wedding, most of your guests will not be familiar with the event space. Clearly mark any areas where guests might get confused or lost. For example, use signs to tell guests where the tents are located and provide luminaries and strings of lights on pathways to the bathrooms or parking facilities.
Being able to hear well can also be an issue outdoors. Rent speakers for the ceremony and be sure to have the proper music equipment for the reception. Remember, most public outdoor spaces have noise ordinance, so check with the city to see about any restrictions or permits you may need.
Planning an outdoor wedding can be easy and affordable when you utilize a rental service. Remember to plan ahead and give your vendors as much notice as possible so you can get everything you want for your big day. Call SOHO today (251) -517-7522 for more information.
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Wedding Savings Tip: Rent the Best and Save
There are a million things to think about when you begin planning a wedding. There are the big things like booking the reception site, the church, the DJ, and, of course, finding the dress. But once those are out of the way, there are little details to think about, such as a theme, the flowers, the centerpieces, linens, invitations, champagne glasses and countless other things.
With all the elements that go into planning a dream wedding, it doesn’t take long to realize that details can add up -- not only when it comes to spending, but also when it comes to storage space. After all, who wants to end up with 250 pink linen napkins once the big day has passed?
Renting materials for your wedding is one way to solve this problem. Not only is renting often a more economical solution, it also eliminates the storage issue.
“Renting will not only cut down on storage, but you can lower the cost of your wedding too,” says Becky Baumgartner, owner of Aero Rental and Party Shoppe, in Iowa City, Ia. “People often come in to look for materials to buy for their wedding, and I’ll say to them ‘How important is this to you, because you could rent this for a lot cheaper.’ ”
Renting materials for your wedding also gives you access to the latest styles in decor, table settings, linens, chair covers and other things. According to Baumgartner, people often don’t really realize the vast variety of items you can rent for weddings.
In her many years helping couples plan weddings, Baumgartner has learned plenty of lessons. Here are some of her most helpful tips to keep in mind when renting materials for your wedding:
* It’s a lot cheaper to rent the equipment than to buy it. Chances are you will never use half the things at your wedding again so why would you waste storage space and money?
* You can rent anything you need for your wedding, from a backdrop to hide the wall color at the hall to sailcloth tents. Check with your local rental store.
* Rental store employees can help you think of things you might have forgotten. Let them help you in the planning process to make sure that you have everything you need for your big day.
* Unlike halls and churches that need to be booked at least a year in advance, generally you only need to reserve the rental equipment six to seven months in advance.
* Some rental stores allow you to pick up the rental materials on Thursday evening and drop them off on Monday morning for no additional charge. That way, you don’t have to worry about pick-up and drop off on your wedding day.
* A rental store will provide you with more options, in terms of color and design, than a reception hall will.
When it comes to planning your wedding, don’t let the cost wipe out your entire savings account -- rent your wedding materials. For more information stop in to our showroom in Fairhope or call us at 251-517-7322
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