Dulux Colour of the Year for 2024 in Event Design

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If you’re a regular reader of our blog then you’ll know that way back in January we predicted that pink would be THE colour for weddings in 2023. A calculated predictions with Barbie being the blockbuster of the year and pink being a superbly versatile colour palette for any party, corporate celebration, or wedding.  What nobody foresaw was that pink …

Four Afternoon Tea Event Ideas

Sarah Lewis1 Corporate Events, 2 Private Party, 3 Weddings

Afternoon tea is a proven formula, enduringly popular for a whole host of reasons. Whether traditional and quintessentially English, with a continental twist, or upscaled with elegance, the format remains a firm favourite for all kinds of celebrations. As experienced private party planner and corporate event organisers, TLC has arranged many celebrations with afternoon tea at their centre. It’s a …

How to Keep Events Cool in a Heatwave

Sarah Lewis1 Corporate Events

The UK, like much of the world, is now seeing average temperatures rise year on year. And whilst we welcome some warm sunshine, it has an increasing impact on event planning. In the last couple of years, for example, the summer temperatures have even led to many services being shut down and talk of planned events being postponed. If you’re …

Ways To Use Prosecco at Your Party

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At TLC we’re firm believers that a bit of fizz makes the party. It doesn’t have to be alcoholic of course. But there’s something about the pop of a prosecco cork that brings the occasion and just says ‘it’s time to celebrate’. The most obvious and enjoyable of ways to use prosecco at your party is of course to drink …

King’s Coronation Party Entertainment

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In the last of our series of blogs on planning the perfect King’s Coronation party, it’s time to focus our attention on entertainment. Arguably the most important element of the event. A TLC party ALWAYS has the very best entertainment a budget can buy. Mesmerising. Jaw-dropping. Incomparable. Finding the right entertainment can make or break a party. It sets the …

Coronation Party Catering Ideas

King’s Coronation Party Catering Ideas

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With the King’s Coronation fast approaching, our party planners are out in force, organising events large and small to mark a momentous day in history. Sadly, we can’t create events for everyone. So instead, we’ll be sharing ideas, inspiration, and insight in a series of blogs so that anyone can plan the most incredible Coronation party. And with under 2 …

King’s Coronation Party Décor Ideas 

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To help you to create the best party to mark the King’s Coronation, we’re sharing inspiration and insight from our team of professional event planners. In this, the second of the series, we’ll examine the King’s Coronation party décor ideas.  TLC’s top tip for stylish Coronation party décor? Think beyond the obvious red, white, and blue bunting and opt for a …

Finding The Right Guest Speaker for Your Corporate Event

Sarah Lewis1 Corporate Events

Organising a corporate event and searching for a guest speaker? TLC has been through the process more than once. We’ve scoured the circuits, overseen our share of inspirational business events and know exactly what to look for in the perfect presenter. Here, our CEO Liz Taylor, a seasoned orator herself, shares her thoughts on finding the right guest speaker for …

5 Ways to Update Your Awards Event

Sarah Lewis1 Corporate Events

Applauded or criticised, awards events such as the recent BAFTAs always seem to capture the headlines. And why? Well, like the showbiz BAFTA nominees, we all love to be recognised for our skills, talent, and achievements. And an awards ceremony watched my millions is a perfect opportunity to do this. So, the celebrities go all out to create red carpet …

Business Lessons We Can Learn From Disney

Business Lessons We Can Learn From Disney

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The centenary of The Walt Disney Company falls this year. The onscreen successes are where most will focus their attentions. That and the unabated pleasure that Disney brings to young and old. I am more interested in Disney – the business. And importantly, the business lessons we can learn from Disney. From humble beginnings as an animation studio in 1923 …