Planning a trendy event, like an album launch or a fashion show, is the dream of many an event planner. An event of this calibre and magnitude is thrilling beyond measure, but don’t let that fool you – they take untold hours of planning.
Here are the top five tips for pulling off an event that will have everyone buzzing for weeks afterwards:
- Discuss Budget
The most important thing to know right from the start is what kind of budget you’re working with. Huge events cost huge amounts of money. When planning a super trendy event, the last thing you want to do is scrimp on spending.
Sit down with your client and discuss their expectations in brief to start, then find out how much they are prepared to spend to turn those into a reality. If you are on the same page with both, you can go ahead and unpack those expectations in more detail.
- The Wow Factor
The trendiest events always have one thing that sets them apart from all other events – the “wow factor”. This is what happens when an event goes above and beyond to ensure that everyone is equally wowed by their experience.
Think performers, celebrities, pyrotechnics, and light shows. Nothing is too much, and you can never go too far when it comes to impressing your guests.
- Plan Ahead
Ask any seasoned event planner, and they will tell you two things. Firstly, every event needs to be planned in great detail, and secondly – you need a backup plan for your original plan. Use a smooth event platform to ensure that your event goes off without a hitch.
Your plan should include your event goals and objectives, as well as a real-time budget tracker.
- Practice Makes Perfect
Event pilots are great for identifying issues and hiccups. Most big and important events, like weddings, have rehearsals – so why not your super trendy event?
The guests who attend pilot events are more tolerant and understanding, this is both a good and a bad thing. You need honest feedback to make sure that the real event is as perfect as possible.
- Hire Influencers and Buzzers
To make your event the talk of the town, you need to create an engaging atmosphere. Grab your guest’s attention by hiring celebrities, performers, and influencers. These people can either perform or pretend to be guests – that part is up to you.
Choose a location that is impressive and works for your theme. For fashion shows, your needs will be both practical and aesthetic. You will need a beautiful spot and a runway for your models.
Encourage your guests to take selfies and tag your event on their socials using your unique event hashtag.
To End
Planning an event that will have everyone’s tongues wagging will take a lot of effort, but it will be oh so worth it in the end. Follow the tips above and your event will be incredible!
