Event Decor Report: Boots To Bling - Montana Style!

We recently had the pleasure of working for a multiple day event at The Resort at Paws Up. What a wonderful change of pace for all of us and a real chance to create a Western look for an authentic, gorgeous Western location. Our Director of Event and Floral Design Kate Brack draws creative inspiration from the wild outdoors. She was in her element!

Kate Brack: “The clients wanted to create an authentic, never before seen, big sky Montana experience for their guests. No detail was overlooked from the entertainment all the way down to the napkin choice. Each detail was meticulously researched and considered. The result: three distinct evening events that attendees will cherish for a lifetime.”

Chuck Wagon Country Picnic: The Arrival and Welcome Dinner.

In keeping with the surroundings, we went upscale Western. Table top décor included voyager flannel table runners, red, white and blue bandana napkins and wooden handle silverware presented in pint mason jars. Food stations featured custom calligraphy slate menu boards. 

Boots and Bling: Creating Country Glamour in a Barn for the Gala Night.

Existing crystal chandeliers immediately set the stage for the Boots to Bling theme. Guest tables featured vintage inspired floral print linens, rustic cross back chairs and antique centerpieces accented with blush, champagne and apricot blossoms. The finer details were showcased at each place setting; genuine Tuscan napkins, platinum luster charger plates, authentic French Dot china, vintage gold flatware and custom stone place card holders. Before and after the event, guests were encouraged to take an old town keep sake photo at our big sky ranch themed photo station. 

Fond Farewell: Farm to Table Under the Stars

A 72’ imperial farm table was placed on a 12’WX120’ custom deck, contracted specifically for this one of a kind event. Mismatched farm chairs provided eclectic seating for guests and further enhanced the theme. Each place setting featured recycled olive tumbler glassware, rustic edge china and hand block printed fern patterned napkins. The imperial table was further enhanced with geometric copper containers featuring natural white and plum blossoms with foliage accents native to the region.

The chef demonstration area was backed with a custom decorative baffle wall to mask the outdoor kitchen prep area.

 

The biggest challenge came when the team had to make a tenting call within hours of the guest arrival time! 

We fell in love with Montana skies and the beautiful landscape. Thank you to the amazing crew at the Resort at Paws Up and especially to our wonderful clients!  Yes, we did have fun!

It was truly a change of pace for us to work in a remote Western location. We love a challenge and we very much enjoyed the time we got to spend in Montana.