Who doesn't like new things?

It is always so exciting when new things happen. I love to post about things that are exciting not only to our clients, but to us as well! A little over a year ago I was at conference in Southern California. This conference is always great for seeing what is hot and new in the wedding industry. At the time, I saw a really cool chair. I know you are probably saying "big deal" a chair, what is so exciting about that?" Well this particular chair was very modern, and edgey, and just all around gorgeous. The best part is that it was completely customizable. The look could change entirely from event to event. These chairs were called Chameleon Chairs.. how fitting right? Just like the little lizard they are named after, they allow for flexibility and change. They even have covers that look like dresses.(see this picture of me that was taken with them covered)Aren't they so cute?


The ability to change appearance in this industry is so important! No bride or groom want the exact same thing as all of the others we have worked with. Well I did some research on these chairs, and sure enough Chicago was the only place close that offered them for rent. My hope of seeing these chairs in St Louis anytime soon was quickly fading. Then a couple of months ago, during an ISES (International Special Events Society) trolley touring new venues, when we stopped at Palladium Saint Louis. This amazing brand new venue is located on Park Place inLafeyette Square in St Louis. This place is owned and operated by Butler's Pantry, and it is HUGE and so gorgeous!

After the tour, we came back to the front entry where I ran into their Sales Director, Elizabeth Hawkey. She told me they were working on final details, place settings, chairs, etc before their opening in November. I could not resist telling her about the Chamelon Chairs that I was so in love with. She told me to send her the information, so I did. Then several weeks later I got an email from Elizabeth letting me know that Palladium had decided to purchase the Fanfare collection of the Chameleon chairs! Who hoo, I was so excited you would have thought it was my birthday. I am truly thrilled when new things that excite me come to St. Louis.

Palladium Saint Lous is a marvelous new venue, and a welcome addition to our industry! I cannot wait to do an event there. Thank you for humoring me with the chairs Butlers Pantry & Palladium staff, they are fab!!