Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds’ Relaxed Southern Wedding

This week, we’ve finally seen some photos of the quietest celebrity wedding of 2012. Unlike most celebrity weddings, Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds’ big day wasn’t papped, and none of their 35 guests Tweeted a single snap.

Even though the wedding was at the start of September, the first photos of the day are going to be published in the new issue of Martha Stewart Weddings magazine. The magazine helped style the couple’s wedding and has been allowed to publish photos of the work they did for the couple.



The photos that we’ve seen so far include shots of the couple’s dessert table, the bride’s bouquet, and the couple holding hands after the ceremony. We’re hoping to see more photos soon.

With such an intimate guest list, and the couple’s star power, they must have had some great entertainment lined up.

What do you think of Blake and Ryan’s wedding? Tell us below!

As 2012 comes to a close, we would like to thank all of our incredible clients, and prepare our future ones for an even better year just around the corner. Please follow our page for the latest updates on how Excel Entertainment can make your special event unforgettable. Happy holidays to everyone, and enjoy the our new 2013 PROMO!

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How to Set a Wedding No-play List

At many weddings, the main focus for the bride and groom is to figure out what songs they want played during their big day. One thing that they don’t give much thought to is a “no-play” list. This is just as important for your event.

This doesn't have to be an exhaustive list of songs, of course. It can be specific genres or artists that you don’t want played. Whether it’s because you don’t like the music, or you just don’t think it’s in keeping with your wedding’s theme, it’s a good guide to give your wedding entertainment.

When we play at a wedding or other event, we often get requests from the guests during the night. In most cases, we’ll try to oblige. If you don’t want this, it’s best to let us know ahead of time. We’re used to handling requests, and can also handle refusing them if we need to.

Whatever your music choice, we’d love to work with you to provide the perfect soundtrack for your big day.

Jason at the historic 12.12.12 concert for sandy relief

I was so fortunate to have been a part of this amazing event...the concert of the century. All while contributing to an incredible cause, the Robin Hood foundation for the Sandy Relief Fund. Music is my life and tonight i witnessed "the greats", who continually inspire me to put on better shows, performances, and events. Excel Entertainment...the idea that no idea is too big, picking up inspiration where ever we go.
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Winter Wonderland Weddings

With white snow, silver and gold decorations, and beautiful evergreen, winter makes a great wedding theme.



 

If you’re thinking of going seasonal with your wedding, here are some entertainment ideas.

• A holiday sing along can happen spontaneously when you have a winter theme, or at any winter wedding. Instead of waiting for people to start singing, mix a few holiday standards into your wedding playlist or as a karaoke choice.


• Snowfall and roaring fires might not be available at every venue or on every day, but you can have the next best thing – showing them on a video screen. Any venue can have a lovely fireplace for guests to sit around and share a hot toddy, while others can sit next to a window with freshly falling snow.


• Festive props can work magic in a photo booth. Whether it’s a sprig of mistletoe for some sneaky kisses, a big coat, or some woolly hats, your photo booth shots can be a great place for your theme to come to life.

However you use your winter theme, let us help you with your wedding entertainment ideas.

2013 Wedding Trend: Geek Chic Wedding

Geek chic weddings are a fun trend, and perfect for all the tech savvy couples. We love helping couples add a bit of geek fun to their entertainment, too.

• Video screens can be a great way of adding in some classic geek fun. You can have a karaoke party for the end of the night, or hook up a gaming system for guests to play when they need a break from dancing.


• Photo booths are perfect for geek fun, especially when you provide a few costumes and props. Funky wigs, fake moustaches, and comic-style words can allow your guests to create their own superhero stories.


• You can add an extra dimension to your wedding with some online content. If you have a wedding website, you can put QR codes around the venue for guests to unlock special parts of your site. It can be a way to say thank you for coming, or part of a wedding treasure hunt.

Whatever you choose for your geek chic wedding, we can help give you plenty of advice for having the perfect entertainment.