Michelle Rago, Ltd.—Blog

There are so many components to a warm and successful wedding. One design cornerstone we try and illustrate for brides is to take functional basics such as the seating card table, the cocktail reception bar, a sweet station or “to go”  sweet boxes-and turn them into “destinations” for guests. Another key component of a successful wedding is the flow of […]

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I am taking a bit of a left hand turn today. I normally post gorgeous photographs to inspire you-but today I want to blog about yesterday. Yesterday I had the pleasure of appearing on the Big Idea with Donny Deutsch (proof to my mother that I have made it) and attending the Modern Bride Trendsetters Awards Dinner at […]

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Okay…. I admit it-I have snuck off for 3 days for a little R&R. Talk about the ultimate Destination Friday!! I hopped on a Jetblue plane from JFK at 6:50 a.m. and arrived in Nassau at 9:50 a.m. Next step-grab a taxi to the private terminal and board Rosie’s shuttle to North Eleuthera, Bahamas. Final destination- the Rock House on […]

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The centerpiece is at the heart of your design and can be composed of a single flower or a mix of many different blooms. The container or vessel you use can greatly influence the final design. I often like to have a slightly taller center arrangement surrounded by smaller satellite arrangements. Remember that good lighting […]

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In a city as busy as Manhattan, finding a quiet place for a wedding or rehearsal dinner is a bit like finding a needle in a haystack. Two venues I love are Top of the Rock and 620 Fifth Avenue. You feel like you are floating in the sky.

620 Fifth Avenue for a ceremony and cocktail […]

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