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Rustic Fall Wedding Ideas on a Budget

September 17, 2023 by Donna

With fall arriving this week, what better time than now to share some rustic fall wedding ideas on a budget. Whether you are adding some last minute details or planning next year’s wedding, let’s take a look at some ideas for a fall-kissed wedding reception.

As an enchanting season, late September to early November have become an ideal time to host a wedding party. The cozy, rustic charmed season offers couples an ideal backdrop to celebrate their love. If you’re planning a fall wedding with a touch of rustic elegance, you’ve come to the right place. We’re here to share some captivating ideas that will make your special day truly memorable.

Fall Wedding Details

1. Earthy Color Palette

Embrace the warm and earthy tones of fall by selecting a color palette an autumn palette. This can mean going all out with rich burgundies, deep oranges, muted greens, and warm browns. Or perhaps you prefer a hint of fall as a compliment your other chosen colors. For example, light pink and sage work beautifully together.

With whatever colors you choose, Bergen Linen rentals can reflect these hues beautifully. Consider renting tablecloths, napkins, and overlays in these autumnal shades to create a cohesive and inviting atmosphere. Pair with classic neutrals or full-on color. Speak with a team member regarding your options or request a quote.

2. Farm-to-Table and Fall Feast Selections

A rustic fall wedding is the perfect occasion for a farm-to-table dining experience. Fortunately, there are many caterers to choose from in our area that offer sustainable and other farm fresh menus. In addition, there are many ways to include fall into your appetizers, beverages, entrees, and desserts.

stuffed acorn squash
butternut squash risotto
apple cider glazed chicken
spiced maple bourbon fizz
classic carrot cake

3. Outdoor Ceremony

If possible, do your best to take advantage of the mild fall weather by hosting your ceremony and reception outdoors. Dress up your event space with the proper autumn decor and table linens. Your preference of rustic will determine the amount and type of decor needed.

When it comes to outdoor events (especially in the NY/NJ area), it is important to have a backup plan. There is always a possibility of rain or chilly weather. (And yes, snow! Remember that Halloween blizzard in 2011?!)

4. Cozy Lounge Areas

When you think of rustic, you should also be thinking of cozy. For this feel, we suggest including a relaxed, intimate area complete such as a lounge area. The perfect place for people to gather before, during, and/or after the main events throughout your wedding. If you are feeling extra cozy, include soft pillows and some blankets; this is an especially perfect idea for those planning on providing an after-party experience.

5. Fall Foliage Decor

Fall foliage is full of beautiful colors so why not incorporate them into your wedding decor. Autumn-inspired table runners adorned with fresh autumn leaves or chair sashes tied with seasonal berries can add a touch of natural charm to your venue.

6. Warm Beverages and Blankets

As the evening begins to wind down, provide your guests with warm beverages like apple cider or hot chocolate. These are perfect drinks for your lounge area or at the time of dessert. Work with your caterer or event space to create some seasonal cocktails to help tie in your theme.

Final Rustic Fall Wedding Ideas on a Budget

At Bergen Linen, we specialize in providing premium linen rentals to enhance your fall wedding decor. And our wide selection of linens, from tablecloths to napkins, can help you achieve the rustic reception of your dreams. When it comes to linens or any other wedding decor, take into consideration your event’s lighting.

If you’re hosting an outdoor wedding, you should have a lighting back up (along with a tent) for overcast days. You should also be aware of sunset so you can bring in lighting as needed throughout your wedding celebration. Some popular options are outdoor chandeliers, warm fair lights, lanterns, and flameless candles. (Dry leaves and other outdoor elements are quite flammable so flameless is ideal.)

Ready to place an order or learn more about your rustic fall wedding linen rentals? Call (800) 789-8115 or message us today.

Quality Guest Linen Service Check-in

September 6, 2023 by Donna

Checking in on your hospitality linen services!

All summer long, Bergen Linen’s team has been busy with providing clean linen to many in the hospitality industry. This includes: schools, camps, and other facilities in need of commercial laundry services.

Affordable Quality Guest Linen Service

Welcome guests and visitors the right way. With first impressions formed within seconds, it is important that every detail is in place. Even within a casual setting such as a camp, a guest expects clean, pressed bed linens.

Fresh linens convey a sense of comfort and cleanliness that lingers long after leaving. Recent studies have highlighted the impact on linens by guests; a quality laundry service can help improve guests’ overall satisfaction.

Tailored Hospitality Linen Packages

Every hospitality call that we receive is different than the next. After all, they are creating an environment for guests in their unique space. That’s why we offer a range of customizable linen packages.

Hospitality linen offerings include:

Blankets
Sheets
Pillowcases
Towels

When running a team or business, you want industry vendors you can trust. That’s where we come in! If you have a few minutes, allow one of our team members to get to know you a little bit better. Together, we can customized a linen plan that suits your needs – and schedule.

By choosing a linen supply service that understands your needs (and budget), you’re making a choice that helps both guests AND your team. Imagine how less stressful a day or even can with reliable service and quality linens.

Summer Micro Wedding Ideas

July 31, 2023 by Donna

Summer 2022 Micro Weddings

Summer 2022 Micro Weddings are still a popular option. And some experts say they are here to stay in some form one way or another.

Micro weddings are not entirely a ‘new’ concept. For many years, people have been eloping. However, this was typically a destination wedding such as a beach wedding .

Often, destination wedding receptions and elopements are a smaller scale. Elopments tend to be more secretive. And a destination wedding is usually an invitation to a small group of the closest family and friends. Microweddings are a little bit bigger (usually under 50 guests) and no secret here.

Engaged couples love a scaled-down wedding reception and here’s why:

Fewer guests, less work!
Budget-friendly! (Typically $1,500-10,000.)
Fewer opinions & people to please!
Unique spaces accessible!
Easier to plan

Smaller weddings also mean that more time can be spent with each guest.

Even with a scaled down event, linens and all the other details are still as important. Bergen Linen loves to be inspired by weddings found on Pinterest. If you are unfamiliar with micro wedding, you may wish to take a look around. Engaged couples are certainly making the most of their special event. There are plenty of New Jersey and New York wedding magazines and online directories featuring 2021 micro wedding ideas.

If a smaller gathering is not for you, our team would be happy to provide a quote for your larger wedding as well. Bergen Linen has a large inventory of colors, sizes and options.Party linen rentals include: tablecloths, napkins, overlays, runners, chair covers, sashes and more.

We offer a large selection of tablecloths, napkins, overlays, runners, chair covers and more. With a smaller party, you may be able to add those extra details originally cut out. Feel free to request a ‘rush’ order by emailing orders@bergenlinen.com or calling (800) 789-8115.

Mother’s Day Dinner Ideas

May 8, 2023 by Donna Leave a Comment

Mother’s Day is just around the corner so you most likely have some Mother’s Day dinner ideas in mind. If you have the reservations and special menu, then complete the moment with a proper table setting. For those of you who own or manage a restaurant, this is the perfect opportunity to provide a memorable dining experience for your guests. To help you get started, we’ve put together some Mother’s Day dinner ideas with a focus on different types of table settings and themes that will make this day unforgettable. Let’s plan this celebratory dinner together.

The Mother’s Day and Restaurant Relationship

There are several reasons why Mother’s Day is a big holiday for restaurants. First and foremost, it’s a special occasion that celebrates the most important women in our lives- motherly figures. And for many, it’s a special day that many families and loved ones gather at a meeting place to share a special meal together. Secondly, Mother’s Day falls on a Sunday; this is already a traditionally a busy day for restaurants. Most people do not have work on Sundays so it’s an easy day to have everyone meet up. While a homemade meal is just as special, there is something very relaxing about not having to stress about a menu, the preparation, serving, and the clean-up. Mother’s Day is considered a very lucrative day for restaurants and so they can expect a higher than average number of customers. Lastly, your restaurant can use Mother’s Day as an opportunity to showcase your team’s amazing culinary skills with fine-tune delicious recipes. Often, eating establishments have a fixed menu, a special menu, holiday promotion, and other signature items. These offerings can help further build a restaurant’s reputation.

Mother’s Day Dinner Ideas: Choose a Theme

Fancy dinners are loved by pretty much everyone. From elevated comfort food to a mother figure’s favorite meal, highlight this meal with a proper placesetting. Of course, you should take into consideration your current space – and what will work with your dining area.

Classic Elegance: When in doubt, it’s okay to keep it simple and classic. Crisp, white table or light pink table linens are always a great choice for such an occasion. If you are working with white table linens, you may consider a pop of color to the table. A floral centerpiece or overlay may be a nice added touch.
Rustic Charm: Some restaurants lend themselves to a more relaxed and cozy atmosphere. Consider using earthy tones such as golds, greens, and natural colors. Add some candles and wildflowers for a charming and rustic centerpiece.
Modern Minimalism: Restaurants with a more contemporary vibe tend to choose a black and white palette. While this concept looks great on a table, you still may want to add some fresh flowers or candles to give this special dinner a warm touch.
Garden Tea Party: Mother’s Day falls in the springtime so a garden tea party vibe is perfect. Of course, a tea party event is more likely to be a breakfast, brunch, or lunch. Pastels and colorful tablecloths paired with fresh flowers are a perfect pairing. If you are offering an actual tea party, there will need to be beautiful teapots, cups, and saucers. Mix-and-match these pieces for an inviting look.

What to Serve on Mother’s Day?

Mother’s Day is more special than your average weeknight dinner. However, some motherly figures are interested in a more casual gathering.

Casual Meal. Casual food can still be packed with plenty of flavor. Rotisserie chicken is a classic recipe that everyone loves.
Classic Go-to. Think chicken Alfredo, chicken Marsala, roasted chicken, your famous Bolognese recipe, and more.
Brunch and Lunch. When it comes to a lighter meal, you may want to incorporate some small puff pastry bites and other appetizers.
Comfort Dish. A comforting dish such as a chicken pot pie is a fan-favorite. Beef stew is also another classic dinners guests love.
Elegant Dinner. Favorite foods include fresh fish, garlic butter steak, and other speciality treats.

Creating the Perfect Mother’s Day Meal

Choosing a theme that you and your team is comfortable with is the first step. You have enough on your plate (no pun intended) so lean into your current decor. Then, call your friends at Bergen Linen for the proper event table linen rentals. By paying attention to the details, you can create a unique setting that will impress your guests. High-quality table linens, fresh flowers, elegant napkin rings, and more. All of these touches will bring a little luxury to your table. And most importantly, make sure that your guests feel appreciated and loved on this special day. While every day is a day to ‘wow’ guests, Mother’s Day is the perfect opportunity to take your restaurant to another level. By incorporating different types of table settings and themes, you can provide a memorable dining experience for your guests. To help with your Mother’s Day dinner ideas, call and speak with one of team members today.

Spring Bridal Shower Themes

April 30, 2023 by Donna

Spring wedding shower linens are available for your upcoming event so why haven’t you placed your order? Whether you are an event planner or DIY party planner, Bergen Linen’s party linen rentals are welcome to your use.

Traditional Spring Bridal Shower

In the past, a common, traditional bridal shower typically only included the bride, bridal party, female family, and friends. If we were to really dig back into history, some would say that a bridal shower evolved from dowry practices. This is when family and friends would present gifts to the bride-to-be to help start the new home.

As the bridal shower evolved, these special events were hosted by the maid of honor or bridesmaids. Spring is a very popular time for both weddings and showers. For many, it’s because of the symbolism regarding new beginnings and a fresh start. With so many spring weddings, it is only natural that showers would also fall around the same time.

Spring Wedding Showers Today

Today’s bridal shower has transitioned from female-only to sometimes co-ed. And there’s no wrong choice. Your wedding bridal shower guests are a personal choice in how you wish to spend your day – and who the couple is. LGBTQ+ weddings and modern couples often welcome the chance to open the wedding shower invitation list to a broader group.

Spring Wedding and Bridal Shower Themes

While not every event needs a theme, it is quite helpful to have an actual color scheme. Often, these go hand-in-hand. Here are a few shower themes:

Coastal
Victorian romantic
Halloween
Winter wonderland
Spring brunch
Outdoor rustic
Black-and-white

Fortunately, Bergen Linen offers wedding and bridal shower tablecloths that will fit in seamless with any floral arrangements or other bridal shower table decoration.

Your wedding shower linen rentals could possibly include tablecloths, napkins, overlays, runners, chair covers, and sashes. When choosing your wedding venue, take into consideration what party linen rentals will be needed to create the dream tablescape you (or your wedding client) envisioned.

Spring Wedding and Bridal Shower Menu Options

First, it will need to be decided if the spring wedding shower will be a formal event, casual, sit-down, or buffet. Also, you will need to decide if the celebration will be in the morning, afternoon, or dinnertime. Most often, wedding showers are brunch of afternoon affairs. Your food menu options should also coincide with your wedding / bridal shower party ideas.

Breakfast

A breakfast wedding shower is perfect for all your favorites including quiche, french toast, and pancakes. Then, you can wow guests with all the toppings and sides such as fresh fruit and homemade whip cream. Consider some perfect breakfast cocktails such as Mimosas and or Bloody Mary.

Lunch

When it comes to spring wedding shower lunches, there are lots of choices. Plus, the menu can also be tailored to properly accompany your wedding shower theme. Some popular food options are: sandwiches, salads, charcuterie platters, appetizers, and sliders.

Of course, brunch would be the perfect combination of a couple’s breakfast and lunch picks to please their loved ones.

Spring Wedding and Bridal Shower Games

When choosing your wedding shower games, consider your guest list. You (or your client) know them best. So what do you think they’d like best?

For a more traditional bridal shower, think of all those games you may have played at other brides’ showers.

Toilet paper wedding gown
Who knows the bride bette Q & A
Famous couples pairing
Gift bingo

Modern and co-wed wedding showers can include some traditional and some more inclusive games such as couple’s trivia, wedding Mad Libs, Pictionary, Two Truths and a Lie, etc.

What to Consider When Ordering Wedding Shower Linens

No party is too big or too small. Party linen rentals are welcome to restaurants, caterers, event designers and DIY party planners. Depending on the couple, the host could mean the maid of honor, man of honor, family and/or friends. When planning, they will be looking into making this day special. Will you be ready for party linen rental requests?

Call Bergen Linen today to discuss your wedding shower linen needs

Earth Day

April 21, 2023 by Donna

Celebrating Earth Day 2023 As you already may know, Saturday is the day that go above and beyond to share eco-friendly tips with one another. Together, we can make a difference in what goes into our landscape.

Earth Day 2023

As the world celebrates Earth Day, it’s important to recognize the significance of sustainability in business practices. For businesses, sustainable practices not only contribute to environmental conservation but also provide long-term benefits, including cost savings, brand differentiation, and improved stakeholder relations.

Building a Sustainable Brand

In today’s world, consumers are increasingly conscious of environmental issues and expect businesses to take sustainability seriously. Building a sustainable brand not only helps businesses differentiate themselves in the marketplace but also creates a loyal customer base that shares their values. Businesses can achieve this by using eco-friendly materials, designing sustainable packaging, and communicating their sustainability efforts through marketing and advertising campaigns.

Improving Stakeholder Relations

Sustainable business practices also play an important role in improving stakeholder relations. Investors, customers, employees, and communities expect businesses to operate in a responsible and ethical manner. By adopting sustainable practices, businesses can build trust with stakeholders, demonstrate their commitment to social and environmental responsibility, and ultimately improve their reputation and bottom line.

Conclusion

As we celebrate Earth Day, it’s important to recognize the role of businesses in environmental conservation. By adopting sustainable practices, businesses can contribute to a more sustainable future while also benefiting from long-term cost savings, improved brand differentiation, and stronger stakeholder relations. Sustainable business practices are not only good for the environment but also good for business.

At Bergen Linen, we strive to provide our clients with the very best in Food and Beverage linen services. (Hospitality linens too!) When providing these services, our team understands the importance of keeping the community in mind. This means taking extra precaution on what we put out into the environment. Green practices are an important part of our everyday operations.

Consider an informal business ‘green’ audit. There are several ways that we can cut down on waste and save on energy. Here are a few helpful tips:

Research eco-friendly take-out packaging
Inspect and maintain appliances
Share tips on minimalist lifestyle choices
Choose cleaning agents that are not harmful to our planet
Encourage team to carpool or use public transportation

For a little inspiration, check out these companies going above and beyond. Earth Day 2022 is the perfect time to start with some new eco-friendly ways.

Don’t forget to share your ideas on how we can all do our part as well!