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“Our firm has used 88 Events to organise corporate events on a number of occasions. Their track record provides us with complete peace of mind that the event will be organised to a very high standard & will run smoothly on the night. Their creative ideas always make each event a unique occasion”

Marketing Manager, Deloitte
“A massive thank you to the team at 88 Events. You created the WOW! factor at our Annual Speakers Dinner - I was actually speechless when I saw how the venue had been transformed. Looking forward to working with you again soon”

Sarah Lapsley, BSHC Business Manager and Conference Organiser, BSH Conferences Ltd
“ We have had a super event, the room looked fab. 88 Events made my job easy, they thought of everything. The evening exceeded our customers expectations which is no mean feat as they have very high expectations.”

Helen Barbour, Events Manager, Diageo Global Supply Scotland
“Thank you for all your help with the event at Stirling. The evening was a great success and we raised over £120K which was fantastic! You really helped create the event atmosphere and your advice was really appreciated. Thank you very much again and I look forward to working with you again next year!”

Head of Fundraising, Scottish Spina Bifida Association
“Thank you for kindly donating your time & wonderful decoration skills to the Ladies Lunch. The event raised an amazing £14,310 which is in no small part due to the venue being decorated to such a high standard. Thank you for helping to make this 2nd annual event a very special day!”

Fundraising Officer, Scottish Spina Bifida Association
"The Castle looked amazing and the dressing for the evening made it the success it was. It will be the talk of the community for years to come. Your staff were so professional, please pass on my thanks."

Gordon Crawford, Head of Sport, Active Stirling
"88 Events are very well organized and even with late notice nothing was a problem and the venue looked amazing. Great communication and everything dealt with in a really great manner. I would highly recommend them and will be using their services again in the future."

Marketing Executive, Hymans Robertson LLP
"I knew I was in love with your company when I saw every single glass getting spot checked before the tables were complete. This level of detail is hard to find anywhere and is another show of your ability to provide only the highest standard of service. Thank you for making my life easier and less stressful!"

Event Manager, CEO
“I did not want 100% knowledge of everything that was going to happen at the event; I wanted to enjoy & be surprised too! This was achieved. For what is a ‘cool’ office environment, your team managed to thaw the attendees instantly. I shall not hesitate to use you again. Thinking about Christmas already!”

Administration Team Leader, Diageo Global Supply
“A very sincere thank you to for your support & enthusiasm in making the Gordon Ramsay Gala Dinner such an outstanding success. The many months of negotiation and planning behind the scenes was clearly worth it, once again very many thanks!”

Andrew H D Wynd, Chief Executive, Scottish Spina Bifida Association
“At the Burrell Collection‘s 21st birthday I was particularly impressed with 88 Events‘ ability to respond to the brief at short notice & their ability to stay calm under pressure - they had less than 1 hour to transform the venue. Their attention to detail was excellent."

Marketing Director, Glasgow City Marketing Bureau
“Thank you for a wonderful meeting at the Design Studio. It really lifted our clients‘ mood! They arranges events 2-3 times a year in different countries around the world but commented that choosing décor has never been so easy! Thank you for making my life easy!”

Elaine Craig, Project Director, Hello Scotland
“I don‘t think you need me to tell you how much we enjoyed ourselves on Saturday night. It was a real credit to your company that everything went so well - great organisation and the result of a lot of work from everyone at 88 Events on the night. The props were superb and I appreciate all the nice touches and individual items that went in to create the right atmosphere. A big thanks from all us here at West Coast for helping us to make it very special evening for our staff and customers - it‘ll be hard to repeat.”

Don Rutherford, West Coast Harley-Davidson
A HUGE & sincere thank you to 88 Events for your professionalism & the high standard of service that you provided! Thank you for your help & patience on site & in the months previous - It paid off in the execution of a ‘flawless’ & incredibly successful event & this is down to your co-operation.”

Claire Grady, Incentive Executive, Travel Scot World
“No one was as professional and creative as 88 Events both in the pre planning stages and on-site. We knew in advance every event function they worked on was going to be spectacular!”

Jenny Stahl, Corporate Events, AOL LLC
"We have had the pleasure of working with 88 Events for the last three years in respect of an annual event we hold. They have a very professional and hands on approach with great attention to detail and high standards. We are always confident they will deliver to a high standard and never let us down."

Chief Executive, Retail Markets, Ulster Bank Group

Dangerous Liaisons at the National Gallery

A prestigious event for a financial institution‘s top gobal investors in Edinburgh’s stunning National Gallery...

Brief

Our client wanted to create a prestigious themed event for 30 important investors from around the world in Edinburgh’s stunning National Gallery.

The evening

The lavish theme for the evening was Dangerous Liaisons, which was perfect for the opulent setting of the beautiful interior.

Our challenge was to reflect the setting of the popular movie, which is set in 18th Century France, and add a quirky touch with a contemporary edge to it.

A dramatic line of flaming flambeaux created an atmospheric walkway as guests entered the entrance foyer of the gallery which was dressed with two magnificent tables featuring large ornate gilt framed mirrors. On each of these tables, there were beautiful flowers in cut crystal glasses. Soft draping completed the set and provided a backdrop for feature lighting the floral displays.

Banqueting managers in full period costume greeted the guests and led them through to the gallery for drinks and canapés.

Drinks reception

Guests were welcomed with champagne served from crystal glasses on silver trays, whilst a trio of classic musicians in elaborate costumes, played period music.

An outstanding ten-foot high floral display was centred in the reception area, which was fabulous for photographs and a real talking point.

Occasional tables placed around the room were covered with gold chenille cloths and hurricane lamps filled with bright flowers. Impressive hand drawn calligraphy table plans were displayed on two ornate gilt easels.

The piece de resistance of the drinks reception were The Count and Countess, two living statues on plinths who came to life to lead the guests through for dinner.

Dining

For the dining table, 88 Events manufactured a bespoke gold damask tablecloth which was complimented by gold chair covers and broad damask seat ties.

At each place setting, guests found a bespoke, hand painted vibrant floral china charger plate, with a quirky bright fuchsia pink linen napkin finished with a silver napkin ring. Personalised calligraphy menus were on handmade paper. Cut crystal glassware was in keeping with the styling of the era and added sparkle to the table.

Terrariums overflowing with beautifully coloured flowers and greenery, small hand tied bunches in cut crystal glasses, and period style cake stands dripping with lavish fruit and chocolates filled the length of the forty-two foot long dining table.

Entertainment

All of the waiting staff were attired in smart black tails and coloured waistcoats in keeping with the era. During dinner, an authentic harpsichord turned the classical trio into a quartet who performed classical pieces whilst occasional delighting the guests with versions of modern songs by the likes of Oasis and Queen!

The grand finale to the amazing evening saw guests being collected by a huge fleet of classic vintage cars. Guests were likened to “children in a sweet shop” as they chose their favourites to chauffeur them back to their hotels.

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