EVENT STYLING
MEET YOUR EVENT STYLIST
Federica Bartolomei is the creative force behind Your Secret Tuscany, offering bespoke event styling services to clients worldwide. Rooted in refined Italian aesthetics and inspired by Tuscany’s sense of balance, light, and understated elegance, her approach blends thoughtful design with emotion-driven storytelling. With a background in high-end event planning, Federica curates cohesive visual concepts that translate each client’s vision into a timeless and immersive atmosphere, regardless of location. From remote design consultation to detailed styling direction, her work goes beyond decoration, shaping environments where beauty feels effortless and every detail serves a purpose.
WHAT CAN I DO FOR YOU?
As your Event stylist, I will create the look and feel of your event transforming a space into an immersive, visually captivating environment tailored to your specific occasion.
I will use color, texture, lighting, and spatial arrangement to evoke emotions, tell a story, and reflect the personality or purpose of the event.
I will work closely with you to understand your vision and goals, and then transform those ideas into tangible elements to create an ambiance that enhances the guest experience, leaving a lasting impression.
I will collaborate with vendors, source decor items, and oversee on-site installations to ensure every detail aligns with the overall theme.
On-site coordination
ITALY AND REST OF THE WORLD
The creation of a event design can be carried out online, and therefore it can be part of the wedding planning services we offer or can be purchased separately, which means that you can have your beautifully designed event in any part of the world. Those are the steps of the event styling:
Calls between the client and the event stylist (or event designer) to understand the idea, the type of event, the venue, the story behind it;
Generation of moodboards and color palette;
Research of items and services to make the design possible (furniture, flowers, etc.);
Creation of the final rendering (digital illustration);
Finalization of the project
Elevate Your Event
Federica works closely with each client to understand their vision and translates it into an immersive, visually captivating event environment tailored to each celebration. Through a thoughtful use of colour, texture, lighting, furniture, floral design, and spatial composition, she creates refined atmospheres that evoke emotion, enhance the guest experience, and tell a cohesive visual story. Every styling concept is designique character of the event, resulting in a balanced and timeless aesthetic.
Why is event styling so important?
Event styling transforms a venue into a space that is not only beautiful but also impactful and reflective of the event’s purpose. With thoughtful design, every corner of the venue can convey emotion, tell a story, and heighten the experience. Styled events are more than beautiful; they’re immersive, drawing guests into a world that’s been carefully created for the occasion.
In the hands of skilled event stylists, every celebration becomes a unique, visually compelling experience that lives on in the memories of guests and the photographs that capture the magic of the day. Event styling, in essence, is the art of bringing dreams to life through design.
PLANNING VERSUS STYLING
PLANNING
Event planning focuses on the logistics and coordination of an event. An event planner manages timelines, budgets, contracts, suppliers, schedules, and on-the-day coordination, ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. Planning is about structure, organization, and execution.
STYLING
Event styling is dedicated to the visual and sensory experience of the celebration. An event stylist designs the overall aesthetic of the event, shaping the atmosphere through colour palettes, materials, floral design, furniture, lighting, table settings, and spatial layout. Styling transforms a venue into a cohesive, immersive environment that reflects the client’s vision and tells a story.
WHO NEEDS THE STYLING SERVICE?
Couples Getting Married
Brides and grooms looking for a personalized, beautifully designed wedding that reflects their personalities and theme ideas can benefit greatly from event styling. Stylists help bring visions to life, ensuring each detail, from florals to tablescapes, fits seamlessly.
Corporate Clients and Companies
Businesses hosting product launches, conferences, holiday parties, or brand events often need professional styling to maintain a polished, on-brand look. Stylists can incorporate branding elements and create an ambience that aligns with corporate goals.
Hosts of Private Celebrations
Individuals hosting birthdays, anniversaries, and milestone celebrations find value in stylists who can transform venues with decor, lighting, and details that create a unique experience for guests.
Photoshoot background styling
When planning a photoshoot (personal or business), an event stylist will help find the right venue or place for the shooting and make sure it is perfectly decorated to produce a beautiful final result.
Wedding venues
When couples reach out directly to the venue, the support of an event stylist is sometimes needed to make sure the couple will be satisfied with their choices.
Concierge services
VIP clients often need specific decorations when hosting a dinner or a party. From tablescaping to party design and creation, an event stylist will make your clients happy and satisfied.
TRANSFORM YOUR EVENT FROM ORDINARY TO UNFORGETTABLE
Key Elements of Event Styling
Colour Scheme and Theme
A well-chosen colour palette sets the foundation for an event’s aesthetic. Stylists use colour to reflect the event’s tone, whether it’s a sophisticated monochromatic look, bold jewel tones, or a light, airy palette.
Themes, like vintage, tropical, minimalist, etc., give direction to the decor choices, creating a cohesive look that ties together all elements of the event. Themes are especially helpful for bringing personality to every occasion.
Lighting
Lighting is crucial in setting the mood and highlighting key elements. From candle-lit tables and fairy lights to dynamic uplighting, event stylists use light to shape how guests experience a space.
Different lighting techniques can add drama, warmth, or energy, depending on the desired atmosphere. For instance, soft, warm lighting creates an intimate feel, while colored LED lights can add vibrancy and excitement to a corporate event or gala.
Floral Arrangements
Floral design is a major component of event styling, adding colour, texture, and often fragrance to the space. Stylists may choose flowers and greenery to reflect the season, theme, or personal style of the client.
Florals can be used in centrepieces, hanging installations, entryway arches, or even as part of table settings, making them versatile and impactful styling tools.
Furniture and Decor
Furniture choice is essential for both function and aesthetic appeal. Stylists often incorporate statement furniture pieces, like vintage lounge chairs, chic sofas, or ornate tables, to define different areas and add visual interest.
Other decor elements, like drapes, table linens, and custom backdrops, complete the look. They also help section off spaces, allowing a large area to feel intimate and inviting.
Table Settings and Place Settings
The table setting design plays a huge role in event styling, especially for weddings and dinners. Stylists work with glassware, cutlery, charger plates, and custom name cards to create inviting, cohesive tablescapes.
Layering different textures and heights—like mixing metallic cutlery with rustic wooden plates—adds dimension and sophistication to a table.
Signage and Stationery
Custom signage and stationery, such as invitations, menus, and seating charts, are essential in tying together the event’s look. These details allow stylists to incorporate the theme or colour palette in subtle, personalized ways.
Creative signage also guides guests through the event, adding functionality to the design while enhancing the visual experience.
Sensory Elements
Beyond visual appeal, stylists often consider other sensory elements like scent and sound. For instance, event designers may introduce floral scents or use subtle ambient music to create a fully immersive experience.
Questions About Event Styling?
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Event planning focuses on logistics and coordination, while event styling is primarily concerned with the visual and sensory experience.
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If you already have in place the main services needed for your wedding but you need some help to make it beautiful and with character, it’s when you can call in an event stylist. If you want to be absolutely sure about making the right choices (colors or floral design, lights, and graphics, etc.) an event stylist will help with everything.
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Absolutely! Business or pleasure, if you want to create something special and perfect in every detail, asking the consultation of an event stylist for tablescaping is the right thing to do.
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Usually the stylistic choice starts with the venue scouting for the event. However, if you already have your venue booked, the event stylist will go and check the spaces, offer ideas, and create a project. When approved, the right providers to realize the project will be hired. On the day of the event, the event stylist will be present to ensure everything will look as expected.
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The online service offers the possibility to have access to the consultation of a professional event stylist. You will be provided with a personalized color scheme, and mood boards, to help you create a beautiful event whatever the event might be (wedding, special dinner, birthday party, etc.). You will need to source the service providers, furniture, and flowers needed by yourself.
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The cost depends on your needs and how you want to use this service. Each request will be evaluated and you will be provided with a personalised offer after the complexity of your ideas have been defined.
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No, the bridal styling focus on the bride while the event styling focus on the environment. However, we offer also a bridal styling service online.