Here we’re always trying to be creative as possible and usually try to move away from the traditional ‘expected’ styling and opt for something a bit different.

Trends relating to recent pop-culture are always popular, especially those tied to specific era. You can really bring a party to life with vintage props and accessories, staff styling and perhaps even having a walk-in wardrobe to allow guests to get involved. To give a couple of examples we’re loving at the moment, ‘A Grimm Christmas’ could feature animal furniture, velvet chaises, burlesque performers, candied red apples, flaming cocktails and black truffles, whilst ‘Gatsby Glamour’ could have chandeliers, vintage trunks, a station clock projection, caramel sugar sticks, a giant gramophone, waitresses in flapper headdresses and cocktails served in teacups!

Or if you prefer a twist on tradition how about a ‘Neon Snowglobe’ theme which could feature clean white furniture glittered hanging stars, neon lighting, fluorescent cherubs, bright pink jellies and meringue pops or an ‘Alpine Warmer’ including stags heads, chalet styled staff, roasted chestnuts, fur rugs, vintage skis and hot chocolate cocktails.

Of course costs vary greatly on events, but depending on the budget, decoration can involve just a few well-placed props to a full-scale production. It’s always the little touches that make a difference such as a clear glass jars filled with festive sweets to match the event styling, stunning lighting to highlight quirky props, or a subtle nod to the theme.

So why do a pop-up? Well looking at some of the ones we’ve been involved in this Summer, the advantages to a brand or business can be seen.

Pop-ups are any temporary event or store that only open their doors for a fixed period of time, which can create a great deal of buzz around the occasion. This also creates an air of exclusivity for guests attending, as the people right there at that moment, may be the only ones to ever to have that specific experience, before it’s gone as quickly as it popped up. During the Olympics we had a request from Eurostar to create a pop-up dining space to entertain their VIP guests between their trips to the stadium. Instead of booking a room at one of London’s numerous restaurants, the company wanted to really wow their guests and give them a special experience. You can imagine their surprise of being taken to dinner, only to pull up to a secret warehouse location in the heart of Hackney Wick, with only a staircase of storm lanterns leading the way.

We’re super excited to be working alongside F.R.O.D.O on the styling for the upcoming Lipsticks and Moustaches charity event.

On the 5th of October The House of St. Barnabus will be transformed to celebrate everything vintage with live 40’s style music, powder room, prohibition cocktail bar and much more.

This really will be one glamorous evening with a surprise behind every door and we can’t wait to get our creative juices flowing!

"It’s quite amazing what you can do in a car park these days. Park cars (of course), build swanky flats on them… or, decorate and regenerate by throwing a two week long party. The clever clogs behind The Book Club – The Mothership Group (who also look after The Queen of Hoxton) – have collaborated with Wonderland Events to create Basecamp.

The outdoor bar, kitchen, and playground for adults on the rather hip Leonard Street promises (I’ve been, and it’s definitely delivered) fresh food, games, the Olympics live, pints of cocktails and The Book Club favourite – Ping Pong tournaments. Inventively decorated, it has a beachy/festival vibe with inflatable pools, balloons, sheds and deckchairs. It most definitely befits the playground feel, with colour and silliness to boot. Partly covered under a canopy, it’s ideal for our particularly erratic summer and there is a wonderfully fun make-shift vibe to Basecamp. The contrast between the old spray-canned streets meeting bright young trendy things for the 100 metre race and BMXing is very London.

Open now until only 10th August, there are some excellent events planned; including Beer Pong Slam Jam and Robo Pong, hosted by The Social Athletics Clubs. Street Kitchen are offering freshly prepared food on site, I had the crispy chicken on a teeny bed of crushed potato with bacon and lettuce which was stupidly delicious, and exactly what you needed to soak up your Pint Mojito!

With GB’s medals rolling in there couldn’t be a more exciting time to be in London, so head on down to TBC’s Basecamp for fun-times and ice-cream."

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Last year Wonderland built a shabby chic library for The Telegraph in a field at the festival that we received fantastic feedback for and we were delighted to be asked to be involved again in the Telegraph’s tent at the festival this year.

This year’s tent is finally ready and we have created a world where stories come to life, with an illustrated cutout cardboard mural depicting classic books, printed wallpaper created from newspapers, reception table made from rolled-up newspapers, origami newspaper-ducks in bell jars, an interactive printing roll for festival-goers to draw on and play sudoku and Telegraph crosswords, alongside an touch screen interactive video wall.

Our brief from The Telegraph was to continue the warm, inviting and creative atmosphere we produced for them at last year's festival, where we created a vintage library installation with a desk of books, booklined wallpaper, comfy chairs and chesterfields, and added papier mâché animal heads on the walls for a touch of humour.

We will be spotting the stars with confirmed guests like Actor, singer and campaigner Harry Belafont and Chris Evans who will be doing the BBC’s radio 2 Breakfast show live from the Hay Festival on Friday 1st June. Events will include music, stories and new, fresh ideas and we can’t wait!

Macaroon towers, Mississippi mud cupcakes, lemon meringue cupcakes, jars full of candy, bon bons, candy canes and Hershey kisses filled cut glass jars and balanced on antique weighing scales.

Elsewhere onboard guests flipped a few cards at the casino, snapped some pics in the retro photo booth, ate a New Orleans inspired menu of gumbo and chicken with creamed corn, drank mint julep cocktails, all to a background of pretty white flowers in mint julep vases, US flags and a swinging Dixie jazz band.

Catering is a good place to start, as British food has never been so popular or of such high quality. Locally sourced, delicious British food takes pride of place, and there are so many quirky takes on British classics for a fun event. Mini full English breakfasts in little frying pans, delicate quails eggs, Bramley apple cake pops, tiny portions of fish n chips in branded newspaper cones, afternoon tea picnics served in hampers with gingham inlays.

Event styling is where we can really let loose on the Best of British trend - eccentric papier mache animal heads on the walls (why stick with a stag? Try a badger, pig or sheep!), union jack chesterfield armchairs, hanging ribbons in red, white and blue, a neon bulldog guarding the entrance....or go down the refined English route, with stately home styling, hat stands, ornate mirrors and beautiful installations.

Best of British entertainment abounds, from a classic Beatles band to cutting edge DJs, parlour maids and butlers or Queen Elizabeth herself (well, a very good likeness!). Or one of our homegrown British talents - of which the list is endless.

Here's hoping the Best of British event trend continues past 2012, our year of celebrations, as there are so many fun and impressive ways to make the trend come alive. Long live the trend! 

Firstly we have the Pie Pop. A new take on the cake pop, these miniature sweet pies on sticks really do look beautiful. Think traditional fillings packed with flavour like apple and raspberry or chocolate pecan.

The cupcake is still making waves in the industry but this year, miniature gourmet donuts are set to be a substantial contender. Think original flavours such as chai latte, star anise and chocolate or a light lavender donut filled with lemon curd. Yum.

Finally, we have the cake push pop. We were lucky enough to have a sample of these delivered to our office recently and they really are different and sure to touch your inner child. Originating from the US, these are like a marriage between a cupcake and old school push pop and can make for a very unique looking dessert, themed to any occasion. 

Here at Wonderland we’re busy planning an array of summer events from garden parties to festivals and there’s nothing better to satisfy your guest’s thirst than a drink that is not only refreshing but also beautiful to look at.

There are many savoury ingredients that can be added to make your event cocktails shine and looking to the herb garden is definitely a popular choice for this summer. Why not add one of these fresh herb Cocktails to your menu? :

Strawberry and Basil Lemonade: Strawberry Infused Vodka, Sliced and pureed Strawberries, Basil Leaves, topped with Lemonade. Garnished with Basil Leaves and Whole Strawberries.

Thyme and Raspberry Gin Smash: Gin, Thyme Sprigs, Fresh Crushed Raspberries, Sugar Syrup, Lime Juice. Garnished with a Rosemary Sprig and Whole Raspberries.

Ginger and Rosemary Lemon Drops: Vodka, Lemon Juice, Rosemary Sprigs, Ginger and Sugar. Garnished with a Rosemary Sprig.

“Grown up Mojito“: Gin, Elderflower Liquer, Peeled Cucumber, Spearmint Leaves, Lime Juice. Garnish with wafer thin Cucumber Slices.

Or how about putting a twist on a savoury classic? Blue Bloody Mary: Bourbon, Celery Salt, Tabasco, Worcester Sauce, Wasabi Paste and Tomato Juice. Garnished with a Lime Wedge, Celery Stick and Olives Stuffed with a Smidgen of Blue Cheese.

Sugar Snap Pea and Jasmine Cocktail: Sugar Snap Pea Infused Japanese Shohu, Cooled Jasmine Tea, Simple Syrup. Garnished with a Sugar Snap Pea and a Bamboo Skewer.

Or if you’re feeling really adventurous and want to add a serious talking point to your event menu, add a modern mixology shocker, using ingredients usually confined to the dinner plate. Smokey Bacon Manhattan: Bacon Infused Bourbon, Maple Syrup, Cherry Syrup and Sweet and Dry Vermouth. Garnished with an Extremely Crispy Bacon Swirl. Be sure to eat the garnish first!