Use Anything but Paper
Jody Brefere, an event planner based in Greenwich, 203-661-2692, jodybrefereevents.com, frequently hires calligraphers to pen guests' names on items like fall leaves, apples and ivory garden stones—even tiny bottles of maple syrup. "When it comes to place cards, I always try to be creative," says Brefere. "You can look to the theme or season of your wedding inspiration."











