An Amalfi Style Graduation Celebration

What starts in Photoshop transforms into magic! For this vibrant Beach Haven graduation party, we began with a digital concept that laid the foundation for a truly immersive design. From the custom “La Dolce Vita” backdrop to faux lemon trees, bougainvillea, and lush floral centerpieces — every detail was designed to transport guests straight to the Amalfi Coast. Makrancy’s uses the latest design tools and technology to help our clients visualize their event details before the big day — making sure every element, from the backdrop to the florals, feels cohesive and intentional.

Photography: Anna Coen Studio- Calla

A Night in Paris: Transforming Grounds for Sculpture into the City of Lights

Transforming spaces into immersive experiences is a hallmark of Janet Makrancy’s Weddings and Parties, and Sasha’s Night in Paris was no exception. Using our curated décor and props, we completely reimagined Grounds for Sculpture’s West Gallery, transporting guests to an elegant evening in the City of Lights. To enhance the authentic Parisian atmosphere, we coordinated a three-piece jazz band and outfitted event staff in Parisian-inspired uniforms. Collaborating with local artist Bayron Ink, we also brought the cityscape to life by projecting a stunning panoramic skyline throughout the room. This event highlights our ability to seamlessly blend design, entertainment, and artistry to create unforgettable celebrations.

Photography: Michelle Lawlor, Lucky 17 Photography

Venue: Grounds for Sculpture

Jazz Trio: Abe Pollack Music

Eden Dreams Golden Gala: Celebrating 50 Years of Impact with Elegance and Innovation

Makrancy’s was honored to collaborate with Eden Autism on their Eden Dreams Golden Gala, marking an inspiring 50 years of transforming lives and building futures. For this milestone event, we crafted a bespoke design that reflected the significance of the celebration, starting with a custom event look book tailored specifically to our client’s vision. The gala featured a stunning starry entrance, a dazzling mainstage framed with disco balls and golden accents, and elegant standing floral centerpieces combining hydrangeas, roses, and snapdragons. Adding to the festive atmosphere was a dramatic black and gold balloon drop, creating unforgettable moments for all attendees.

Beyond design, Makrancy’s expertise extended into technical event support, ensuring every detail of the reception ran smoothly. This event perfectly illustrates how we blend creativity, meticulous planning, and technical skill to bring our clients’ visions to life and exceed expectations.

Photography: Shotwell Productions

Venue: Grounds for Sculpture

Catering: Constellation Culinary


Welcoming Princeton’s Class of 2028 with Style and Spirit

As part of Princeton University’s Fall 2024 opening events, we had the pleasure of transforming Campus Club into a vibrant boardwalk-inspired experience for New Student Boardwalk Night. This unforgettable evening featured a custom-designed photo wall reminiscent of the New Jersey shore, complete with colorful boardwalk-style details. Bistro lighting in classic Princeton orange cast a warm glow across the venue, setting the tone for a festive and welcoming night. The space buzzed with energy as new students mingled, took photos, and enjoyed their first taste of campus life—with every design element working together to create a fun and immersive celebration.


Earlier that same week, we helped plan and execute the annual Ice Cream Social for incoming Princeton students. Set outdoors and designed to feel relaxed yet exciting, this event featured LED high-top tables and ambient lighting to create an inviting nighttime atmosphere. From logistics to layout, we collaborated closely with the University to ensure every detail supported the welcoming spirit of the event.

Both the Ice Cream Social and Boardwalk Night are perfect examples of how Makrancy’s brings creativity and professionalism to a wide range of experiences—not just weddings, but milestone events of every kind.

Photography: Sameer Khan/Fotobuddy

A Western Birthday at Dream Midtown

We had so much fun bringing a rustic, western-inspired vision to life for this birthday celebration at PHD Terrace at Dream Midtown. From a statement wall of cowboy hats to the charming barn-style entrance every detail was thoughtfully curated to create a playful yet elevated experience. This event was the perfect blend of whimsy and warmth, proving that even a touch of country can be completely chic—especially high above the city.

Photography: Stories by Victoria

Venue: PHD Terrace at Dream Midtown

Floral arrangements: Elan Flowers

A Springtime Garden Party at Hamilton Jewelers

For the past two years, we’ve had the pleasure of designing the florals and décor for Hamilton Jewelers’ annual Spring Garden Party in Princeton. This elegant event brings seasonal celebration to life with stunning jewelry, community support, and custom floral design. From specialty signage and bespoke bouquet bars to a larger-than-life floral “H” and a one-of-a-kind selfie mirror, our team has created memorable, photo-worthy moments that complement the spirit of the event. Set against the charming backdrop of Nassau Street, each year’s design captures the energy of spring in full bloom—offering guests a vibrant, elevated experience while supporting local organizations like Princeton Nursery School and SAVE Animal Shelter.

A Hauntingly Fun Night at Princeton

In collaboration with Princeton University, our team brought a playful dose of Halloween spirit to campus with a fully immersive setup for their annual “Princetoween” celebration. The event featured a chilling and imaginative display, complete with a bubbling cauldron, custom haunted headstones, and even tarot card readings—all designed to transport guests into a festive, spooky atmosphere. Every detail was thoughtfully styled to strike the perfect balance between eerie and fun, creating a memorable experience for students and guests alike.

Photography: Sameer Khan / Fotobuddy

Princeton University Class of 2024 Senior Step Sing at Jadwin Gym

The Princeton University Class of 2024's Senior Step Sing inside Jadwin Gym photo

The Senior Step Sing is a cherished Princeton University tradition that takes place annually during Commencement weekend. For more than a century, the Step Sing has invited the graduating class, their families, and the community on the eve of Commencement to participate in an informal and lively sing-along on the steps of Blair Arch at Princeton University. Seniors choose their favorite songs from their time at Princeton, ranging from recent hits to traditional Princeton songs, and lead their classmates, underclassmen, and the entire community in the sing along. The event also allows the graduating class to thank members of the Princeton University community who have supported them during throughout their academic careers at Princeton.

For the Class of 2024’s Step Sing, the rainy weather prevented the event from being held outdoors on the steps of the Blair Arch, and so our team helped the University team to move the event indoors to Jadwin Gym. We helped to recreate the traditional event’s atmosphere and welcomed the community indoors by using tiger stripe lighting, tiger faces, and the year 2024 by using a series of detailed gobo lights on the gymnasium ceiling, above the risers that hosted the graduating class as they sang. Other services we helped support included bistro tables, additional event lighting, as well as an indoor PA sound system.

Special thanks to the Princeton University team for welcoming us to support this fantastic annual event, and congratulations to the Class of 2024!