One of Gorjestani's favorite moves involves bringing indoor furnishings outside to set up cozy alfresco seating areas. "These spaces encourage a relaxed atmosphere by enticing guests to make themselves feel at home," she says. No matter how formal the party, Gorjestani aims to "make sure the event never feels stiff or boring." So at virtually all of the weddings she plans, Gorjestani either rents sofas and ottomans or, when possible, incorporates furniture from another part of the hotel or resort to avoid an added expense on the newlyweds' bill.