Trends For Treats The Allure Once upon a time, cupcakes ruled the trendy food market. Then came the Cronut and a Men by Jean Yves Tuxedo wealth of donut-related spinoffs. Food experts are pointing to custom ice cream sandwiches provides luxury as the hottest cool treat trend. and comfort with an open Eskimo Jacks Artisan Cookies + Ice Cream, established in 2011, takes two of your favorite cut jacket, slim fit and modern foods and turns them into something magical. Whether it's an oatmeal cookie with salted lapel. caramel (the Cozy Jack) or double chocolate cookie and mint chip ice cream, Eskimo Jacks is all about combining the simplest of foods to create a memorable experience, says owner Josh Charlip. ,.._kilf:14 A A 44 cookies and ice cream from scratch in their Birmingham location. "We are always working on new flavors and combinations. All of our cookies are "We bring our carts or truck with our trained professional ice cream sandwich makers to make sandwiches at your event — from weddings to graduation parties to bar made with real butter and each egg is hand cracked," he says. "Our ice cream is made with cream from a local dairy." For more information, visit www. eskimojacks.com or call (248) 352-5695. and bat mitzvahs," he says. Charlip says that they make their own New Colors & Personalized Themes Paula C. Phaneuf, owner of Uncle Buck's Party Rental in West Bloomfield, makes it a point to stay up to date on the latest trends. This year, she says, the color of the year Navy for 2015 is "marsala, a rich, burgundy color reminiscent of a fine red wine. It can be paired with your favorite Is II Samantha Shihadeh, marketing manager for Sam Michael's Menswear in Farmington Hills, says the most popular look for spring and summer weddings this year is navy. "It's definitely dark enough to be dressy; has just enough color to make the right accessories pop and, when hit with the right lighting, a good navy suit can be pretty spectacular," she says. "Dark navy, more than most colors, complements just about any skin or hair tone." Also popular, she says, is the extreme slim fit, a European look that looks great with bowties. Satin on a narrow lapel is also hot as is the one-button peak lapel as opposed to the traditional. For more information, call (248) 4774615 or visit http:// sammichaels.com. color to transform your wedding into a gorgeous, sophisticated elegant event or rustic occasion." When it comes to decor, Phaneuf says there continues to be a growing theme for the bride and groom to communicate their personalities through signature centerpieces, natural wood accents, luxury linens and decorative lighting. "For the rustic wedding, mason jars, burlap and lace are all still trendy, but couples are trying to find a way to make it unique," she says. "Instead of wildflowers and wooden signs, couples are trading them in for pink colored containers and big fluffy peonies. The burlap is being replaced by sparkly linens. The result is a wedding Marsala is the color for 2015, that feels very personal and unique." says Paula Phaneuf. As for cakes, metallic icing and dustings of glitter are again strong this year. "New for 2015, however, and at the opposite end of the spectrum, is the 'naked cake.' Without the layer of outside icing, it is considered to be the epitome of simplicity," she says. For more information, call Phaneuf at (248) 666 5432 or visit unclebucksparty.com . - Go Fluorescent! It's a 2015 new trend that will knock your socks off! "It's all about pop of color: neon lime, safety orange, fluorescent fuchsia and a plethora of purple," say Terri Trepeck and Susan Siegal of Event Bliss in downtown Franklin. "You can't go wrong with glitter or glow. Light up everything — the more the better! Tables, dance floors, balloons and even place cards should twinkle." Siegal adds, "A great goodie bag sends your guests home with something that they can actually love to wear or use, such as an athletic bag, filter water bottle or, for an extra flash, a Flashdance sweatshirt or tee. C 1 8 celebrate! I March 2015 A tasty treat to enjoy at home is always a crowd pleaser." The party can be fabulous without going over your budget, they add. "It's the attention to detail that can make it look and feel like you got the most bang for your buck. In the past, clients have come to think hiring a party planner is a huge expense that they just can't afford," Siegal says. "In fact, choosing the right person to help you plan your event can save you money, time and aggravation." Event Bliss, as well as Susan Siegal and Company Event Planning, is located at 32802 Franklin Road, (248) 862-6741.