Celebrate Life Outside the Box

Skybox Takes Flight

featured on the Skynotes Blog by Ngoc Nguyen Lay

Do you know what’s great about riding in a hot air balloon? Every moment is magical. It doesn’t matter if you go somewhere high or low, imaginable or unimaginable, because viewing the world from the open sky makes anything feel possible.

Skybox has gone through a lot of changes from the inception of the idea. It had started back when I was in grad school. I had no idea where I wanted to take my business, but I knew I wanted to start something that I could call my own. My original logo and concept was based upon the intention to run a catering business. Skybox has evolved so much further than that.

I worked with Nikki from Akula Kreative to rebrand the company

[see logo above] in the Spring of 2012. The new logo was inspired by my hot air balloon photo shoot, and represents that Skybox is going to keep going up and the sky is the limit.

Ngoc and Albert Fly in a Hot Air Balloon to Celebrate Anniversary
photo: Caroline Tran

With Skybox Events, we do our best to make every moment magical, both for ourselves and for the client. I’ve seen plenty of “impossible” happen through Skybox; starting a company, growing into needing an office, writing a book, and so much more. This is why I chose the hot air balloon. Because I want to help others see all their impossible ideas become magical realities.

Skybox is taking the next step in their adventure and a rebrand is in the works again in 2016. A new website will be launched soon! Stay tuned to our social media pages to see the reveal.

The Team

Colorful Attire Make this Team Shot for Skybox Event Productions
photo: Desi Baytan

Located in Southern California, Skybox Event Productions serves all of the region and beyond. With Skybox at your event, you get expertise in planning, food, publicity, and much more! The Skybox Team is full of individuals who bring the very best of each aspect of an event and highlight those details through their individual skills. Whether an anniversary, a wedding, a dinner party, or a business gathering, Skybox Event Productions will always ensure your event will be beyond compare, creating unforgettable memories for all those in attendance.

Ngoc Nguyen Lay – Creative Director and Principal Consultant

Ngoc Wears a Navy Lace Dress for the Photo Shoot

photo: Caroline Tran

Ngoc is one of the most sought after coordinators in the Los Angeles and Orange County areas, and the perfect “behind-the-scenes” hostess at your next event. She is always looking for innovative ways to make events memorable. Ngoc attended the University of California, Irvine and University of Southern California and has been working in the industry ever since. With a growing team and clientele, Ngoc thrives on organization and creativity for every event.

“Ngoc is an amazing person and planner and a joy to work with. SoCal is lucky to have her.”
– Heather, Graphic Designer at Pink Shutter

Real Weddings – Skybox + Pink Shutter

We’ve had the pleasure of working with Skybox on two weddings in the Los Angeles / Orange County area. Ngoc was part of the bridal party for the first feature, Jannie and Tom. The couple created a sophisticated, cohesive look to their big day using their monogram, a navy, gray and hot pink color palette and a chandelier motif (with a real chandelier hung for the outdoor ceremony!). See more photos on the Skynotes blog.

photos: Conrad Lim Photography

Bridesmaids and Groomsmen Pose with the Bride and Groom

James & Thao hosted a bold, timeless wedding in red, black and white. Attention was paid to every detail with their monogram appearing on the menus, the floor lights, the photo prints and their photo booth backdrop. A Pink Shutter video booth captured heart felt messages from the couple’s guests. So sweet!
Read up for more details and a photo gallery.

photos: Conrad Lim Photography

Q & A

Get to know Ngoc a little better with some lighthearted trivia.

photo: Adrienne Gunde

Q: Late night or early morning?
A: Morning
Q: Night on the town or quiet night in?
A: Night on the town
Q: Traditional or outside of the box?
A: Outside of the box
Q: Pink or blue?
A: Both
Q: Domestic trips or international travel?
A: International

Q: Coffee or tea?
A: Tea!
Q: Flowers or balloons?
A: Flowers
Q: Need for speed or just cruisin’?
A: Just cruisin’
Q: East coast or West coast?
A: West Coast
Q: Summer or winter?
A: Summer