See-Through Table
Girari's Penta Banquet Table, which seats 10, features a separate inner display for centerpieces. The legs and frame are made from recycled cast aluminum. Rentals available to the Western states through Van Nuys, Calif.-based Town and Country Event Rentals. Cost: $245 per day, per table. girari.com; townandcountryeventrentals.com
Grass Furniture
This Grass Loveseat from Del Monsoon Event Furnishings adds a touch of whimsy to outdoor events or green- or garden-themed indoor soirees. Cost: $350 per day.(843) 882-7728; delmonsoon.rentfurniture.com
Bright Seats
Add color to an unexpected spot in the room with these paint-dipped Hairpin chairs from Yeah! Rentals. Cost: $10 per day. (323) 522-3843; yeahrentals.com
Sitting on Steel
These steel chairs from Yeah! Rentals add an edgy, industrial feel to the room. Cost: $20 per day. (323) 522-3843; yeahrentals.com
Gold Cigars
Cigar aficionados will savor the Black Tie, a cigar rolled in 24K edible gold. Cost: $500 per cigar; for a box of 20, $4,800 (includes a custom The Black Tie cigar cutter). For a less costly alternative, check out the brand's bourbon-aged cigars: A box of 20 runs $240. londoncutcigars.com
Organic Snacks
Looking for healthy on-the-go eats for you or your group? Peeled Snacks (contact for costs; bulk discounts available) offers a variety of dried fruits in single-serving bags, minus the preservatives and other unnecessary ingredients dried fruits often contain. And Mrs. May's Naturals' Almond Crunch Bars, available in three flavors, are packed with 10 grams of protein and five grams of fiber for a filling on-the-go breakfast or afternoon snack. Cost: $34.80 for box of 24. (212) 706-2001; peeledsnacks.com; (888) 662-6297; mrsmaysonline.com
Event Organizer App
The Super Planner app, compatible with Android and Apple devices, includes a number of handy calculators to help you figure out staffing, food and beverage, and audiovisual needs. The capacity calculator includes 15 different seating configurations and can even be used in reverse: Input the number of guests, and the app responds with the required room size. Cost: $9.99. howardgivner.com/super-planner-iphone-app
Ice-Free Coolers
Keep wine and cocktails cool without the ice. These reusable stainless steel “pearls” are filled with freezing gel to keep beverages cold for up to 30 minutes. Cost: $27 for four. blueribbongeneralstore.net
Eye and Nose Relief
Keeping eyes moist and noses sniffle-free while on the road is no easy feat. These two products from Health Enterprises, Nature’s Tears EyeMist ($13.99) and the portable Neti Rinse ($5.99), are great giveaways for attendees and frequent flyers. Customization is available on bulk orders. healthenterprises.com
Map App
Perfect for traveling abroad or in areas with poor reception, the Avenza PDF Maps app lets users navigate GPS-enabled maps without network access or data roaming charges. Available for Apple and Android devices. The app and most maps are free. Bonus: The app allows planners to add their own customized maps for attendees to download at no cost. (416) 487-5116; pdf-maps.com
Cherry Blossom Gifts
Nothing epitomizes spring like the blooms of a cherry blossom tree. CherryBlossomGift.com ships a variety of these delicate live trees. Cost: from $20; bulk discounts available. (301) 493-9273; cherryblossomgift.com
Chicken Delight
A speciality of the Eden Roc Renaissance Miami Beach is succulent whole chicken, infused with lemon and orange juices for a South Florida spin. The bird can be served family-style or at a carving station. (305) 531-0000; edenrocmiami.com