A family-owned company, Higgins has been corporate functioning, wedding, and bar and bat mitzvahing in the GTA since the early ’80s. Two locations, one in Oakville, the other in Toronto, carve up the territory. The large Toronto showroom sees plenty of daily traffic from event planners and private clients alike. Memorable events are made with personalized details, and the company’s large rental catalogue represents a vast range of individual tastes and styles. Tartan, leopard print, and yes, even gold lamé linens are standouts in the healthy selection of table coverings, which also includes such tasteful classics as ivory damask (for the more demure host). On request, a white picket fence works as a prop for the idealistic (or ironic) bride and groom. All the wares—glass, flat and serving—fit for a posh head table or simple children’s party are here for the choosing. Tents for large-scale outdoor and private affairs are also available, as is portable cooking equipment.