It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas, and you know what that means? It's December and it's time to celebrate all your favorite December babies! If there's a month made for fun festivities, it's this month. So what are some of the best ways to celebrate December birthdays? Well, we put together a short list of some of our faves: Continue reading "December Birthdays" »
It's no secret that wine is kind of a big deal. Searching for that perfect bottle of red or white might seem intimidating, and with the cold weather rolling in, you might prefer to hang out on the couch instead of broadening your wine expertise. That's why hosting a wine party is the perfect opportunity to get together with your besties and expand your wine horizons this winter.
The first step to having a successful party is deciding on the theme. Continue reading "Warm Up with a Winter Wine Party" »
Get ready to flamingle with your pals at a flamingo and pineapple themed party! This fun party theme can be styled for either adults or kids and has a lot of possibilities. You can also choose to do all flamingos or all pineapples, but they really go great together! Continue reading "What's Trending: Flamingo and Pineapple Parties" »
In Shakespeare's play Julius Caesar, the Soothsayer warns Caesar to "Beware the Ides of March." Unfortunately for Caesar, he fails to listen to the warning. March 15 marks the date when Julius Caesar was betrayed by Brutus, one of his closest friends. A betrayal that ultimately leads to his death.
Instead of letting this day be all doom and gloom, why not celebrate? Here are three ways to do so that won't have you saying, "Et Tu, Brute?" Continue reading "3 Ways to Enjoy the Ides of March" »
The Super Bowl is the time of year to celebrate and enjoy an entire Sunday with friends and family, so for this year's game, put together the perfect party for your guests! Continue reading "3 Tips for Tackling Your Super Bowl Party" »
Tired of the same old holiday routine and the over-commercialization of all things winter wonderful? Then this party idea is for you! Festivus, the holiday for the rest of us, takes the approach of celebrating the simple things in life. Here's what you need to know to throw the perfect Festivus party. Continue reading "Celebrate the Ordinary with a Festivus Party!" »
Whether it's a 10th birthday or a 21st birthday, you are never too old for a Star Wars themed party. Wedding and Party Network has your top tips for throwing a fun galactic bash!
Food and Drinks
Get creative with fun Star Wars puns. With Hans Rolos, Pincess Lays, and Vaderade, you can create a fun snack table that will crack lots of smiles. For the main course, make burgers with Leia's Buns or Jabba Hutt Dogs.
Here is a simple recipe for Yoda Soda:
Games
For the little ones, create a Jedi training camp in your back yard. Put together an obstacle course and make each Padawan a Jedi certificate. For the older crowd, play Star Wars Bingo with any (or all) of the Star Wars movies. Really put your knowledege to the test with some Star Wars trivia.
Are your friends hardcore fans? Act out the movie instead of watching and record it. Your rendition of Star Wars Episode III could go viral!
For Adults 
Have your guests choose their allegiance (Jedi or Sith) and make themed drinks for each team. Turn Star Wars bingo into a drinking game and spike the Yoda Soda.
Don't forget the cake! You can make two different flavors–chocolate for the Sith and vanilla for the Jedi.
No need to hide your love for this Sci-Fi favorite. Let your geekiness show through this fun themed party and prove to your friends that you are the ultimate Jedi master!
For more party themes, check out the Wedding and Party Network Celebrations Blog.
Face it. You are ready for spring. Winter has totally outstayed its welcome and you want to usher in mild weather, the joys of nature and lighter clothing as soon as possible. There is no better way to send winter packing than by hosting a Spring Party!
Pick a day, invite your friends and enjoy a few hours together reveling in the beauty and magic of a new season. Here are a few ideas that will make for warmer brighter days ahead:
English Garden
Perfect for all those avid Downton Abbey watchers as well as anyone loving classic themes and the tradition of an English tea time. Beg your grandmother to borrow her old tea service or go thrifting for a few key pieces like a tea pot, cream and sugar dishes and small tea cups with saucers. Don't forget lace tablecloths and doilies to dress up your table.
One piece of decor that will set off this theme better than any other is fresh-cut garden flowers. A mix of lovely and fragrant varieties like roses, lavender and peonies will transform your party into a slice of the English countryside.
What's on the Menu?
Hot tea and tea cakes of course! Coffee for those wanting a bit more of a perk. And all the trappings for both like sugar cubes, honey, lemon and cream. If you want to serve something a little more filling, we love these cute pressed sandwiches which would be easy to make ahead of time.
Nothing Like Paris in the Spring
They say there is nothing like springtime in Paris. So bring a little Parisian magic and elegance to your party!
Black, pink, white make for a classic French feel. Use black poster board to create eye-catching cutouts for wall decor. A simple Eiffel Tower silhouette will be a perfect focal point for your room. Trace a computer printout onto poster board and snip out these great add-ons for tables tops and walls.
Fun French phrases like C'est bien! (That's good!) and Bon appétit! (Enjoy!) can make for great cutout decor too.
Turn on some music like the wonderful Amelie soundtrack for some instant mood-setting tunes. A couple tracks in and everyone will feel like they are walking in Paris.
What's on the Menu?
Try simple baguette sandwiches with fancy cheese and wine pairings for a no-fuss meal that still excellently sticks with the theme.
Rain, Rain, Go Away
Love it or hate it, springtime typically means more rain than any other time of year. Hark back to the joy rain could bring as a kid with bright yellow galoshes, raincoats and big umbrellas. The decor for this party can be quite crafty with puffy cotton clouds and paper raindrops on strings. Balloons in white, blue or silver will add an Continue reading "5 Great Spring Party Ideas" »
Labor Day, one of fashion's most recognized calendar days, is quickly approaching. Closets everywhere are slowly changing their colors from pink, pale blues and white to dark browns, navy blues and blacks. Don’t let this fashion rule be a bummer; it’s a great reason to celebrate. It’s time for an all white Labor Day party! Round up the girls for one last summer fling before the weather turns chilly. An all white Labor Day party can be for celebrating the “White Labor Day,” rule or just your chance to rebel. Either way, this party is going to be a blast.
First, let’s start by walking into your closet. Since, Labor Day is the “last” day for white, it is the perfect time to clean your color palatte. Wear white shoes, pants and tops. Don’t be afraid to be funny or out of the box. After carefully picking out your outfit, all that is left color coordination.Have a problem color coordinating? An all white party will make that difficult task non-existent. After planning your outfit, your room of choice will be a clean crisp paradise. To transform your living room or outdoor space, invest in couch covers. These actually don’t have to be much of an investment. They won’t stay white for long with party guests, but they will make a world of difference.
To add a touch of bling, add sparkly silver pillows. This look will add depth, glitter and creativity to your party location. Nothing starts a party more than comfortable guests.
Don’t stop at just the seating. For centerpieces, use lilies to send a sleek and classic look around the room, but don’t stop there. Grab several clear cylinder vases and fill them ¼ of the way with pearls. Then allow water to reach all the way to a third of the glass. Simply apply a floating white candle and you’ve created ambience an night lighting.
After the guests have admired the ambience of the All White Labor Day Party, it may be time to introduce them to another form of comfort: Champagne and White Wine. Conversations won’t dull with the favorites of your guests, and succulent desserts offered such as coconut cake, vanilla ice cream, and the white chocolate fondue station. The dessert table, white wine and seating will allow everyone to slip into one last relaxing oasis before the season slowly changes.
Don’t let this Labor Day pass you by; it’s the perfect excuse to celebrate.
It’s the sad truth that sometimes we’re ready to ditch school before it even begins. That’s why Wedding and Party Network knows the perfect back to school party theme to kick off the fall semester. Who knows more about being carefree and facing school with effortless style better than Ferris Bueller from the classic 80s film, Ferris Bueller's Day Off? Host a Ferris Bueller’s Day Off party and be ready to start college in high spirits.
The details are easy to handle for this party theme. Every detail you pick simply must relate to the classic film. For the party invitation, use Bueller’s line, “If you’re not over here in 15 minutes, you can find a new best friend,” to grab your invites’ attention.
The party decorations could match your favorite scene in the movie or you could just check out your local party store and see what they have in the 80s party theme section.
For the food, bring some class into the chaos. Have everyone pick a fake name and title. Bueller had “Abe Froman, sausage king of Chicago.”
Present everyone with an ironically formal meal. Tablecloths, vases of flowers, and wine glasses will be a lot of fun. Your local caterer should have everything you need to pull off this classic scene.
For party favors, provide guests with dark sunglasses which they should wear throughout the event. Suggest they wear their favorite 80s inspired outfit, especially leopard print vests. Disposable cameras are great party favors too because your guests will want to remember every moment.
The entertainment is the most important part of this event. Ferris Bueller is all about Carpe Diem so your guest should feel caught up in the moment. You don’t have to plan every second, but have a lot of options so that your guests are constantly entertained. Try these themed party games which are perfect for the Ferris Bueller party.
As your decorations, food and party favors give your Ferris Bueller party a fun vibe, your entertainment will give your guests something to smile about. The Ferris Bueller party theme is simple, playful and exactly what you need to start the semester off right. Depending on the activities you choose, this could be perfect for greek organizations to get to know freshmen or for an entire campus to relax before hitting the books. Either way, guests will love having a Ferris Bueller day off before getting back to school and you will be grateful for how easily this party theme can be pulled off.
2024 is here, and that means it’s time for everyone’s favorite blog: wedding trends for the year! If you’re planning a wedding for this year, or hope to plan one soon, we’ve got you covered. Keep reading to learn what’s …
