Are you sending off a dear friend on bigger and better adventures? Well, say farewell in style. Hosting a farewell party is a must. You want to show that they will definitely be missed, plus it's a good excuse for a party. Are you unsure of what type of party decorations, food or theme to go with? Wedding and Party Network has a few tips and ideas to say bon voyage.
Party Theme – Of course, your party theme should be along the lines of traveling. You can go with the bon voyage theme or use vintage luggage for your party decor. Just pick the theme that best suits the guest of honor.
Bon Voyage Decor – Since this is a going away party, think of the elements of travel. Luggage, postcards, globes, airplanes, maps and even ships are all part of traveling and go with the party theme. Find vintage maps and create wall decor with that. Once you decide what type of party decor you want your party to feature, settle on the colors. Normally, you do this first. However, if you go with vintage luggage as part of your decor, you may want to go with browns and creams for your party colors.
You can even create a gift for the guest of honor that is moving out of your party decor. For example, frame a map, pin point the places they have lived and where he/she is moving and create art by using twine to connect the places together. Hang this piece over the food table for a focal point of the party. Also, hang fun airplanes that say ready for take off or taking off or even create paper airplanes with well wishes inside or have guests write well wishes on post cards and definitely place vintage luggage out as part of the decor.
You can incorporate these items into unique centerpieces too. However, there is a cute centerpiece idea that features a floral arrangement, balloon and some net that are made to look like a hot air balloon. This would definitely be such a cute accent to add to your party.
What To Serve – Does the guest of honor enjoy a certain type of food or do they have a variety of favorite foods? Serve what they like. This party is all about them, so definitely show that. If they enjoy macaroni and cheese, chicken fingers, cheesecake, french fries, fruit or vegetables, serve it. It's all about them. It can be the most random menu ever, but if the guest of honor loves everything on it, it's fine! Of course you want everyone to enjoy the food, so it's always fine if you prepare too much party food. It can easily be sent home or you will have plenty of left overs!
You definitely want the food to be tasteful, yet you can add fun accents to it by featuring fun little cards with cute sayings by the food. Just create food cards in your party colors. Also, set up a bar and have let guests create their own farewell-tini. It's all in the details with this party.
When you are hosting a farewell party, make sure you pay attention to the details and make it all about the guest of honor. You want them to feel like they will truly be missed and have a night they'll always remember.
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