party planning

We’ve all heard the phrase ‘one man’s trash is another man’s treasure,’ but it’s not quite as relatable during a white elephant gift swap. They usually play out the same way. There’s a handful of quality gifts everyone […]

Whether you love celebrating the new year with a wild party or in quiet reflection, New Year’s Eve is all about waving goodbye to the current year and hello to the next. Many New Year’s traditions reflect this […]

Whether you’re hosting an unforgettable corporate fundraiser or a sweet baby shower in your home, every kind of party needs a budget. Tracking your expenses helps you save on event costs, negotiate with vendors for the best rates, […]

Humans are generally social animals, hard-wired for relationships. So in late 2019 when the novel coronavirus brought lockdowns and restrictions and in-person social gatherings were disallowed, it affected almost everybody. But as the world adjusts to the new […]

Parents, polish up your helmets and shine your hubcaps: we’re about to plan a race car birthday party to satisfy even the speediest of little car lovers. Although the day itself will probably whizz by as fast as […]

No matter what anniversary milestone you’re celebrating, from year one to year forty, you and your partner deserve to set aside some special time to celebrate your enduring love. With that in mind, we’ve compiled a list of […]

Dinner parties are a fun way to gather with friends and family, share some good food and drinks, and simply enjoy each other’s company. If you’re thinking of planning a dinner party but don’t know where to start, […]

PSA: You don’t have to confine your fiesta-themed fêtes to Cinco de Mayo. In fact, we think that a Mexican-inspired get-together is perfect for any summer day. Later sunsets and warmer evenings invite everyone to linger outdoors, while […]

Planning a large professional event takes a little more than just adding a few more bottles to your liquor store run. Planning an event is hard work—even for the most seasoned event planners. Thinking through a few essential […]

The classic etiquette is that a dear sibling or other relation officially hosts your baby shower—and maybe that’s okay for the non-control freaks in the room, but it’s hard to let go. We asked four brilliant entertainers (to […]

There’ll be no torn ribbons or reused bachelorette party crowns here… but we do want you to have a well-designed (and fun) baby shower. We talked to four brilliant designers and entertainers on how they threw baby showers […]