party planning
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Etiquette How to properly set a dinner table
The dinner table is the setting for so many of life’s significant moments. Family meals, intimate parties with closest friends, weddings—dinner plays a major role in them all, and a beautifully set table can make these moments even […]
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Get-Togethers 10 trending party themes for 2025
Whether you’re celebrating your 30th birthday, hosting a bridal shower for your BFF, or just having a party for no reason at all, a theme can elevate any get-together. There’s no wrong way to gather and share moments […]
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Get-Togethers How to host a party in a small space without sacrificing style
Hosting a party at your home requires thoughtful planning and strategic preparation—especially if your living space happens to be on the smaller side, such as a studio apartment or house with limited square footage. Entertaining in a small […]
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Get-Togethers 25 ideas for a spring garden party
The sun is shining, the birds are chirping—yes, it’s finally springtime—which means it’s the perfect time to host an elegant spring garden party. As we all defrost from a seemingly endless winter, what better way to ring in […]
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Get-Togethers 10 tips for hosting a successful book club
Whether you’re an avid reader looking to share your favorite hobby with friends or you set a personal goal to finish more books this year, a book club is a great way to gather with like-minded literary lovers, […]
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Etiquette A stress-free guide to creating an event budget
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, […]
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Interviews Tips for hosting a memorable Galentine’s Day get-together from event producer Kate Pauley
Love is in the air this February—love for your BFFs, that is. Typically celebrated on February 13th, Galentine’s Day is a holiday all about honoring female friendships. And what better way to let your best girlfriends know how […]
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Get-Togethers How to host a winning game night for adults
If you’re looking for a memorable night filled with fun, laughter, and a healthy dose of friendly competition, look no further than a game night. Whether your crew is ready to commit to a night-long narrative role-playing game […]
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Get-Togethers How to plan the perfect Galentine’s Day party
Roses are red, violets are blue, celebrate friendship at a party with your crew! Galentine’s Day, much like Valentine’s Day, is a holiday all about showing love and appreciation to the people in your life you care about […]
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Holidays How to host a favorite things party
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 […]
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Holidays 26 New Year’s Eve traditions from around the world to ring in the new year
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 […]
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Etiquette Event planning in 2022: The state of parties after Covid
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 […]
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Birthday Race to celebrate with a car themed birthday party
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 […]
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Wedding Celebrate your special day with these heartfelt anniversary ideas
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 […]
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Get-Togethers How to plan a dinner party: Step-by-step guide
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, […]
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Get-Togethers Three takes on a fiesta party that will feel like a vacation
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 […]