Forgotten Dinner Party 'Hacks' That Need To Make A Serious Comeback
Hosting a great party doesn't have to be as stressful as it sounds. There are plenty of lessons to be learned from the past, back when cocktail mixers and neighborhood shindigs were at their prime. From ideas to shake up your menu to ways to stop boring conversation in its tracks, these vintage tips will ensure that your house is the most popular one on the block.
Fancy Cocktails
Handing out some hard ciders or wine coolers won't suffice. Your drink selection needs that creative spark. Maybe try wrapping it all around a theme? There are tiki drinks for a Hawaiian luau. Or try chilled amaretto sours for a hot summer night. The cocktail table is your canvas, so have fun with it!
Theme of the Night
Sure, a theme might involve extra work, but it doesn't have to be stress-inducing. You could go for a decade throwback, a murder mystery, or something of your own creation. Once your guests get really into the atmosphere, there won't be a single dull moment.
Musical Chairs
Are seating arrangements old-fashioned? Yes, but they may make things easier for the night. If you want to introduce new people to one another, cue the name tags. Let social butterflies meet some wallflowers. Cute tag designs can add a little personality as well.
Dinner Redux
Why settle for an ordinary, traditional-sized dinner? Celebrate being different. Try a buffet style, or keep it simple and tasty with tacos. It's the chit-chat and the being together that really brings the party full swing anyway.
