When it comes to planning a celebration, it can be tricky to get it right, especially if you’re putting a lot of pressure on a particular celebration being more special and stylish than usual. Maybe you’ve decided you want to go all out and splurge a little more than you usually would for a specific occasion, perhaps a milestone birthday, a happy event, or just for the fun of it. Or, if you’re in charge of throwing a party for someone close to you, maybe you’re under strict obligation to make it as elegant as possible.
Either way, there are many things you can do to ensure that your planned celebration is a little more special than your average house party or night out.
Here are 6 great ways you can implement style into your planned event.
- Invest in Extra Perks
Little things go a long way and make all the difference. You should think about the extra perks which can make any celebration more special. These could be an extra investment like champagne on ice, a chocolate fountain, a cocktail selection, or even just luxury seating options to make sure everyone is comfortable. Perhaps you want to rent your own private transportation to take you and your guests to your location of choice for the celebrations.
Another path you could take involves going more personal. Personal touches can make your occasion more special, too. These could be small gifts which are provided for every guest, monogrammed souvenirs for everyone to keep, or formal invitations which make your party that much more exclusive (and no one without an official invitation is allowed inside!).
- Throw a Private Party
If you want to celebrate but don’t necessarily want to take that celebration out into the public eye, or share a public space with strangers, then throwing your own private party can really make a difference. It brings the focus better on to your own celebration, eliminates the possibility of outside problems, interruptions, or complications, and allows you to celebrate your own way in your own arranged space.
You can consider hiring out a private room and employing the help of a private party bartending service, or you can throw your own party at home, which can still be made easily special if you have the space and facilities for it.
- Have a Formal Dress Code
For a lot of parties or celebrations, the dress code is often considered smart-casual unless stated otherwise. However, if you’re looking to step it up a notch and really make it feel that more special and luxurious, think about a more formal dress theme, like tuxedos and gowns. Even if you’re only throwing a private party at home, a dress theme like this can instantly change the atmosphere and the excitement building up to your celebration. It can be all part of the fun choosing the best formal outfit and being able to dress up more than you usually do in your everyday life, which means you’ll truly feel special instead of feeling as though you’re wearing the same smart clothes you always do.
- Think About Your Décor and Facilities
Hiring out a room or planning a spot to celebrate is, of course, important, but you need to think about the environment and what’s on offer, too. Be sure that basic facilities such as bathroom facilities are up to scratch and just as luxurious as the rest of your party. You don’t want your celebration to be ruined by overly long bathroom queues or out of order toilets in public spaces!
If you’re kitting out your own space ready for the party, think about those decorations which can make the room feel more special and stylish, and be sure that food and drink options are up to scratch.
- Be Sure the Food Matches the Style
Food reflects style very easily. You can’t have a formal sit down meal while wearing a tuxedo and then be expected to eat take out style food or messy burgers (unless, of course, that’s absolutely your preference). Be sure that any food or drink menu reflects the special style you’re trying to convey, such as a set starter, main and dessert, which suits everybody’s taste and is served in a stylish way. You want your dining experience to be as special as your celebration, and it’s all part of it.
- Consider Your Guest List Carefully
More people don’t necessarily mean a better party. Try to avoid worrying about numbers and inviting everyone you know; instead, try to think about the best guest list to truly make your party special. Instead of inviting friends of friends or people you barely know, only have those individuals at your celebration who you actually adore and want to spend time with.
The atmosphere will, therefore, be more special, and you’ll know that every person present is someone you care about. It also makes it more likely to avoid drama, fall outs, or any negativity.
Conclusion
When it comes to making any celebratory occasion special, what matters most is the people you choose to celebrate with. Of course, that doesn’t mean that you can’t afford to indulge a little more and treat yourself in a way you wouldn’t usually do in your everyday life, as a reward for all your hard work! When trying to make any event more special, think about what you and your guests would consider a luxury and strive for that.
Would it be more expensive drink choices? A more prestigious menu where you’re able to take the time to sit down and eat with your family and friends when usually you’re so used to grabbing food on the go? Would it be the opportunity to wear that ball gown or tuxedo you’ve had your eye on for a long time, but never had the occasion for it?
Whatever ‘special’ means to you, and however you choose to celebrate, make sure you do so in style!
