Planning a Themed Fete

Whether you realize it or not, almost every party that you plan has a theme.
It could be as simple as hosting your party on a specific day (Canada Day, Halloween, etc.) and using your favourite colour, or it could be as thought out as a wedding where you’ve designed a personalized motif for everything from invitations to cake.

We’ve put together a few tips and pictures to help get your creative juices flowing the next time you host a party:

1. Are you hosting this party around a specific event?
This may seem like an obvious question for weddings, showers, birthdays etc. but what about special days like Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day, or 4th of July (for our American friends). How about a less celebrated milestone like getting your driver’s license?  Or why not base a party around the release of your favourite book or album?

Our chosen theme: A girly “Sex And The City 2” bash

2. Is there a dominant colour or image you associate with your party? 
Why not be a little selfish and base the colour choice around your favourite hue? Have fun and go crazy decorating with pretty purples, romantic reds, or bright blues.
Or your favourite book – does it have a main character that loves to travel? Then why not use images of worldly landmarks to adorn your invitations, decor or favours.

Our chosen colour: Pink

3. Is there a unique/fun element you can focus on to make your party stand out?
Celebrating a graduation? Why not get your mascot to make a guest appearance and perform a show for your guests.
Our how about putting a grownup spin on a child’s treat by constructing a self-serve candy bar at your next Halloween party.
Focus on the word unique, and use this as a chance to do something you normally wouldn’t.

Our unique/fun element(s): Designer brands and Cosmos!

 

There is no right or wrong way to host a party, but hopefully with these simple steps to guide you, your guests will be raving about your fete for months to come!

{pictures by Silverberry Occasions}