Can’t get to the islands for your birthday bash? No problem, mon. Throw a Jamaican theme party instead! First, get in the mood. Close your eyes; drift away to the islands. Feel the incredibly soft touch of the tropical breeze on your face. Smell the faint perfume of exotic flowers. Now open your eyes slowly … Read more

These summer party theme ideas will either succeed in cooling you off or they’ll distract you enough that you won’t notice (or care) how ridiculously hot you are. We should know. Nothing says Philly (where we live) like shirt-drenching humidity in the summertime. We hope these summer party theme ideas will inspire you to get … Read more

When you think of a 1920s themed party, do your thoughts go right to the booze? Ours did (can you say Mint Julep?). It was a time of excess, and it’s excess you’ll have at your swanky 1920s bash. Speakeasies and flappers were plentiful, and cocktails became popular. Fruit juices and other mixers were added … Read more

Ideas from an Almost Native Hawaiian That’s right, people. We didn’t come up with these luau party ideas sitting on our sofas in Pennsylvania. Ok, we did, but it’s true that one of us spends hours lolling on the beaches of Maui every year. She’s been to her share of luaus and thrown a few … Read more

It’s all about the color palette when you’re planning a seasonal birthday party. Our fall party ideas are centered around rusts, olives and dark reds. When you’re getting your decorating ideas together, take your inspiration from these colors. First Things First…Fall Party Ideas to Set the Mood: Now that summer’s over bring in those large terra cotta pots … Read more

Looking for a great cold weather party theme? Winter parties have lots of theme possibilites, and you can even use summery themes with just a few modifications. An indoor Hawaiian luau or beach party is a lot of fun when you’re nice and toasty inside, wearing a sundress, holding a pina colada and watching it snow. Depending on the … Read more

Searching for black and white party ideas? We’ve got a bunch for you. Black and white is a classic combination —chic and timeless. It’s a great theme for women and men of any age. And the best part is that it’s so versatile. You can dress it up with formal attire or dress it down … Read more

Throw yourself and your lucky guests headfirst into summer with our beach theme party ideas. A beach birthday party is one of the easiest theme parties to put together. Read on and you’ll find out why. The sun on your face, the sand beneath your feet, the sounds of the ocean … can you smell … Read more

The checklist is what’s going to keep this whole party-throwing process a sane one for you. Simply march yourself through each item, and come the day of the party you’ll be all set to shine! I’m one who adores checking off completed tasks, so here, ladies, is a chance to share that oh-so satisfying experience. … Read more