Wow em with details.

It's all in the details.

In my previous post, I stated that the best parties incorporate personality and flair. I think a great way to bring in this concept is with your invitations, party favors and goody bags. Many times you can take a simple guest gift or favor and personalize it for the "wow" factor. When doing my research for guest favors my wedding I stumbled upon personalized candy bars...I thought this was the coolest thing ever (well maybe not ever, but it is pretty cool)!

What or how you will personalize depends on the party of course. Invitations are the first impression of your event, so you can definitely start your "wowing" process here. An easy way to personalize invitations is by just adding a picture of the guest of honor. You can do this very easily at home with word processing software such as Microsoft word. When doing invitations be creative...don't be afraid to play with the fonts and colors. Use non- traditional wording as a way to convey your theme. For example if you are having a Spa party, instead of just saying " You're invited"...try using "Come kick up your heels and relax!"..This gives the guests a good idea of what to expect at the event.

Another great way to add flair is with your guest gifts. Everyone loves to get a gift right? Most of the times when I host parties, my guests always leave with something cute, dainty and functional. Which I think is a great representation of me and my friends. One idea I love is scented candles..I haven't given this gift out yet so I hope my friends aren't reading this. Scented candles can be used at anytime, for any event where ladies are involved. When using candles the detail will be in the packaging. I suggest using small pillar candles, as they come in many different colors and heights. Purchase small to medium sized clear gift bags, labels and some nice colorful curling ribbon. Print your labels with your catch phrase, which could be a thank you ,the name of the guest or host and the name and date of the event. Place the label on the bag so it is aligned with the middle of your candle, place the candle in the gift bag and the close the top with your curling ribbon. Viola' you have a cute gift that can be used by the guests or displayed in their home or office!

Again with any party it's all about being creative. Spend some time planning your details, it will be time well spent.