Rainy days will subside and sunny spells will reign (we hope). Then it’s time to dust off the barbecue and ask friends round for a party in the garden as you never know how long it will last! Beating the rain is all part of the fun at a thoroughly British BBQ…
As the summer stretches out ahead, daydreams turn to events in the fresh air. Festivals are a huge part of the fun, but if you’re not up for risking the weather and pitching your tent, create a festival atmosphere at home – great for a teenager or adult’s birthday party.
For several years now, the mismatched, vintage wedding trend has been very popular. These days it is being used more sparingly, alongside plain linens, formal flower arrangements and classic tableware for a smarter look from a bygone era, which we love.
If you’re a Eurovision fan, get behind your favourite nation on Saturday 18th May and gather fellow aficionados for an evening of Euro-Pop madness, with fancy dress, food, dancing and questionable voting tactics. Complete the evening with a karaoke session of your own…
Sometimes you want to make a gathering with good girlfriends a bit special. An easy afternoon of pampering for all; manicures and pedicures, face masks and a delicious tea makes for a chilled-out bridal shower, a birthday treat or simply a thoughtful way to help a pal de-stress.
With the warmer air and rays of golden sunshine during the last week, we’ve been put in the mood for a party in the fresh air, come rain or shine (though we’re keeping our fingers crossed). Here are our latest summer party themes….
For a garden party with a twist this summer, add a touch of 1920’s glitz inspired by Fitzgerald’s literary masterpiece, The Great Gatsby. Channel flapper chic, jazz and add a whisper of decadence at your party, without breaking the bank.
It’s all too easy to get caught up in pastels when you’re planning your wedding, but what if they’re just not for you? This bold wedding theme makes an interesting and sophisticated alternative. It’s a nice day for a black and white wedding…
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