Summer of FunParties

That Leave a Lasting Impression

Creating fun summer memories is one of the great joys in life. Many of those memories come from the gatherings we host for the people we love. But party planning can be difficult, especially for people that weren’t born with the hosting “gene”. Throwing the perfect summer party doesn’t need to be difficult or stressful, especially if you have a little assistance and a little imagination. Take a look at these eight ideas that will help you through an amazing summer soiree.

A few well placed florals can make your garden party great and you can find them at your local grocery store for a great price. Grab some pineapples as centerpieces for a luau and string a few strands of outdoor lights around the party area go a long way.

The Theme

Every good party has to start somewhere and a theme is a great place to begin. And the theme will usually be related to what you’re celebrating? Is this a birthday, an end of school celebration, a holiday like the 4th of July or Labor Day, or just a great dinner party because why not? Once you know the theme, you will From there you can decide on the food. This can be anything from a backyard BBQ with all the smoked meats to a vegetarian potluck featuring summer vegetables. The theme will also help you narrow down the decor options, menu items and beverages. Just remember that this is supposed to be fun and easy so pick something you can do without stress. Here are some other theme ideas.

1. A Luau

2. Tacos and Tequila Tasting

3. Wine and Tapas Night

4. French Garden Party

5. Summer Berry Bruch

6. Pool Party

7. Red, White, and Blue

8. Beach Bash

9. Pizza Making Party

The Decor

Decor will set the mood but you don’t need to spend a lot of money. Carefully selected items can really take your event to a whole new level. A few well placed florals can make your garden party great and you can find them at your local grocery store for a great price. Grab some pineapples as centerpieces for a luau and string a few strands of outdoor lights around the party area go a long way. Of course if you want to go all out, picking a color palette is a great way to start. Sticking to three colors will help you stay on track as you purchase decor. There are also plenty of places that offer rentals if you really are having a blowout bash for a really special occasion.