At Pamper My Style, my luxury gift set company - we are preparing our sets for 2013 already! We are working hard to curate sets like Pamper My Valentine, Pamper My Mom, Pamper My Garden and Pamper My Party.
So, on this windy Monday I thought it might be a nice time to sit down and plan a party or two. There are many ways to throw a pampered party and here are some of my favorites! (Check out our Pinterest board for even more pictures and inspiration :)
1) Throw a Spa Soiree!
A few years ago I decided to have a Pampered Pool Party! I invited over some of family members and my best girlfriends. It was absolutely wonderful! We had such a great time that everyone is always asking when I am going to throw another. Soon ladies, I promise!
Here are a few pictures from that wonderful day:
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| A Professional Masseuse was there to lend a hand! |
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| The weather certainly agreed with us. |
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| My Nannie enjoyed the day so much! Such a special memory. |
My tricks for throwing such a successful party, like with anything else, is attention to detail!
Serve up these Ginger Fizz's from Yum Sugar. Click here for the recipe.
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| Photography courtesy of Yum Sugar |
The medicinal benefits of ginger compliment the health focus of the party. So, think through the goal of the party you are throwing to make the experience all it can be for your guests!
I also found this clever idea for a snack on Pinterest. The dip is made out of avocado, with cucmbers for eye masks and a red pepper cut into the shape of lips! The hair wrap looks like some kind of fondant...any other guesses??
One thing to never forget for small get togethers like this is the take-away bag. Loved this idea I found on Etsy. The item is no longer available, but it's easy a great DIY project!
Pamper your party with little surprises. Like put a gold token in one of your guests goodie bags and give them a special prize, like a gift-card to a mani/pedi at a local salon!
2) Afternoon Tea
Next up, we are getting a little more sophisticated (just a little) and putting together a Proper Pampered Tea Party!!
Pinterest is overloaded with cute decorative ideas for this one. Encourage your guests to wear hats and their most beautiful Chanel inspired suits and pearls and have fun with it!
We all know a tea party is really all about the snacks, but don't skimp on the tea. Be sure to have a wonderful selection of teas for your guests. You can highlight different regions, tea types and flavor profiles to make the experience both beautiful and educational.
My favorite local tea spot is Sullivan St Tea and Spice Company in NYC's Greenwich Village. You just can't get more adorable than this little shop tucked away on one of the sweetest blocks in Manhattan.
Can't make it downtown? Check out David's Tea, the Canadian company taking the tea world by storm with their inventive flavors like Forever Nuts (with Almonds, Apples and Beetroot) and Red Velvet Cake Tea (5 calories per serving!). Check out their website to order online.
The snacks for tea time are light, lady-like and sophisticated. Food Network has this extensive list of 50 Tea Sandwiches. There are just so many, I don't know which to choose!
3) Wine and Cheese Tasting
While purusing Pinterest I also found great ideas for a wine and cheese party.
This Chalkboard Contact Paper can be turned into a table runner. This great idea is from Jackie Fogartie's blog and is available on Amazon.com.
Pamper everyone's pallete by having great snacks. This spread from Natasha In Oz shows some great ideas, and the set-up is just gorgeous!
Even make it a pot-luck and have everyone bring a bottle and a dish to compliment.
A few more helpful sites:
Squidoo has a huge list of party ideas for grown-ups. No kid's craft parties here! So check it out and get creative!
Don't skimp on decorations! Check out these great guide to the best NYC based florists from Gotham Magazine.
OK, that's all for today my Pampered Party Planning Proteges. Have a wonderful time and don't forget to pamper yourself!
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