Christmas Party Essentials
If there is one thing I love in this world, it is a Christmas party! While I'm not throwing extravagant events in our apartment, I love getting a couple of friends together to remember that the season is all about togetherness! However, sometimes I even throw little mini parties for Will and me to get into the holiday spirit. So, from my favorite decorations to my favorite party snacks, here is a list of my Christmas party essentials!
Decking the Halls
As someone who LOVES Christmas, my house is immediately decorated after Halloween. I have spent months searching for the perfect Christmas decorations, and there is nothing better than guests arriving at your house and saying, "This looks like it's out of a Christmas Hallmark movie!" If your house is decked out in your own Christmas decor, there is no need to spend extra money on party supplies because your home will speak for itself!
While your house may be decorated, don't forget about your serving options! I have found SO many cute mugs, plates, glasses, and cookie tins to make sure a little bit of Christmas is involved in everything at your party. Can you imagine drinking hot cocoa with your friends from a Christmas cat mug?! Sounds like a dream to me!
Dressing in the Spirit
Christmas Party Outfit Ideas
I am a girl who loves to dress for a theme, so the holiday season is one of my favorite times because it's always the same motif: Christmas! While I do love dressing up in pink during the winter, I love a classic Christmas outfit that looks straight off of Pinterest! I wore this dress to an Amazon Christmas party, and I felt like I was THAT girl! If your Christmas party is in a colder area, you might want to check out my Winter Wear blog to keep yourself warm before and after the party!
Don't get me wrong, I love dressing up and getting fancy for a Christmas party, but there is something SO nostalgic about a pajama party. They remind me of the parties I used to have in elementary school, where we'd have a pajama day and celebrate Christmas before break! I am currently LIVING in my Christmas pajamas, so I thought I'd share some of my favorite pairs that will make you look fabulous at any party!
On the Menu
No matter what kind of party you're throwing, everyone will be thinking about one thing: SNACKS! From gingerbread cookies to peppermint bark, Christmas gives us the best food options, so make sure you have plenty for your guests. I have found that Target always has THE best Christmas treats, so I thought I'd share my favorites with you! Plus, they have THE best gingerbread houses, which make for a fun party activity.
Gift Guides
Whether throwing my own party or attending a friend's, one of my favorite parts is the Christmas games! White Elephant and Secret Santa are my top party games, so if you're looking for great gift ideas, check out all of the gift guides I've created for this year. If you show up with ANY of these items, your gift will be the one everyone is fighting over!
While the holiday season can be busy, I hope you take the time to gather with friends for a party or throw yourself your own! If you're also looking for other ways to get into the holiday spirit, check out my latest YouTube video about romanticizing winter!
