Life of the party

A blog by Evite

No, you’re not lazy for hosting a potluck

Potluck shame is real, but it shouldn’t be. Writer Heather Leith explains why this lowkey party style is great for easing hosting anxiety.

Underrated but actually genius hosting hacks for your next gathering

Discover low-effort tips that will save you time & stress at your next gathering. These hacks will make even a first-time host look like a party planning pro.

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Here’s how to bring Europe to your backyard this summer

Skip the plane ride and bring the Euro summer vibes back to your place! Host a European gathering at home with these easy party themes and ideas.

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Real Parties: Connor Y.'s traditional Korean 1st birthday

Dol or doljanchi is the traditional Korean celebration of a baby's first birthday. See what Connor Y.'s celebration in Los Angeles was like!

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Real Parties: Chloe’s 7th birthday puppy pawty

From actual puppies to play with to cuddly plush ones to take home, Chloe's 7th birthday party in Encino, CA, is pawsitively awesome!

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Real Parties: Sonny’s “Where the Wild Things Are” Birthday

"Where the Wild Things Are" is beloved by many, including 1-year-old Sonny and his family! See how his 1st birthday party came together in Lake Geneva, WI.

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4 ways to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival

Get ready for the Mid-Autumn Festival with these tasty, crafty and educational ideas.

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The ultimate guide to throwing a bridal shower at home with Camille Styles

The founder and editor-in-chief of leading lifestyle digital publication Camille Styles shares her top tips on creating an unforgettable bridal shower.

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How to throw the dreamiest summer solstice soirée

Evite & Marlien Rentmeester teamed up to co-host a very special summer solstice luncheon! Read on to get our top 4 tips on how to host one of your own.

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Jet's "Hole in One" 1st birthday party by Dress Up Buttercup

See how Dede Raad of @DressUpButtercup celebrated her son Jet’s first birthday with a super fun par-tee!

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4 ways to celebrate Juneteenth with kids with Karimah Henry

Celebrate this holiday with your family on June 19 with these educational, fun and thoughtful ideas from Karimah Henry of Crafting a Fun Life.

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Cranberry-pineapple lemonade

This cranberry-pineapple lemonade adds a tropical twist to the classic summer drink.

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Halloween caramel apples

These unique caramel apples use store-bought caramel candies for an extra-easy Halloween recipe that will be everyone's favorite treat.

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10 things to talk about with someone you just met

Introverted? No problem. We've got you covered with some questions and conversation starters for whenever you meet someone new at a party.

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The 10 bridal shower trends you’ll see everywhere in 2024

From Bridgerton to disco to love at first spritz, mark our words, 2024 is going to go down in history as the coolest year for bridal shower themes ever!

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Move over charcuterie board! This tiered cheese “cake” is the hot new appetizer every host should know about

Up your grazing board ante with this show-stopping tiered cheese snack.

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Everything you should add to a baby shower registry

Build the perfect baby shower registry with these tips and ideas.

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6 disco party themes that will be everywhere this year

Barbie disco made the list, and so did another theme around a major 2023 film that def won't kill the groove (it'll look so good on the dancefloor, trust us).

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How to make a splash at your pool party

Throw the hottest party of the summer with these pool party tips and ideas.

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Throw a Bridgerton-themed party that’ll be the talk of the ton

Our top Bridgerton party ideas on how to throw a Regency-inspired féte even Eloise would want an invite to.

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What to add to a baby sprinkle registry

Have another bundle of joy on the way? Here’s everything you need to know about creating the perfect baby registry for your sprinkle.

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Pride party ideas for Pride Month

Looking for ideas on how to celebrate Pride Month this June? Here are 9 fantastic ways you can support the LGBTQIA+ community (and learn more about the history

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How to host an ethereal picnic

Warm weather means it’s time to start romanticizing your life with a cute and whimsical picnic. Here’s your how-to.

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What to write in a Father's Day card

Whether you want a Father’s Day card message to make him laugh or something that brings a tear to his eye, Evite has what you need to get started.

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If you’re a parent in Dallas, you need to know about these 24 kids’ bday party places

Epic places to jump, build, create and (most importantly) celebrate! This is the ultimate kids’ bday venue list—and it’s based on insight from Dallas locals.

The ultimate guide to throwing a Taylor Swift-themed birthday party

Swiftie-approved decor, organized by era. Get ready to throw the ultimate T. Swift birthday bash!

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A Swiftie’s guide to throwing an unforgettable release party for "The Tortured Poets Department"

Decor, activity, outfit ideas and more for the ultimate Tortured Poets Department release party.

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