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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Bowl of guacamole garnished with pomegranate seeds and herbs, with a chip dipping into it.

Gregory Gourdet’s Guacamole with Roasted Chiles recipe

Guacamole is always a crowd-pleaser, but add in some roasted chiles and homemade jalapeño oil, and you’re definitely scoring all the points from your guests.

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Real Parties: Laken’s 3rd Birthday Par-Tee

Looking to ace your next birthday party? Lauren Mulloy shows us how she celebrated her son Laken’s 3rd birthday with an adorable par-tee in Virginia Beach, VA.

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Real Parties: Hayes’ construction-themed 4th birthday party

If a party has kid-sized cardboard cars, you know it'll be a wheel-y good time. Get the deets on Hayes’ 4th, put together by mama & DIY-guru Brittni.

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Real Parties: Ashley Rose’s pasta party al fresco

There’s nothing like an outdoor dinner party—especially one like Ashley Rose’s in Houston, TX with pasta, cocktails and gorgeous decor.

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Child arranging plastic letters on black board reading Happy 2nd Birthday Lucia Jahji and Indy.

Real Parties: Lucia’s 2nd birthday rose garden picnic

Lucia’s 2nd bday picnic in Santa Barbara, CA was picturesque: From chic lounge chairs to a hand-carved watermelon fruit basket, mama Jessie DeLowe nailed it.

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Real Parties: Rowan’s “One in the Sun” birthday party

A ball pit, strawberry cake and piñata? Sounds like an especially sweet party! Here's how Kaitlynn Carter celebrated her son's 1st bday in Newport Beach, CA.

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Real Parties: Jake’s 1st birthday party at Camp Jake

Calling all campers: it’s party time! See how Jake celebrated his 1st birthday with an awesome camp-themed party in Sherman Oaks, CA.

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Real Parties: Emme’s 7th birthday art party

A canvas-themed cake and crafty activities made for an artfully executed birthday bash. See how Emme’s 7th birthday party in Metuchen, NJ came together!

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Creating a beautiful Ofrenda with Hauz & Co.

See how Sarahli of Hauz & Co. creates a beautiful Día de Muertos Ofrenda and learn more about the significance behind each part of her home altar!

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Real Parties: Max’s 2nd superhero birthday party

It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s an epic superhero party for Max’s 2nd birthday! See how mama Shawna put this party together in West Hollywood, CA.

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Evite’s top gift picks: Hispanic & Latinx brands and authors

Need the perfect gift for a birthday, shower or the holidays? Our editors compiled a list of Hispanic- and Latinx-owned or founded businesses you need to know.

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Real Parties: Lily & Rhyder’s floral picnic 1st birthday party

Flowers, friends and family make for an ideal birthday bash. See how Jayme and Noora threw the ultimate picnic party for their daughters in sunny LA.

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Bridal shower etiquette 101: The who, where, when and what of throwing a bridal shower

All of your bridal shower questions answered in one place.

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What to write in a teacher appreciation card

Express your gratitude for the educators in your life with this guide to writing teacher appreciation cards.

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What to write in a Mother’s Day card

Need inspo on how to write a heartfelt message to the moms in your life this Mother’s Day? Try these 76 ideas (including Spanish messages for Día de la Madre)!

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How to throw a bridal shower

Everything you need to know about hosting a bridal shower, including when to host it, who to invite, what games to play and more!

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9 actually fun bridal shower games

Give the bride-to-be the most fun bridal shower with these sweet and silly game ideas.

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Fun divorce party ideas to celebrate your new status

Party ideas are so good, your married friends will be jealous.

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Retirement party ideas & essential etiquette

Everything you need to know about planning and attending a retirement party the retiree will never forget!

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Party supplies and fashion finds for Swifties watching The Big Game

In your football era? So are we. Here are our fave finds for your February 9th watch party.

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Swifties, look no further: this is the game to play during the game.

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Download this free Chuck E. Cheese party planning checklist!

Planning a Chuck E. Cheese birthday party for your kiddo? Download this free checklist and let the games (and pizza) begin!

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Chuck E. Cheese birthday parties: Our top 6 planning tips

We’ve teamed up with our partner, Chuck E. Cheese, to make planning a kids’ birthday party a piece of cake (or better yet, pizza)!

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10 baby shower trends we’re loving

What to expect on the people-who-are-expecting scene. These are the 10 baby shower themes you’ll definitely be seeing a lot of this year!

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