Life of the party

A blog by Evite

Invitation for bachelorette weekend titled Lucky in Love with red heart and red glitter envelope.

Should I make an Invitation or an Event Page? A guide to picking the right one for your gathering

Not sure whether to send an Invitation or create an Event Page on Evite? Here's what each one is built for, so you can find the right fit for your gathering.

Birthday-themed foods including a hot dog bundle, pancakes with candles, and a pyramid of champagne glasses.

Ideas worth saving: switch things up with these birthday cake alternatives

Don’t like cake? Make your birthday bash unique and swap your cake for one of these tasty dishes and desserts.

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This personality quiz will tell you exactly what gathering to host

Saw this theme and thought of you! Take this party personality quiz to find your theme and customize your textable invite.

Hmmm… we can’t find anything that matches that 🤔

Three Halloween party playbooks with spooky themed covers and a spider web in the top left corner.

3 Halloween Party Playbooks for frighteningly easy planning

Whether your kid’s birthday takes place during Halloween season or you just want to throw a spooky bash, these three Halloween Party Playbooks are here to slay.

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Pumpkin-shaped cinnamon rolls with icing drizzled on top and a cinnamon stick in the center on a cooling rack.

Easy pumpkin-shaped cinnamon rolls

Pumpkin-shaped treats taste better. We don’t make the rules.

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Cozy table setting with lit candles, flowers, drinks, and plates of autumn-inspired food dishes.

5 memorable potluck ideas for the coziest autumn ever

Feel the fall vibes with these creative twists on a classic party format.

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White ghost-shaped dessert with eyes on a white plate held by a hand in sunlight.

Ghost Baked Alaska Halloween dessert

The chillest 5-ingredient spooky sweet treat imaginable.

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Birthday card with beaded bracelet saying LETS PARTY, surrounded by retro party items on pastel background.

Colorful birthday party items including jewelry, pink glasses, butterfly, disco ball, and a polaroid camera.

Taylor Swift Party Ideas Playbook

Celebrate the Swiftie in your life the easy (and BEST) way with our comprehensive guide to throwing the most dazzling Taylor Swift-inspired bday bash ever.

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Mamma Mia Party Ideas Playbook

Mirror balls, ABBA karaoke and easy homemade gyros–how can you resist this? Take your guests on a trip to Kalokairi with this iconic party theme!

Baked brie wrapped in pastry shaped like a pumpkin with cinnamon stick and sage leaf on top.

Pumpkin-shaped baked brie recipe

4 ingredients, 5 minutes to prep, and ooey-gooey deliciousness.

Teacher survival kit includes a clear pouch, confetti card, Nerds candy, gift card, and decorative tapes.

Teacher appreciation gift set including confetti card, Target gift card, and themed wristbands on chalkboard background.

How to make a teacher survival kit

This teacher + mom of 2 shares her top tips on creating a super easy and thoughtful gift your kid’s teacher will truly appreciate!

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Hand holding a wafer biscuit with cream filling over a notebook and books on a desk.

Literally the cutest 3-ingredient teacher appreciation treat ever

Name an easier teacher appreciation treat. We’ll wait…

Plate of six decorated round cookies with frosting and candy beads spelling words like lover, karma, and evermore.

It’s me, hi, the Taylor Swift friendship bracelet cookie recipe you need to bookmark

Brace yourselves, Swifties, because this recipe is for you!

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Three summer party playbook covers for older kids, Italian disco, and Mamma Mia themes on a pool background.

Summer Party Playbooks: Curated guides for trending party themes

Get all the decor, outfit, activity and menu ideas you need in our free, compact-yet-comprehensive guides.

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Grilled flatbread topped with ham strips, lettuce, yellow cherry tomatoes, red onion, and sliced peppers on wooden board.

This grilled salad pizza recipe is your new summer go-to

The days of the side salad are over now that salad pizzas are a thing.

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Collage with Christmas lights, cartoon scenes, candy cane, red stocking, and holiday characters.

The ultimate Christmas movie calendar

Get into the holiday spirit with our 2-month calendar of classic Christmas movies! Best enjoyed with hot cocoa and candy canes.

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5 tips for throwing the ultimate Friendsgiving

Dinner party enthusiast Amelia Edmondson shares her top Friendsgiving planning tips for a casual-yet-chic fall celebration.

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Thanksgiving dinner elements with turkey, pumpkin pie, plates, utensils, candle, invitation on checkered tablecloth.

How to host Thanksgiving dinner — from turkey to tablescape

We’ve gathered all our best tips, tricks, and reminders to plan a memorable and stress-free Thanksgiving. Plus, get our free printable checklist for hosts.

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The holidays are approaching… here’s what to do each week to prepare

The holidays are coming, and organizing things ahead of time makes them so much merrier. Here’s a handy checklist so you know what to do and when.

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Kids’ Birthday Gift Guide: Here’s what they actually want

Need some ideas for what to surprise a kiddo with this year? Here are the top birthday gifts kids are asking for and *actually* playing with!

Outdoor table with flowers, candles, slices of cake with blueberries, peaches, and two hands holding glasses.

Table with flowers in vases, two hands holding glasses, and sliced cake with blueberries outdoors.

Bougie on a budget: hosting tips from a luxury party planner

From matcha moments to flea market finds, Wala Events founder Jasmin Wala reveals how inspiration and intention, not spending, create unforgettable gatherings.

Collage of iconic Halloween movie characters including Beetlejuice, witches, Ghostface, and Harry Potter.

Collage of iconic 90s and early 2000s horror and fantasy movie characters posing together.

The official Halloween movie marathon calendar

Get ready for 2 months of Halloween faves to get you in the spirit of the season! From Practical Magic to The Conjuring, follow along with our movie marathon.

Blank recipe card with autumn food photos including pumpkin, baked dip, whipped drink, and cinnamon rolls.

Blank recipe card with autumn theme including fall foods and orange-brown leaves background.

Every cozy recipe you need to try this fall

Two out of six of these are indeed pumpkin-shaped… so you’re going to want to check this out.

Collage of summer treats: watermelon feta cubes, popsicles in wine glasses, metal cocktail glass, and fruits.

Collage with drinks, orange slices, flowers, a cherry, and photos of dessert cubes and cocktails.

Get to know this summer’s hottest hosting trends

The weather forecast is sunny… and the trend forecast has just arrived. Check out our top 19 picks for chic hosting details this summer.

Rectangular dessert decorated with blueberries and raspberries mimicking the American flag.

American flag made from blueberries and raspberries on a white background with red stripes.

Meet Ina Garten’s festive Fourth of July cake

Need a little Fourth of July menu inspo? Here’s a summer berry cake by the OG hostess with the most-ess, Ina Garten.

Charcuterie board with citrus slices, jalapeños, blackberries, salt, sugar cubes, herbs, and a margarita glass.

Cocktail with lime garnish beside a photo of citrus, spices, and herbs on a poolside surface.

A charcuterie board for your margarita? Count us in.

Meet the margarita garnish board — the perfect blend of trendy grazing spreads and delicious summer cocktails.

Bear-shaped cookie, drizzled dessert with cereal, and upside-down pink ice cream cone with sprinkles on pink background.

Bear-shaped cookie, chocolate-drizzled pastry, and pink ice cream cone with sprinkles on pink background.

3 sweet kids’ birthday party treats that will wow the little ones

3 cute, crowd-pleasing birthday treats kids will love that are easy to make and fun to serve. See the viral recipes here!

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