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Great Gatsby Themed Surprise Party
Invite your partner to a surprise party that will take you both back in time to the Roaring Twenties. Your living space transforms into a glittering set from F. Scott Fitzgerald's iconic novel, The Great Gatsby, for an evening. With jazz tunes, vintage dress-up, and theme-appropriate games, your pa…
- Decorate your space with festive banners, feathers, beads and other quintessential symbols of the 1920's jazz era. Don't forget to include a nod to the Great Gatsby with numerous lanterns and candles. Next, design your invitations in an Art Deco style and mail, or hand them over to your partner as a surprise. On the day of the party, dress up in your most dapper 20’s attire and let the jazz tunes take over.
- Serve classic 1920's cocktails and finger foods at your party. You could even have a DIY cocktail station where the two of you can have fun mixing your own drinks! Plan a range of activities from dancing to classic jazz tunes to playing traditional parlour games, ensuring that the entertainment continues throughout the night.
- As the party winds down, finish with a fun photo session. Set up a ‘photo booth’ with lots of props, so you both can capture hilarious snaps before you end the night. These will make for a funny and sweet souvenir that you both can look to whenever you want to remember this special night.
Preparation steps:
- To organize your party, you'll first need to buy or create deco-inspired decorations. Think brightly colored streamers, balloons, feather boas, and glittery table centerpieces. You'll also need some jazz-era costumes for you and your significant other. These can be rented, or you could get creative and put together outfits from resources at hand.
- Next, prepare a playlist of music from the era. You can find pre-compiled playlists online or compile your own mix of jazz favorites. Remember, the music is an essential aspect of a Gatsby party, so take your time choosing the right tunes! The menu should consist of classic cocktails and finger foods, so design this according to your preference and dietary requirements.
- Another necessary step is setting up a photo booth with props such as fake mustaches, feather boas, and pearl necklaces that tie into the theme. If you have a Polaroid camera or a printer, you can even print out these photos as party favors.
Some tips:
- Preparation is key to the success of this surprise party. Buy all your supplies in advance and make sure you allocate enough time to set up and decorate your venue. The more detailed and thematic your decorations, the better the vibe will be. Also, practice some dance steps of the jazz-era beforehand for a fun dancing session!
- For your outfits, aim for accentuated glamour. Men can sport tuxedos or vintage suits, while women can choose flashy flapper dresses paired with pearl accessories. Really get into character and let yourselves experience the 1920s in all its glamour!
- Lastly, make sure your partner has a free evening so there are no distractions or interruptions to your party. Find a gentle way to encourage them to wear fitting attire for the surprise party, maybe by suggesting you both get dressed up for 'dinner.'
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