subject: Cocktail Party Do's And Don'ts [print this page] We've all been to cocktail partiesWe've all been to cocktail parties. They are those parties or get-togethers that usually serve cocktails as their main form of refreshment, hors d'oeuvre are served, and the guests are encouraged to walk around and mingle with the other people at the party. Usually, guests come dressed up in simple dresses and jackets or blazers. Generally, cocktail parties are reserved for corporate events, product launches, and other special events. Most people think that a cocktail party is hard to plan and execute, and that they have to be semi-formal events. But the key to a good cocktail party is a good selection of cocktails and finger-food, good music, and making sure that everyone has a good time. They can be casual or dressy affairs, just as long as the feel of your party is light and fun. Here are a few do's and don'ts on how to make sure your cocktail party is a big hit.
Do decide on a theme for your party. It's important to have a cohesive concept that binds all the elements of your party together. Whether it's to celebrate an occasion or just so you can have drinks with a few close friends, a concept will help you decide the other elements that go into the party itself.
Do send out your invitations early. Almost everyone leads busy lives filled with lunches, dinners, coffees, brunches, and drinks out. If you want your party to be well attended, make sure you lock down your guest list early.
Do let people know about how to dress for the event. Nothing makes someone more uncomfortable than being underdressed or overdressed for the event. If you want to be a casual event, let your guests know so they can dress accordingly.
Do plan out what drinks you're serving. Rather than having a full bar, where you'll need to fully stock the bar with all the popular liquors, mixers, garnishes and glasses, you'd be better off serving a selected number of cocktails. You can choose cocktails that go with your theme and you won't end up with a whole bunch of half-empty or barely-touched bottles. Make sure you include a non-alcoholic option for those who may be driving after the party. For more casual affairs, you can choose to hire a cocktail machine Melbourne that will keep the drinks flowing all night.
Don't run out of drinks or food. Make sure you have enough food and drinks for all your guests. The worst thing that could happen to your party is if you run out of food or drinks.
Throwing a cocktail party isn't so hard if you know what you're doing. And with these tips, your guests are sure to have a good time.
