Swanky
The Academy Awards are THIS weekend, and with it comes our favorite excuse to dress fancy, drink and discuss movies we’ve probably never seen… and you’re probably not alone.
Since it’s impossible to watch alone, and it helps you feel just a little bit glamorous for the day, we strongly recommend grabbing your friends and hosting a swanky Oscars party.
Of course, we’ve compiled all the best ways to celebrate, so grab that mini bottle of champagne, dust off that ball gown (or yoga pants…), and get ready for an awesome night of glamor!
INVITES
No swanky party is complete without a formal invitation. Gather email addresses and send an e-card featuring a funny and relevant line, here’s some we’re thinking of using for inspo:
1. “Missed Taylor Swift’s epic birthday bash? Didn’t make the cut for Heidi Klum’s Halloween party? Well here is the invitation you’ve been waiting for!”
2. “You are cordially invited to be a SEAT FILLER at our Oscars Celebration”
3. “Let’s get a ROOM” (nod to the Best Picture nominee)
DÉCOR
Set the stage for an affair to remember with gold, sparkles, and everything Oscars. What says glitz and glam more than gold sparkles and fake moustache props?
1. Gold Tassel Garland ($6.99)
2. Large Gold Star Cutouts ($4.99)
3. Hanging Stars Hanging Swirl Decorations ($9.99)
4. Hollywood Fluffy Decorations ($7.99)
5. Gold Doorway Curtain ($8.99)
6. Hollywood Stars Confetti ($5.99)
GAMES
Keep the party going even during commercial breaks with these fun games and activities.
1. Oscars Ballot ($5.00)
2. Oscars Bingo ($7.99)
3. Oscars Trivia (free)
4. Photo Booth Props ($40.00)
THE SPREAD
Just because the stars in Hollywood have to wait for the after party to satisfy their hunger doesn’t mean you have to. Grab the popcorn, some sweet treats, and of course the bubbly to cheer for your fav shows.
1. Try making festive Sugar Cookies in video camera, ticket stub, and other fun film-inspired shapes with these Cookie Cutters ($5.96)
2. Make your own Bubbly Cocktails or skip the prep and go for these Korbel Mini Sparkling Wine Bottles ($4.49)
3. Pimp out your booze with these “star-studded” Metallic Paper Straws ($10.77)
4. Make your own Popcorn Snack or purchase our fav Gourmet Pipcorn ($26.00/ 4 pack) and make sure to dress them up in these Decorative Popcorn Boxes ($12.99)
SWAG BAG
What Oscars party is complete without a swag bag? Make your guests feel extra special by handing out mini “swag bags” as they leave. Check out what we’re stuffing ours with.
1. Chocolate Oscars Mold ($14.99)
2. Juice Beauty Liquid Lip ($24.00)
3. Mini Liquor Bottles ($.99 - $3.99)
4. Life is Green Tea Towel ($9.99)
