How to Turn Your House Party Into a Classy Affair

Want to turn your regular house party into a classy affair? Here are a few tips to raise the sophistication level of your party.

Instructions

1. Wear upscale attire yourself, and ask your guests to dress up as well. Put a note on the invitations specifying that it's a semi-formal party. You might even want to have a few spare ties handy for those who forget.

2. Serve wine, champagne and mixed drinks, rather than beer or wine coolers.

3. Decorate with cut flowers and candles for that extra touch of class.

4. Break out your china and silver, if you don't mind risking breakage. Don't use paper plates or plastic utensils.

5. Select classical or jazz music to set an elegant mood. You could even have live entertainment, such as a pianist or a string quartet.

6. Set out a guest book and pen for people to sign as they come in.

Tips & Warnings

• Let guests know ahead of time that your party will be semi-formal, so that they can plan accordingly and dress appropriately.