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It's time to celebrate! Everyone at the cocktail party is either a friend, or a potential friend by the end of the party. This guide offers tips on how to organize a cocktail party, as well as how to dress and host.
Mingling and sharing time with family and friends is one of the main reasons why people attend cocktail parties. Cocktail parties are typically kept small with just under Read More
Hosting a cocktail party involves gathering enough glassware for different types of drinks, setting out drink dictionaries and providing the right mixers, sodas and Read More
Stocking your bar for a cocktail party ensures everyone drinks what they like and that the liquor won't run dry. Stock up on different liquors, beer, wine and mixers for a Read More
Subtly sophisticated, short and sweet, cocktail parties are a great way to entertain your friends with a minimum of hassle. Read More
The key part of a cocktail party is, of course, the cocktails, but the food accompanying the beverages can be just as important. Depending on your budget, time constraints Read More
When choosing finger foods and appetizers for a cocktail party, pick items that reflect the elegance and sophistication of the event. Since guests will be enjoying the Read More
When dressing for a cocktail party, women should wear a stylish and comfortable dress that comes to the knee, and since cocktail parties last into the early evening, take a Read More
To dress for a cocktail party, men should wear a semi-formal dress shirt and a coordinating jacket. Network through a cocktail party by presenting a professional image with Read More
To make polite conversation at a cocktail party, put people at ease by shaking hands, avoiding controversial topics and limiting snacking. Learn the safe topics to talk Read More
A cocktail party is basically exactly what its name entails - a party where cocktails and hors d'oeuvres are served. A cocktail party definitely has a dress code so read on Read More
Menu options for cocktail parties are limited due to the unique constraints afforded by this type of gathering. Very little seating is usually available, leaving guests Read More
Red is the color of passion, and a passion-filled shopping excursion is required when buying the perfect red cocktail dress. A show-shopping garment that falls a few inches Read More
One of the most important factors that makes a great party is the music. You don't want to just play entire CDs or the radio, nor do you want to worry about changing discs. Read More
The French Kiss is a bit of an odd drink, but it's still an interesting little cocktail to have in one's repertoire. Basically nothing more than two kinds of vermouth and a Read More
The aptly-named TNT cocktail should only be consumed by experienced alcohol enthusiasts due to its combustible ingredients, Pernod (a form of absinthe) and bourbon. Indeed, Read More
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