The 5 Most Common Party Planning

Mistakes

Don’t ruin your party with a mistake that could so easily have been avoided! Below

you will find the 5 most common mistakes party planners regularly make and how to

avoid them!

1. Unremarkable Entertainment

The last thing you want at your party is a dull atmosphere where guests are bored!

This can easily happen if you choose the wrong type of entertainment for your party.

By choosing something a little different to the norm you can keep your guests

amused and having fun, regardless of their age!

If budget is a concern, simple suggestions such as DJ and background music from

an ipod can work perfectly as long as they are tunes that will get everyone up

dancing.

2. Is There Any More Champagne?

It’s crucial that you have enough food and beverages to satisfy your guests.

The last thing you want is to run out of drinks  or foods half way through the night!

If you are using a caterer or a party planner, they should be able to advise you on

how much you will need, based on the number of guests you are expecting,

If you’re planning this event yourself, remember it’s always best to overestimate

rather than get caught out on the night,

3. Where Are We?

Choosing a venue for your party will usually be dependent on various factors

But this doesn’t mean you have to settle for something that is not right for your

party! Consider the number of guests you are inviting, and the type of party you are

throwing.

Think out of the box for this one!

4. Décor

Decorating your venue is usually something that is considered less important than

the other factors e.g. catering, venue, entertainment (unless you are throwing a

themed party, in which case décor should be at the forefront of your party plans!).

However, it is one of these elements that can really add to the atmosphere of your

party, and a small budget doesn’t have to equal tacky decorations!

Be clever with your budget and use it for elements that will have the most impact on

your guests, for example, maybe all you need is some creative lighting to enhance

the venue.

If your budget will stretch, consider contracting a professional venue styling

company who can make your vision a reality.

5. Fantastic Night, But Where Are The Memories?

People are often so busy planning the party that they forget about capturing the

essence of the night for long-lasting memories.

Hire a good photographer or appoint a friend to do the job.

When it’s all over you’ll want to remember the fun of the night and there’s no better way of doing this than through photos and videos!