The ultimate Hollywood-style party

Oscar season is such a vibrant time in Hollywood. What better way to celebrate one of Tinseltown’s most glamourous events than by gathering fellow movie and celebrity buffs to watch the show unfold?

Hosting a Hollywood-style party is all about glitz and glamour. By simply mirroring decor and atmosphere and including authentic elements such as music from a movie soundtrack or Californian cuisine, setting the tone for the evening can be easy and effortless.
Here are 10 Oscar-worthy tips on hosting a Hollywood-style party that’s sure to be the talk of the town:

1 Lights, camera, action
Use themed invitations such as a film reel box with the invite inside or a movie clapboard with the invitation printed on it to set the stage for the party.  Pressed for time? E-mail invites are practical and there are many invitation websites available that offer creative design templates.

2 Pre-awards ballot
A week before the awards show, mail or e-mail your guests a ballot sheet and have them choose their winning pick from a list of award categories. A little competition can be a fun way to get your guests involved and excited for the big night!

3 Winning decor
Choose elegant colours such as silver, white and gold for an evening of casual glamour. Use silver napkins with white ceramic plates and use gold glass charms to mark everyone’s glasses.

4 Name cards
If you’re hosting a large party, direct guests to their tables by making or purchasing name cards. Be sure to tie in the colours of your decor. Name cards are a classy, stylish way to add to the posh atmosphere of the evening.

5 Red carpet inspirations
Your table is the focal point of the room, so make it glitzy by using a red carpet-inspired table runner. That extra little touch can create an air of authenticity.