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I do love planning parties for my kids, but recently I had the great privilege to throw a much more grown up party for my husband! Sean turned the big 5-0 this month so we had to have an extra special celebration for him. I decided on a moody black and gold theme with tons of candles. I had so much fun putting it together with the help of my mom and sister-in-law. Mood Board These were some pictures that caught my eye when I was thinking about what Sean would like and what would be special…

Morgan Yates on Instagram: "This weekend’s dinner party under $100 ✨🍴 I know hosting can get expensive fast, so here’s an Italian(ish)-inspired menu for 6 (3 courses + wine + florals!) that comes out to ~$16/person. I hope this gives you some achievable dinner party inspo 🫶🏼 Recipes are saved to my story highlights! #dinnerparty #dinnerpartyideas #dinnerpartygoals #dinnerpartydecor #dinnerrecipes #hosting #dinnermenu #hostingonabudget"

Explore monthly themed dinner parties to enhance your hosting game throughout the year. Whether a cozy New Year's Day brunch or a creative cookie exchange in December, these ideas infuse fun and intention into gatherings with friends. Scale back for cocktails, or fully embrace themes with menus, decorations, and activities. Hosting not only brings joy but creates cherished memories and traditions. Hosting ideas, hosting themes, dinner party themes

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Last week, the Los Angeles-based jewelry designer Sophie Buhai hosted an intimate dinner in Paris that featured food installations, lounging — and even a try-on-clothing session.