The Consummate Host’s Guide to Throwing a Classy Holiday Party

How to entertain with grace and hospitality.
The Consummate Host’s Guide to Throwing a Classy Holiday Party
Make your next holiday party a merry, memorable affair. Drazen Zigic/Shutterstock
Annie Holmquist
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‘Tis nearly the season for caroling, cocktails, and Christmas parties, and even now, good hosts are beginning to make their holiday guest lists and checking them twice.
But how can a host ensure a party will be the talk of the town—for all the right reasons? Etiquette instructor Bethany Friske sets the stage with the four following tips.

Party Within Your Means

A great party doesn’t have to be expensive, Ms. Friske says. Pick a menu and a theme, she advises, but don’t stress about either. Use decorations from around your home or greenery from your yard.
Annie Holmquist
Annie Holmquist
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Annie Holmquist is a cultural commentator hailing from America's heartland who loves classic books, architecture, music, and values. Her writings can be found at Annie’s Attic on Substack.
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