Great Gatsby Themed Party

With the “Great Gatsby” film being as successful as it was just a few short years ago, it should come as no surprise that there are many people who are obsessed with a lot of things from the 1920’s – more specifically, the glamour and festivities from that era.

Chances are you’ve likely seen the film and are now thinking of hosting your own “Great Gatsby” themed party. If this is the case, here are some useful tips that you should make note of to ensure that your party is a successful one.

Time of Day

This type of party should always be held starting in the evening. If you wish, it can go on until late into the night. Generally, your party should start at around 8:00 PM. If your guests decide to arrive fashionably late, even better!

Venue

Consider a venue that has both indoor and outdoor spaces available while, at the same time, keeping your budget, guest list, and the weather in mind.

These spaces will allow room for all sorts of activities and entertainment, as well as an acceptable flow of movement between all of your guests.

Guest List

If your guest list is under 50 people, it’s a good idea to think about hosting your party at your own home. Anything over that amount will re

quire a larger space, preferably a location that you can rent out.

Sending out Invitations

Your invitations should be sent out approximately six to eight weeks before the actual date of your party. Since this particular type of themed get-together will require guests to obtain themed outfits or costumes, this will give them an acceptable amount of time to RSVP while being able to find something to wear at the same time.

Look of the Invitations

The invitations themselves should have an art deco look to them to go with the overall theme of the party. This means that your invitations should contain the following design elements:

Geometric lines
Arches
Patterns
Gold accents

Party Decorations

The best way to decorate for your party is to first watch the “Great Gatsby” film and basically copy what you see there. Of course, you can also take inspiration from what you see and come up with your own unique ideas as well.

Entertainment for the Party

This is perhaps the most important factor to consider. Whether it involves plugging in your iPod or hiring a live band, the entertainment should consist of classical music, jazz, and remixes of great 1920’s tunes.

Additionally, you could also look into hiring a professional gaming company to bring in gambling tables for your guests to play at, which will help add an extra element of fun to your party.