18 marks a milestone in any young adult’s life—it’s the
crossing over from child to adult and a rite of passage that is celebrated
worldwide. With debuts so prevalent in our country, it’s become a challenge to
create a party that’s memorable. Here are some ways to make this important
occasion one you’ll remember forever.
1. Curate your guest list.
This is as much your parents’ party as it is yours—so give in to their guest
list requests but be firm when it comes to inviting your posse.
2. List your non-negotiables.
Have five party must-haves that are essential to your dream party. Big
occasions always involve compromise, but know what you’re not willing to give
up, come rain or shine.
3. Involve your BFFs. They
know you best and can offer up great ideas.
4. Make memories. Document
not just the party, but also the process of putting things together. Whether
it’s through video or scrapbook, it’ll be a fun memento to look back on.
5. Collate looks you love.
If you’re strapped for theme ideas, compile tear sheets from magazines in a
binder or put up a Pinterest board. Sooner or later, your style will pop out!
6. See party planning as
bonding. It might seem like a drag to meet suppliers and go through samples
with your parents, but this is one of the few times you’ll be working very
closely with them. Make it count!
7. Blog it. Other 17-year
olds will have a lot to learn from your experience—why not share it on the World
Wide Web?
8. Collect, then simplify.
After gathering inspiration, strip away the non-essentials. Bigger doesn’t
always mean better.
9. Pay it forward.
Incorporating some outreach into any party—whether it’s giving plants as
souvenirs or getting everyone to volunteer at a pet shelter—involving makes
turning a year older all the more special.
10. Scour the market. Attend
fairs, join forums, and rely on word of mouth so you’re sure you get the best
photographers, caterers, and sound system for your big day.
11. Save. Having a stake in
your party’s budget will make it even more meaningful to you! It’ll also make
your parents proud.
12. Chill out. 18 can be a
lot of pressure on anyone. Make sure you take some time to relax and unwind so
you can fully enjoy the day itself.
13. Think out of the box. A
party can easily be anything you create—a hiking trip? A wish to visit
Disneyland? Beach vacay? Dream big!
14. Consider DIY. Not only
does this make things more personal, it’ll lower your costs too.
15. Munch away. Food tasting
is a perk of planning the menu! Indulge once in a while.
16. Stay present. While it’s
important to take snaps and photos of the day, what’s more important is you
aren’t glued to your phone the entire night.
17. Lower your expectations.
18 is a big number but it’s not the be-all end-all of parties. Once you realize
this, you can ease up a bit and have more of a good time.
18. Say thank you. Nothing
compares to a debutante with a grateful heart.
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