This year instead of hosting a swanky (and expensive) holiday cocktail party, consider throwing an ugly sweater party! The theme is informal and fun, yet totally festive. It's an ideal party for introducing new groups of friends because the ugly sweaters break the ice and create easy conversation.
When decorating for your Ugly Sweater party, think the uglier the better. Create an over-the-top look with tacky accents and mis-matched prints in bright red and vivid green.
Set the mood by hanging a cheeky sign from the door encouraging rowdy behavior.
It's safe to say that a lot of alcohol will be consumed at your Ugly Sweater party. It's a shindig that starts later in the night, so guests will be excited and in the mood. When they arrive, offer them a cheesy cocktail or a scrumptious shot.
OK, so you're not throwing an ugly sweater party this holiday season, but what about a holiday party? A festive cocktail, a delicious dessert soiree, or a laid-back brunch are great ways to gather friends together. Set the tone by mailing them a red and green themed invite.
Those of you who complain that you've never seen Anthony Bourdain cook anything may want to tune in to his new No Reservations Holiday Special. It airs tonight and promises to be full of wacky hijinx and ugly sweaters. He even has special guests The Queens of the Stone Age dropping by to help him out.