Decor
The organizer is faced with a difficult task: brilliant, outrageously expensive-looking design without a hint of tackiness. Gatsby's high style, even within the framework of a party, presupposes the presence of taste and a sense of proportion on the part of the owner of the house. Re-watch the film adaptations: at first glance, the luxurious mansion of the mysterious “spy” seems to be buried in festive decorations. But the viewer will not see a hint of overload.
Pause: notice small design details, get ideas - the great Gatsby did everything for us! All that remains is to spice up the surroundings with a bit of your own imagination, so that the guests of the party are mentally transported to the crazy 20s.
It is important to choose the right room. The best option would be a loft, a classic restaurant hall or a spacious cafe: high ceilings, bright interior, antique furniture . Of course, you can also party in the Great Gatsby style at home, especially if it’s a birthday and not a wedding or other important occasion.
Colors: white, black, lots of gold and/or silver. Any natural shades are appropriate for compositions. Just remember all the time about a sense of proportion, you are not preparing for the New Year. Or to him? Then you can add a little more color.
We offer ideas:
- drapery with fabric is an excellent solution when it is not possible to replace unsuitable furniture or remove unnecessary equipment. Critically evaluate the interior - perhaps there are some completely non-vintage details left in sight?
- The sparkling crystal chandeliers and sconces are definitely Gatsby-esque . This item will instantly raise the party bar a few notches! You can easily make an impressive imitation with your own hands from the bottoms of plastic bottles. You can hide the chandelier behind a wire frame decorated with wax paper (white circles in the photo), disposable cups and other improvised materials.
Designer chandeliers look incredibly elegant, much more attractive than boring modern lampshades. And it’s simple: the child can cope if he has time.
- translucent white balloons (the very beginning of the film, Gatsby's first party) will make the atmosphere as light and festive as the mood of the guests! They also harmonize with milky chandeliers, i.e. Such lampshades will completely fit into the overall idea.
Glowing balloons: coin cell batteries + white LED + elastic band. Cut the long ball (SHDM) into strips. Place the resulting “elastic band” on the battery to press the diode contacts (they should not stick out from under the rubber band, otherwise the ball will burst). Place inside the balloon and inflate.
- decorate the ceiling/walls with vertical garlands . This is your main “reserve” of color, gold glitter and puffy richness: Christmas tree rain, serpentine, bead curtains, foil rain curtains.
- bright butterflies are also in the style of the Great Gatsby - at his parties they are everywhere! Make several garlands and use butterflies to decorate your compositions. Let them flutter around like frivolous young holiday guests.
- “expensive” vases, lush bouquets, large feathers as an element of decoration for anything . A hint of fountains: tall thin vases + silver decorative branches decorated with drops of transparent beads. It would be great if you could find a couple of real fountains, even if they were miniature ones.
- make several frames from ceiling plinths . Paint them dark brown, go over the protruding parts with “gold” (lightly, with a sponge). The result will be a worthy frame for “vintage” paintings, views of New York at night, posters from “The Great Gatsby”, photos of elegant ladies in evening dresses of the 20s;
- model retro cars, gramophone, telephone, radio, carved boxes, grandma’s suitcase - ask your friends for antique-style items.
Timeless classic
If you don’t want big difficulties in organizing, but want to have fun, throw a classic bachelorette party. In the company of close friends, you can go shopping or have a photo shoot in a noisy shopping center, for example, near slot machines or decorative displays. Don't forget about themed outfits. For example, the bridesmaids can be dressed in the same color scheme, and the hero of the occasion herself can stand out against their background. You can also use decorative veils of different shades. Photo ideas for such a bachelorette party can be very different: for example, a photo theater with cut out figures would be perfect. After the shopping center, go together to a cafe, restaurant or other place where you can have a lot of fun.
Photozone
It is advisable that “lazy” decorations assembled in a clumsy manner do not leak into the design. Everything should be on the level - so that any corner of the room can serve as a worthy backdrop for filming.
If possible, organize a retro area with a chic sofa, a carved table and antique items on it: a telephone, an ashtray, a Fitzgerald novel in an aged cover, porcelain cups.
Photo zone ideas can be seen in the film. For example, print out a photo of the stairs where his party guests were crowded. Or a view of a luxurious mansion, a golden organ, any recognizable frame, Gatsby’s car - the legendary Duesenberg J.
Bachelorette party at home
This idea will certainly appeal to true homebodies who don’t want to go out anywhere. Indeed, a bachelorette party at home is simple, practical and fun. they simply don’t have time to rack their brains about how to organize a bachelorette party A home bachelorette party will be a great alternative to such noisy gatherings. Invite your closest friends home and spend a quiet evening with them, full of intimate conversations. Ideas for a bachelorette party at home are very diverse. Such an evening can be organized as a tea ceremony, a fun pajama party, a pin-up bachelorette party - the choice is yours. You can also spend the evening watching movies or TV shows that mean a lot to you and your friends.
Invitations
The only invitation that Gatsby himself sent looked banal - a simple note, not at all pompous, in no way revealing the scale of the upcoming holiday.
That is, an invitation to a Gatsby-themed party, if we stand for authenticity, is the exact opposite of a chic setting! But at the same time it is elegant - expensive paper, a personal stamp, neat handwriting. The idea is ready, all that remains is to buy a fountain pen.
If you want more luxury and sparkle, make the invitation black or white and gold . These two tandems speak of wealth and evoke thoughts of high society and high style.
You can come up with something original. For example, invitations in the form of the cover of a novel, a ticket to The Great Gatsby, or a newspaper page: “This Sunday there will be a party again at the address, time, dress code.” There seems to be no invitation - just a small mention, entirely in the style of Gatsby.
Bachelorette party in pin-up style
The main attraction of the evening, of course, will be the outfits of the bride and her friends. Here it all depends on your imagination - you can choose both fitted dresses with full skirts and playful denim shorts with a high waist. The main condition is that your image should be as similar as possible to the image of American beauties from postcards of the 50s. hold a bachelorette party in pin-up style anywhere: a cafe, a restaurant, or even a club are suitable. Retro is a fairly fashionable trend now, so your images will easily fit into the everyday life of any establishment in the city. As for retro-style hairstyles, curls tied up with a scarf or a lush bouffant will perfectly complement your evening look at a holiday. And, of course, don’t forget to take high-quality photographs on this day to capture your original image. To do this, you can hire a photographer or go to a place where professional photography is provided for free.
Suits
Billionaire playboys and their gorgeous blondes. Journalists, students, censors, directors, actresses. Heirs, bosses, bandits and governors. Whatever you do, wherever you live, whether you are rich or poor.
Extravaganza of images! Chic costumes for a Gatsby-themed party have already been invented for us - pause, note the details, repeat . The choice is colossal!
It is advisable that the dress code be observed by all guests, and retro outfits from the 20s cannot be bought in the nearest store. Therefore, notify your friends in advance, at least a week before the holiday.
Girls first need to choose a dress: low waist, straight cut, shallow neckline. The colors are calm - all shades of sand and cream, gold, silver, black . In contrast to the laconic color and cut, the decoration was very elegant - lace elements, hand embroidery, rhinestones, beads.
The ideal length is just below the knees, to the palm of your hand. But judging by the film, a dress for a Gatsby-style party can be either floor-length or extremely short . If a T-shirt dress exposed legs, the neckline was rarely revealing - everything was too vulgar at once. But a deep cutout on the back is welcome. The hem in most cases is oblique, waves, “ragged” or with fringe, flirtatiously emphasizing the mischief and lightness of the image.
During an incendiary Charleston, an opportunity may arise with a dress of this style... In order not to change your style even in such a piquant situation, wear lace underwear, a beautiful garter belt, and the stockings themselves - sand, pinkish or black, in harmony with the dress.
Think through every detail - makeup, shoes and accessories for a Gatsby-themed party will highlight the elegant look of the 20s. The shoes were mostly closed, with a stable small heel, and a pointed toe . Such shoes will not fall off during dancing and will not risk spraining your ankle. Bright, elegant shoes were often decorated with embroidery, bows, and rhinestones.
Other “little things” without which the most elegant dress will not recreate the look in the Gatsby style:
- head accessory, so-called "headband " Ribbon, hoop, narrow bandage, headband decorated with stones, embroidery or lace, beads, with a feather or a flirty bow. The choice is simply endless!
- a necklace or a long string of pearls around the neck, you can tie it in a knot . Wide pearl bracelets, in several rows. Or sparkling diamonds? Slave bracelets connected by a chain with a large ring on the middle finger were in fashion.
- a miniature handbag with a long strap, in harmony with other accessories and the dress . Fur boas, boas, and long gloves with decorated cuffs are appropriate.
- recognizable hairstyle “La Garconne”, for a boy . You can style your hair in waves on your head, and gather the length with pins and disguise it with a bow or other head accessory.
Makeup is quite simple: dark shadows and eyeliner, fluffy eyelashes, red or cherry lipstick . The emphasis is more on the eyes - very deep shadows, maybe a little shine (the image of a fatal temptress). Lipstick is applied strictly along the contour, without carelessness. For a light dress, “naturel” makeup is appropriate.
Tanning became fashionable just in time for the '20s, so being pale isn't exactly Gatsby's style. Tanned skin, contrary to previous beliefs, suddenly began to be considered a sign of wealth, associating it with the opportunity to relax on yachts. Therefore, it is not at all necessary to use a light tone if it does not suit you.
A men's suit for a Gatsby-themed party is much easier to choose. This is a classic trio of calm shades, round-toed Oxford shoes with closed lacing (they are still popular today) plus a hat (you can have a straight-brimmed straw boater) . A long scarf that hangs loosely is appropriate.
In general, the men's look was restrained, with the exception of elegant ties and bow ties - any shades, stripes, checks, even polka dots. And also a scarf in your jacket pocket or a flower bud on your lapel. You can do both, but then it must be the same color. Add a couple of accessories that hint at wealth: a cane, a watch (by the 20s they were already worn on the wrist), “expensive” cufflinks.
Together
And finally, the simplest solution would be to combine a bachelorette party with a bachelor party. This option is suitable for lovers who cannot spend a day without each other. Friends of the newlyweds can be gathered together in some noisy and cozy place and have fun until you drop, without worrying or being jealous of your soulmate.
These are the most fun and original ideas for a bachelorette party.
As you understand, all these ideas can be combined with each other and adapted to your mood. But, no matter what option you choose, having fun in the company of your best friends will definitely leave the best impressions. Just don’t forget that the wedding is just around the corner, so you shouldn’t be too zealous with dancing and alcohol. If you really have something grandiose in your plans, it makes sense to think about celebrating your bachelorette party not the day before the wedding, but a little earlier. In any case, the final decision is yours, because you are the hostess of this festive evening.
And finally, I present to you the brightest ideas for decor and photo shoots for a bachelorette party.
Menu, serving
A holiday in the style of the Great Gatsby cannot be called a budget party, and the party menu should also match. The treats are exquisite, inaccessible or seem so due to the original presentation of the food. It is advisable to have a little bit of everything to amaze guests with the assortment: seafood, meat, smoked meats, fish, fruits and vegetables, portioned/cut.
A buffet is implied, since the party is danceable and active. Of course, for a wedding “at Gatsby’s” it is better to arrange small tables for 3-4 people and hire well-trained waiters - food and drinks should appear “out of thin air”.
All kinds of desserts, sweets - chocolate, a scattering of dragees, glazed nuts, a huge cake for a wedding or birthday. Drinks: mandatory champagne, wine, brandy and cognac, any cocktails . A few ideas that highlight Gatsby's high style:
- satin tablecloths, chair drapery. The color scheme is in harmony with the decorations (black + gold, white + gold, white + silver);
- napkin rings, chrome napkin holders;
- feathers, fresh flowers, pearls;
- multi-level stands for dishes, preferably chrome plated;
- punch fountains, chocolate fountains;
- ice sculptures, figured ice (molds cost pennies);
- crystal, glass with gilding or silvering;
- collectible alcohol (“Soviet” champagne is certainly inappropriate).
The easiest way is to re-glue the labels (old ones can be printed from the Internet):
- hidden bars in globes, books;
- pyramids of glasses for pouring champagne.
Bus Party
If the idea of hiring a snow-white limousine and driving around the city with your friends seems banal to you, then hire... a bus! Such a party on wheels will definitely seem original to all guests. By bus you can travel to all the places that evoke pleasant memories associated with single life. To avoid getting bored, hire a bartender - he will treat you to drinks and snacks, and will also become an undoubted decoration in your sorority. A hen party in the party buss style can become not only an independent event, but also be the beginning of a long and fun night. Just imagine the surprise of those around you when a group of charming girls arrives at the club by bus! This will definitely make you the most important visitors of the night.
