Party Resolutions for a New Year

Some may be skeptical about setting resolutions on how to “party” in the coming year. As in, “Come on, shouldn’t we be resolving to eat our veggies, kickbox daily, expand our vocabularies and (finally) read Anna Karenina?” The truth is, fete-ing like the chic hosts we want to be takes discipline, and I for one am setting some goals to make 2010 the most celebratory year yet.

Party Resolution #1: Master one adventurous (and party-appropriate) recipe each month to add to my repertoire.

Party Resolution #2: Break my addiction to all-white flowers and try arrangements with exciting varieties & hues.

Party Resolution #3: Hone my calligraphy skills to adorn envelopes, invitations, and menu cards with elegant script.

Party Resolution #4: Add to my collection of sparkly party dresses. Since the host sets the tone, I want to look festive!

Party Resolution #5: Last, and definitely not least…Relax and have more fun at my own parties. Now that’s something to toast.

*Images: 1+6 Roland Bello; 2 Cannelle et Vanille; 3 Saipua; 4 Orange Beautiful; 5 coco+kelley