Shecky’s

This Friday is the official start of autumn, so it’s time to get all you haute hostesses party-ready for the fresh season! Event planner extraordinaire Emillio Mesa is back, this time with tips and tricks for throwing a fantastic fall fête without busting your budget. My step always gets a little brisker when I feel the first cool bites of fall.... CONTINUE READING 14

If you've ever thrown or attended a party or event, you know there are lots of moving parts. Food prep, set-up and serving, keeping guests entertained with games and activities, managing RSVPs, etc. Now, imagine that you ran hospitality and entertaining businesses for a living. Meet Jean Mackenzie, an accomplished ex-nurse and ex-commodities trader who followed her dreams and did... CONTINUE READING 10

Now that you’ve sent out the invitations, chosen a theme and bought the decorations (see Emillio’s tips on planning and cooking for the perfect Labor Day party), it’s time to brush up on your party etiquette. Do you fancy yourself little Miss Manners? Well, see hospitality expert Emillio Mesa’s party dos, and tell us if you agree! A Labor Day weekend... CONTINUE READING 15

With Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week hitting New York City next week, it's best to stay away from committing any fashion faux pas, so wear all your white clothing items while they're still socially acceptable. Celebrations.com suggests throwing an end-of-the-summer/Labor Day weekend white party to get it all out of your system. Tell your party guests to don white for the fiesta and... CONTINUE READING 7

Holiday parties can be challenging, from knowing who to invite to choosing the perfect decorations. And with the long weekend fast approaching, some of you may be looking for help as you plan the perfect Labor Day celebration. Fear not, because event planner Emillio Mesa is here to share his best tips for throwing a laudable Labor Day party. Read... CONTINUE READING 14

You’ve cleaned your apartment, the drinks are ready, your guests are coming…but what about the food? Every haute hostess knows she needs to have the staples—chips, popcorn and pretzels. But your snacks should be as exciting as your soirée (speaking of, have you voted for the best Life of the Party Girlfriend in our National Girlfriend Awards...and have you celebrated our... CONTINUE READING 33

In honor of Shecky's 10th Birthday, we already gave you a few decoration, outfit and recipe ideas for a birthday soirée. But, one problem still remains—what sort of activities will guests do once they’re at your bash? In honor of today’s LOL-Worthy Girlfriend (have you voted in the National Girlfriend Awards yet?), we’ve compiled five party games that are sure to... CONTINUE READING 25

Keeping fit can be tough in the summer, especially if you're going on vacation, indulging in gourmet food and drinks, and relaxing all the time (guilty!). Since summer is the season of partying, why not incorporate exercise into your soiree agenda with a fitness party? Lucky for you, Celebrations.com has a slew of great party ideas to keep you and your leading ladies... CONTINUE READING 17

Happy 10th birthday to Shecky’s (have you checked out our amazing deals and more?)! In honor of the awesome party attitude that goes along with a b-day and our love for Fridays, we’re bringing you a TOP 10 AT 10AM every Friday. Birthday parties—or parties in general—can conjure up images of dorky cone-shaped party hats, ugly disposable utensils and less-than-cool party cups, until now.... CONTINUE READING 25

Our National Girlfriend Awards are in full effect throughout the month of August, and what better way to celebrate than by throwing a party? And...what if said soiree included cocktails and cupcakes together? Speaking of parties, don't forget to tell us why SHE is your Life of the Party Girlfriend (award presented by Celebrations.com). How to throw this pretty sweet bash? Celebrations.com... CONTINUE READING 14