Start with the Basics – Who, What, When, Where and What do I Wear?

When starting to plan an event, there are a few basic questions that you need to answer before you get started.

• Budget for event
• Type of event  – dinner party, cocktail reception, baby shower, game watching party and if there is a theme or preferred style
• Hosts and guest of honor, if any
• Date, time and location
• Number of guests
• What type of food and beverage is needed and who will prepare and serve it
• Entertainment – music playlist, band, DJ, board games, movie, pool floats, etc.
• Decorations and floral design
• Seating, party rentals and logistics such as parking
• Invitations and tracking RSVPs

All of the plans that you make will flow from these basic details.