If you’re a party animal with an urge to host a jungle theme party, we’re with you. Visions of palm fronds, exotic birds, and tropical flowers dance across our imaginations, inspiring party ideas for a host of different events.

Whether you’re planning a jungle-inspired or safari-themed birthday party, baby shower, graduation, or other fun event, this guide will help you set the scene. You’ll also get some digital invitation inspiration that will have your guests going wild with excitement.
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Whether you’re looking for a way to take your outdoor entertaining to the next level or want safe ways to gather with friends and family during the coronavirus pandemic, an outdoor movie night is a great idea. Use this handy guide for affordable and fun tips on how to host an outdoor movie night and get ready for a crowd-pleasing evening.
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The coronavirus pandemic has changed the way we live — from where and how we work to how we celebrate milestones that don’t wait just because the world has been turned upside down. For our kids, the coronavirus pandemic has made it hard or even impossible to enjoy sports and time in the classroom with friends. So when a birthday rolls around, it can be hard to figure out the best way to celebrate.

Fortunately, there’s an alternative to giving in to the birthday blues. While we have to celebrate a little differently right now, there are quarantine birthday ideas for kids that still maximize fun and make the day special and memorable. Discover creative ways to make the birthday boy or birthday girl feel extra special in the midst of a difficult time.
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The holidays are coming, which means it’s time to start thinking about Christmas gifts for loved ones. But before you jump into trying to find the perfect gift, consider sending Christmas gift cards this year. Not only are they convenient, but they can also be personalized. Use this guide to learn the best practices for sending Christmas gift cards, plus get some top tips on how to create a lovely experience for your recipients. 
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Can’t get together in person to play your favorite games? Take the experience online instead! Explore these ideas for hosting a virtual game night and discover fun themed game night ideas to inspire your upcoming “get-together.” 
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Your rehearsal dinner should be a relaxing moment after the bustle of wedding planning and before the busy-ness of your big day. It’s where you bring your wedding party and family together to enjoy each other’s company before the main event. Plan a dining experience your guests will love with this collection of our best rehearsal dinner ideas. 
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Fat Tuesday is just around the corner and that means it’s time to celebrate with friends and family. Mardi Gras is a time for lavish celebrations in New Orleans and cities around the world. The carnival-like festivities mark the beginning of the Lent season leading up to Easter. To create your own colorful celebration, you can’t go wrong with these fun Mardi Gras party ideas. 
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While a wedding invitation captures a special moment in time, from year to year wedding invitations hardly stay the same. Previously unforeseen styles, formats, accents, and artistry sprout at the hands of gifted artists and designers in order to accommodate how couples’ tastes and preferences evolve. Trends then emerge and help set the tone for thousands of wedding celebrations each year. 

From daring pattern combos to inventive dimensionality and beyond, the wedding invitation trends we’re seeing for 2021 do push the envelope, but in ways that are true to the design while also accentuating the authenticity of the couple about to exchange vows. read more…

You’re ready to throw a retro party, but the idea of being seen in 1980s shoulder pads and leg warmers — ugh, as if! Instead, celebrate the decade that gave us grunge meets boy bands meets bright colors meets butterfly clips. (The outfit ideas alone are endless!) 

Even if you’re only throwing it back a few decades, it still counts as a throwback party. So get ready to kick it old school — with these 90s theme party ideas, your bash will be all that and a bag of chips.
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We can just picture it: The limo pulls up, the door opens, the paparazzi cameras flash, and you step out onto the red carpet. Whether you’re planning a corporate event, a milestone birthday party, or even just a movie buff’s special occasion, a red carpet event can add instant glamor. 

You don’t need to own a Valentino gown or have a guest list full of celebs to throw a red carpet soirĂ©e (although, if you do, can we come?). Rolling out the red carpet works for any big occasion and any small occasion that’s a big deal to you. You can host a formal event at a venue or have a just-for-fun red carpet party in your own home. 

Here’s a look at a few of our favorite reasons to throw a red carpet event, plus event planning tips for formal affairs and fun theme parties. 
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