Speakeasy Themed Holiday Birthday Party (naturally ginger)

If you've been reading my blog for more than a couple months, you might have learned that the Frans love a birthday. We always go above and beyond (it can get a little bit ridiculous) to make each other feel special on our day of birth.
Natty was next up, the baby of the bunch. With her birthday nestled in the busy holiday season, we wanted to make her feel extra incredible and luxurious. We decided on a themed apartment party. Our theme was Great Gatsby meets Speakeasy meets 1920s meets Holiday Party. It was exciting to see everyone come out dressed to impress.
We wanted to keep quality high but budget low, so we turned to Pinterest for some ideas to give the party a unique personal touch without breaking the bank. First, I was able to find signs with quotes from the Great Gatsby error that we framed and posted throughout the apartment.

We provided some light appetizers along with mixes for two signature party cocktails. I printed little drink cards so partygoers could follow the steps to make their drinks. The first was a Berry Gin Fizz. It was a mix of Gin, Cassis and Prosecco topped with mint and a berry of your choice. The second was a Cranberry Whiskey Cocktail. This simple drink combined Whiskey, Cranberry Juice, Ginger Ale and Cranberries. The customized cocktails gave the party an extra special little touch.

Before me move on, we must decorate the tree.

And then we need to take some pictures of our fabulous outfits.

People were in and out all night, but we made sure they stopped by the Photo Booth for a party memory. I printed a bunch of props off Pinterest onto card stock, and mounted them on wooden skewers. It was a low effort way to add another special touch to the evening.