Spring party

There’s no doubt that drinks are one of the most important yet stressful parts of any event – if you plan everything in a wrong way, you are likely to spend all the time in the kitchen playing the bartender. Fortunately, you can go for the easier options and can make even a greater splash than multiple servings of a 5-step cocktail full of expensive ingredients with a DIY mimosa bar. Since it’s a DIY bar, your guests will be able to help themselves – all you need is to provide them with the…

I’m sharing exactly how to make this beautiful crudite platter, and it’s a lot easier than you think. Perfect for spring and summer parties!

Host brunch at home for Mother's Day 2020 with these simple Mother's Day brunch ideas including decor, table setting ideas, and recipes mom will love!

​​Two month old Stormi Webster experienced her first Kardashian Easter party yesterday, taking in sights that included a baby animal petting zoo, mom and dad filming her for Snapchat (and people filming them holding her), and most extra pastel decor possible.

Last week I had the honor of creating a charcuterie spread for SummerHouse‘s Garden Party! SummerHouse, where I worked from the summer after I graduated from college until about a year and a half ago, just wrapped up a showroom renovation that is absolutely SPECTACULAR! And to show it off, they had a garden party / big reveal! (If you are not familiar with SummerHouse, they are a full service interior design firm and furniture showroom with the most talented people and the most BEAUTIFUL…

garden theme baby shower party favors | Garden Baby Shower with SO MANY DARLING IDEAS via Kara's Party Ideas ...

Aliana Event's client requested a space inspired by Oscar De La Renta’s Haute Couture, We transformed their private residence into a very De La Renta enchanted garden. Our very detailed tablescape included Loria Stern’s famous pressed flower cake, wildflower infused popsicles and of course Casa De Perrin’s Oscar De La Renta China.

Recently I was asked to join a group of designers & bloggers on Pinterest to pin entertaining ideas for the Kentucky Derby. Being a city girl, I was hesitant to accept the invite. Honestly, because I thought what in the world could I contribute? I don't know diddly about the Kentucky Derby - but I do like hats! So I accepted the invite from Cynthia Bogart, Founder & Editor of The Daily Basics and cruised around the board for a bit to get the gist of the contributions. Boy did I learn a lot…

Grab the recipe for these Melon Caprese Skewers that are loaded with a trio of melon, fresh mozzarella balls, prosciutto and a basil vinaigrette!