The Unforgettable Event: Your Next Big Party

These days, a party just isn't party without the finer details, fine like a good bottle of wine and smooth like premium chocolate. The finer details make the difference between just a party and the party. You need connections, a party planner and a guest list resembling a "who's who" on the glossy pages of Vogue or Vanity Fair magazine. You need fabulous gifts for your A-list guests! You need cases of Cristal, boxes of Godiva, and anything else that is completely fabulous! You know what they say, "You are only as hot as the last party you threw." So, that being said, plan your party accordingly… or better yet, have your list of necessities ready for your party planner, so that he/she can make arrangements for you! You have to up the ante, or you will be yesterday's news!

Location is Everything!

First things first: Location. Listen, ladies and gentlemen, location is EVERYTHING! If the party isn't held at an exclusive, trendy spot – nobody will come! Check out the Ultimate Venue's site, to get a general idea of places to throw your event. Keep in mind that you don't want to limit yourself. Think big, think different and go for it! Limitations are for mere mortals! Thinking about a party at the Guggenheim in Venice, Italy or at the Met in New York, why not? The more grand the party, the better it will be. You want the Titanic of all parties, minus the whole sinking, of course! The Ultimate Venue's site will just help give you some ideas.

Be sure to also keep your guests in mind when choosing a location. High profile guests will need additional options for an entrance and exit strategy. If your event is going to be a red carpet event, be sure to give them an alternate exit strategy, in case the paparazzi get out of hand. When deciding on location, be sure to let your planner know

Building Your Guest list

Have your party planner speak with different publicists and PR firms, so you can see who's available. Be sure that your own publicist starts spreading the word about your party. Also, knowing who you don't invite is just as important as who you do invite. Don't forget to send an invitation to those who invited you to their shindig in the past!

Arranging your Gift Packages

Have your planner contact different companies with a proposal for donations for your guest list. Since, you have a wide array of A-listers' attending your gathering, getting an A-list gift basket will be a piece of cake, except the cake will be on a piece of fancy, hand-crafted, fine china. Expect the best, then you'll get the best. Consider an Apple iPhone, maybe a watch, a Louis Vuitton handbag or maybe a pound of the best chocolate, as possible gift ideas.