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Budget Bash: 5 Money-Saving Hacks to Throw a Stylish Party Without Breaking the Bank

  • Written by Telegraph Magazine

Looking to throw the party of the century but don't want to break the bank? We've got you covered with tips that’ll work for any type of party. You’ll even find a special addition at the bottom of the article that can help you pull off a charity event without having to stress about budgeting. Before we get to that, though, there are the event essentials to sort out. 

Join A Wine Club

Everybody knows that the best parties have a great wine list, but this beverage can easily blow the budget if you aren't careful. Instead of trying to curate the drinks yourself, join an affordable Australian wine club and let the experts handle the decisions for you. Not only will you get a great discount (club prices are always better than retail), but you'll also get to try some delicious wines that you may not have even considered purchasing if it weren't for your subscription. 

Handle Your Own Catering 

Apart from booze, the fastest way to blow the bank when organising a party is usually the catering. Grazing tables, for example, look stunning but cost a packet. And while the serving sizes may be small for hors d'oeuvres, the prices certainly aren't.

While you may not be able to recreate every fancy dish you want at home, a lot of these types of foods are surprisingly easy to make—especially when your kitchen is equipped with the best frying pans in Australia. So, don't be afraid to jump in the kitchen and save your budget for other things.

Skip The DJ

If you're having presentations during the event, you’ll need an MC (unless you're willing to grab the microphone yourself). But when it comes to mixing tunes, a DJ isn't always necessary. 

While it's nice to have the music handled by someone who can mix tracks and feed off the crowd's energy, creating a playlist for your party can still be effective if you're looking to cut costs. You can even make it an interactive experience, allowing guests to take turns programming tracks. Just be sure you trust your guest’s tastes if you go down this cost-saving route!

Have A Theme

People are loving parties with themes at the moment. Best of all, having a set style is a great way to level up the aesthetic of your event without having to spend a lot of money. Simply set a theme that oozes sophistication. Think colours like gold and platinum, eras like the 1920s, or films like Casablanca. Encourage every person to bring one classy element to contribute to the decor, and this combined with the elegant costumes will instantly elevate your event—no in-house spending required!

Have a Cover Charge

This final tip is more suited to charitable events, but with the right communication, it can work for a private party. Having everyone pay you a pre-agreed donation before the event can charge up your party fund, allowing you to put on the best bash possible. 

The most important thing here is to be completely transparent with your spending. Create a spreadsheet, so everyone can see how much money you collected, how much you spent, and what you spent it on. That way, everyone will be comfortable and there’s no room for misunderstandings. 

Armed with these tips, you’ve got the foundations already laid for a stylish yet budget-friendly party. Now, all you need to do is start organising!

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