Pret-a-Party: Great Ideas for Good Times and Creative Entertaining [Hardcover]

Fashion designer Lela Rose presents an inspiring manifesto for creative and stylish twenty-first-century entertaining. Known for her whimsical fashions, Lela Rose is also a popular and passionate hostess. From the spirited Couples’ Cook-off to a kid-friendly “Primp Your Ride” bike picnic, to an elegant Silver-and-White Christmas dinner, in this book she presents dozens of creative ideas to inspire readers looking for a fresh take on entertaining.   
Rose’s philosophy is simple: create your own occasions to create your own fun. The themes, colors, seasonality, and activities she concocts for each of her parties show you to how dazzle guests with simple yet unexpected touches. Modernize the traditional bridal shower with a refreshingly retro sewing circle. Turn a ladies’ tea on its head by having girlfriends over for an afternoon tequila tasting. Celebrate your favorite cause by hosting a festive outdoor supper, like the one featured on a Brooklyn rooftop garden.  
Featuring unique ideas for decoration, recipes for cocktails and key dishes, and tips for throwing everything together in an easy and enjoyable way,Prêt-a-Partywill be embraced by a new generation of hosts and hostesses seeking spirited and unconventional good times. You’re not ready to party until you’ve read Pret-A-Party. . . Fashion designer Lela Rose may be best known for her pretty dresses and romantic bridal gowns, but as her new book, Pret-a-Party, proves, she's also a pro at entertaining.
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Call it the new bible of entertaining!Pret-a-Party will surely become a pillar for entertainers and party throwers alike. Thinking far beyond the hors-d'oeuvres, cocktails, and ambience, Lela invites readers to see how simple it is tocreate an imaginative and unforgettable event.  
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