The Spa Party: Give guests the
spa treatment
We seem to mix manicures and martinis quite frequently. And that's a
good thing.
 When
we women find something we
L-O-V-E the first thing we do is share it with our friends. The way we
see it, the Spa Party was born
when a woman who, while indulging in some incredible treatment, realized
that the only thing missing was a best friend and a martini. Here, here!
So, we've rounded up a how-to guide for all of you who, like us, believe
that a goodie bag, a spa treatment and a sweet libation are the must-have
ingredients for every celebration.
Credentials, please...
We've hosted dozens of spa parties, from New York (Carmindy of TLC's
What Not to Wear was on hand doing makeovers) to our hometown Chicago
(hundreds of women lined up on the infamous Rush Street in sub-zero weather
to get in) to Los Angeles (at a plastic surgeon's office in Beverly Hills)
to Miami (anti-cellulite treatments at a medical spa in South Beach).
Here's what we've learned and what you need to know.
 First
themes first
Every good party begins with a theme.
For us, the next blockbuster idea is often brought on by a piece of stationaryr
a cut of fabric.
Here are a few party ideas we have used (and loved).
Steal away...
- Oh La La: Gather your girlfriends together and go as bare as
you dare. Book a mobile spa service to perform on-site Brazilian waxes
and bikini waxes (done individually, of course). Bathing suit or lingerie
shopping is an obvious add on, plus goodie bags that include products
such as Tend Skin, a must-have post-wax treatment. To drink? Dirty martinis
of course: 3 ounces of gin, 1 ounce dry vermouth, 1/2 ounce olive brine
and two olives.
- Eastern Escape: A Zen-like party that calls upon all things
Asian. Hire a reflexologist to pamper guests where they sit. Nibble
sushi and Asian chicken salad packed in pink Chinese takeout boxes.
Serve guests green tea mock-tails or saketinis. Chocolate covered fortune
cookies are take home favors that guests will not soon forget. Customize
each one with the fortune of your choice: "Confucius says 'You are blessed
with a good friend.' "
- Clean Break Bash: Celebrate your new single status with a bash
designed to toast your freedom. In honor of your ex, serve up sour appletinis
and drink to your good luck ... and his loss! On the tube, play the First Wives Club or The Breakup. Serve low-fat snacks
- hey, you're single again - on kitschy cocktail napkins that read,
"She could no longer pretend that he wasn't an idiot."
- Foot Fetish: It's not half as naughty as it sounds, although
when you gather a group of girlfriends for pedicures and shoe-shopping,
things could quickly get out of control. Serve gourmet cupcakes topped
with mini high heels (chocolate, of course.) Book pedicures followed
by a serious shoe shopping expedition. Be prepared to handle an onslaught
of RSVPs when you send out these adorable striped pump invites with
real feathers and rhinestones.
Tricks of the trade
A successful party is all about budget. That said, you don't have to
break the bank to pull off a beautiful bash.
Save on flowers by purchasing mini wire dress figures and adorn them
simply with ribbon or a few fresh flowers. You can also create mini spa
wraps with white wash cloths and pretty ribbon.
Martinis are de rigueur but if budget constraints are an issue (or if
you and your friends plan to take this party on the road) serve up healthy
spatinis: fruity concoctions served in sugar rimmed cocktail glasses.
Light loads of candles. Your local craft store sells inexpensive bulk
candles in self-contained votives.
Our where-to-go-guide
Now that these spa parties have
seemingly taken over the social scene. We get it, what's not to love?
So, we rounded up a few of the best spots in town for your next beauty
bash, along with some helpful hints to ensure that your event stands apart
from the crowd.
Get the goods
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Admittedly we've gotten pretty good at this whole beauty bash gig.
From spa and salon Grand Opening parties to our signature Spa
Girl parties, we know how to celebrate in style.
Need help planning your own Spa
Party? Whether for corporate events, bridal showers or just
an excuse to gather with friends for some first-rate pampering,
we've got you covered.
Not only are we experts but our party planning services are free!
Contact a Spa Party planner now. |
Bridal Bash
Spas have become the hottest spot for celebrating bridal showers and
bachelorette parties. Strange but true, we're happy to forego cheesy strippers
and silly party games for a day or night of spa-ing with friends. Best
of all, the type of indulgence these bashes promote won't leave you feeling
or looking like death the next morning.
Pick your favorite spa or salon and get ready to relax in style. Most
spas can arrange food and even cocktails for your celebration, as well
as handling scheduling details. The key is to plan ahead; even at the
larger spas and salons coordinating appointments for five or more people
at the same time can be challenging. Most spots will require a deposit
of roughly 50% of scheduled services to book. This is usually not refundable;
after all you're taking up a huge chunk of their schedule so canceling
is not cool.
These people are professional pamperers, so you and your friends will
all feel like Queen for a Day. Plus, their trained staff will be handling
every detail from catering to your guests to catering meals. A stress
free bridal event- if only your wedding were so easy!
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