{"id":223,"date":"2019-04-02T00:53:49","date_gmt":"2019-04-02T07:53:49","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/inspomyparty.com\/?p=223"},"modified":"2023-09-12T06:36:33","modified_gmt":"2023-09-12T13:36:33","slug":"festivalseason","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/festively.com\/festivalseason\/","title":{"rendered":"It’s Festival Season!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

With Coachella<\/a> upon us and Stagecoach<\/a> knocking at our door, it\u2019s time to get ready for Festival season! And maybe even host your own festival party!
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You\u2019re not a festival person you say? Well with everything from Bottlerock in Napa <\/a>to the Ultra Music Festival in Miami,<\/a> festivals have now become part of our vacation destination decision making process, and a summer doesn\u2019t feel complete without experiencing some live music in the sun. Even city-hosted concerts in the park have gotten a more festive vibe. And of course, those fun elements have now infused their way into the party planning space.
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I didn\u2019t think I was a festival person until 2016 when my hubs and I decided to try Coachella for the first time. We thought, \u201cPeople come from all over the world to visit Coachella, and it’s in our own backyard, we have to give it a try.\u201d Man were our minds blown! We thought we\u2019d be the oldest ones there, but we were so wrong. Young and old, cool and not, the vibe was out of this world and the people were so friendly, we actually met some of our bestest friends at the RV Park where we stayed. I highly recommend giving it a try!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Richard and I in front of the iconic Coachella ferris wheel in 2016.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

So to help you get in the festival party spirit and be ready for your next one, whether it’s Coachella or YOUchella, I thought I\u2019d break down a few elements to get you prepped!
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The Look
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While the outfit and accessories are paramount, I actually love seeing all the creativity people have with things like awesome hairstyles and #bodyglitter.
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I love the glitter and #facejewels that so many ladies are rocking that truly enhance their beautiful style, like this chunky glitter by @cosmeticsemilia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Chunky
Chunky silver glitter looks fab with the red outfit and accessories<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re hosting your very own festival party, or just want to get festival ready, the super talented @workofheartfacepainting based in Santa Barbara can hook up your whole tribe with beautiful #festivallooks.
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\"Rainbow
Rainbow eyeshadow, feather earrings and a big brimmed black hat – 5 out of 5 festival stars!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

This gal looks super adorable with a blend of glitter, jewels, fun makeup and hair. I can totally see my niece @jeaneettemorales with this exact look.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Great
Great combination of body glitter, hair glitter, jewels, and makeup.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of hair, to look the part, you can\u2019t go wrong with #doubledutchbraids, those extra long braids that sometimes even have color weaved in them like @baysidepamperparties. And @braidsfordays_shop shows us #unicornhair is also a thing. How fun is that! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Double
Double dutch braids with a touch of color.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\"This
This little unicorn is loving her rainbow hair.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

There are lots of folks who will braid your hair for you to make your festival prep super easy, like the talented @aslynrenee based out of Los Angeles.
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\"Professional
Professional braiding makes sure those braids last all weekend!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Of course, you can\u2019t go wrong with a #flowercrown. Especially if you\u2019re hosting your own event, a special touch from a vendor like @edensgardenflowercrowns in the South Bay or @madreflorals in Santa Clarita bring so much fun for the whole tribe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Beautiful
Beautiful flower crown for a beautiful mom-to-be.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\"Flower
Flower crowns are a universal symbol of goddess.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

And how cool are these custom hats by @crownsbychloe_?!
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\"Fabulous
Fabulous festival hats definitely help you look the part.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

I think if you just rocked one of these hats with some sunnys, you\u2019ll look cute no matter what you wear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Scene<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Well if there\u2019s any reason to host a festival themed party, it\u2019s for all the beautiful decor you can use! There are a few ways to do this…go the \u2018chella\u2019 route and embrace some of the colorful and carefree elements of the big festivals, or go \u2018boho\u2019 and embrace some of the chic laid back vibes representing a nod to the hippy days. Let\u2019s explore them both.
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This adorable set up by @nineteen27vintages is definitely on the #bohochic side, and it\u2019s simply adorable. From the macrame wall to the floor seating with cushions, they\u2019ve transformed this space into a gorgeous festival party scene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"This
This Boho chic set up is everything.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

For a #Saharatent like experience (that\u2019s the house music stage @Coachella) companies like @wondertentparties do a fab job of making these intimate spaces into festival ready gathering spots. I can totally see a henna and tarot card station set up in there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Glam
Glam Tents = Serious Festival Vibes <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

For the ultimate festival like experience, services like @festipi bring the camping vibe to life! Just BYO chair and you\u2019re set for an afternoon of music and fun.
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\"Colorful
Colorful tents bring that car camping feel to your event.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

All the heart eyes go to @santabarbarapicnicc for their pop up intimate festival style picnics on the beach or at iconic places like the Santa Barbara mission. What a great way to bring the festival vibe to your closest group of friends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Picnic
Picnic on the beach with this gorgeous festival feel…yes!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Then there\u2019s the more funky and colorful vibe of a #chella party, like @world_event_management put together, complete with colorful marquee letters and hay bales.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Festival
Festival vibes all around this colorful setup.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

You can never go wrong with a playful #selfiestation like @lauravallexx posed for with friends. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Selfie
Selfie stations are best shared with good friends.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

And then of course there\u2019s #kidchella for those of us who wish our parents knew about hosting themed parties back in our day. It\u2019s ok mom, skateland was good enough for me. \ud83d\ude42 Nice job with this one @teakandlace<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Do you think the music at kidchella is kid’s bop sung acapella? <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Treats<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Talented bakers will never cease to amaze me with special ways to bring a theme to life. Check out these gorgeous treats, like this #coachellacake by @belletorte…I mean it has it\u2019s own #flowercrown and sunset with palm trees!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"This
This baker thought of all the details to make a fabulous Coachella cake.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Or this colorful too-many-to-count tiered cake complete with #peace sign and funky cupcakes all around\u2026.so groovy!
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\"Peace,
Peace, love, and layers and layers of cake!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

These cute little tent and feather #customcookies by @sugarbabiesbakeshop are almost too cute to eat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Teepee
Teepee custom cookies are so cute.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

And @pastrygirlslondon crafted these #teepee #cakepops with such fab details for a #sweetstable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Teepee
Teepee cake pops would be a hit at any festival party. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Fun
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Once guests arrive, it\u2019s only proper to give them some fun swag, like these glow sticks, neon glasses, wristmands, etc., like @gemloujenko did for her #festivalparty<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Everyone
Everyone loves festival swag.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

But the real fun comes with setting the mood with music! My absolute favorite #festivalDJ is @djsonny7even based in Los Angeles (full disclosure, this is my hubby – hehehe) Truthfully, he loves playing pool parties and for crowds with festival party vibes, and is just so talented. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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DJ Sonny7even making em splash at a pool party.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

How do you find other great #DJs, #bands, and other artists? Well mainly it\u2019s word of mouth, or you might reach out to an artist you saw perform at another event or venue. It\u2019s hard work finding talent!
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Our site @inspomyparty<\/a> will soon offer a great way to find recommendations for entertainment from family, friends, and neighbors, but there are also great sites out there like @thumbtack<\/a> and @gigmasters<\/a> to help you find great bands like @rumbaflamenca and emcees like @mrlifeofyourparty.
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\"Gigmasters
Gigmasters is a great place to find bands.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Thumbtack is another great place to find talent, like emcees.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Invites<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

So maybe I\u2019ve convinced you to host a festival themed party? Here are some cool ways to get the word out to your closest friends and fam.
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You can\u2019t go wrong with sending a cool #lanyard invite in the mail announcing the festivities. This one by @wedfest.co is super bright and fun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Lanyard
Lanyard invites will get everyone in the festival spirit.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Can I please be invited to the #bestiefestie? But I need the #VIPpass so….hook me up @teepover_! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Bestie
Bestie Festie is the cutest name for a party.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Might as well throw in a colorful #baefest #wristband like this one by @wedfest.co to make it look really authentic!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Hosting
Hosting a Baechella will definitely bring all the boys to the yard.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Now sit back, relax, and enjoy the lineup!
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Me at the Ultra Music Festival in Miami in 2017.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Me and the hubs at our first Coachella in 2016.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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