Color Party – Ebony and Ivory, Live Together in Perfect Harmony

Sorry Stevie Wonder, I’m probably owing you like a trillion dollars in royalties. I would have used Michael Jackson’s Black or White, but I’m mad at him). But I digress. For any event, you can’t beat black and white. It can go from clean and classic or Gothic and the perfect neutral blend, your guests will not clash with your decor. Especially if you are still struggling with what to do for Halloween…

Paper McLovin
One off my favorite places for party inspiration is Jean M. Their (free!!!!) catalog is chock full of ideas for invitations, place settings, gifts and favors. One of their invites, Piper. Put a twist on traditional invites with Wonderful Graffiti Weddings’ giant lollipop invites. And how fabulous is Paperstyle’s Georgette invitations? Hand write an invite on Smudge Ink’s Sunburst note card.

Setting the Scene
Invite guests to dress in black and/or white, then be a stunning hostess in an eye catching color like red or hot pink. Keep it real with Plum Party’s cocktail rings.

The Table’s the Thing
Start your table with Pottery Barn’s black and white dinnerware.Pinwheels from scrapbook paper, candy in clear compotes and lidded jars and paper-cut fences set an enchanting scene. Picture courtesy of Better Homes and Gardens Halloween Tricks and Treats 2007. Lovin’ Pottery Barn’s 2007 Fall catalog table. Once again, black and white with punches of color, my favorite. All black with white accents make this setting sleek and elegant.

The Munchies
Create a black martini with black Blavod vodka or serve White Russians. OMG! Look at these fabulous cakes from Confetti Cakes via Blush Events. Pink CakeBox never lets me down. Check out this engagement cake. Fabulous cupcake wrapper from Fancy Flours.

Send Them Home With a Smile
Pass out small cellophane bags and let guests indulge at a candy buffet. Custom bags of chocolate for guests at a wedding.