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Your Guide to Throwing the Perfect Party

We've created the ultimate guide to creating easier, prettier, and stress-free soirees.

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Photograph of cheese platter by Scott Suchman

How to Build the Perfect Cheese Platter ››

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Decoding the Dress Code ››

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Buffet Dos and Don’ts ››

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Party Planning How-To’s ››

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What to Wear ››

Photograph of clove-studded oranges by Scott Suchman

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