Pippa Middleton made heads turn at the royal wedding, but she intends to be known for something other than her posterior and her in-laws. A year and a half later, she’s written a book, Celebrate: A Year of Festivities for Families and Friends, with wisdom gathered from her days working at an event company and for her parents’ party supply business. Pippa shows how you can make your soirée just as special as any thrown at Buckingham Palace—and on a commoner’s budget.
How to Plan a Party Like Pippa Middleton
The younger sister of Catherine, the Duchess of Cambridge, has penned a book, Celebrate, about how to be a perfect hostess
1. Parties by Pippa
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Pippa Middleton's Party Planning Tips
- 1. Parties by Pippa
- 2. Enjoy a Sunday roast
- 3. Do as the British and have a proper afternoon tea
- 4. Keep your guests well-lubricated at a cocktail party
- 5. Don’t get too trendy when it comes to the holiday table
- 6. Take a break from modern life by camping
- 7. Celebrate Burns Night in an homage to Scotland
- 8. Indulge in breakfast in bed or a lazy brunch
- 9. Utilize fresh flowers, whatever your price point
- 10. Make Halloween a holiday for adults too
- 11. Don’t let the weather rain on your parade