11 Things the Cutest Parties Always Have

Regular balloons are old news. Letter and number balloons are fun, bold, and an easy party decoration that everyone will love.

A DIY vase is the ultimate real-girl decor hack. If you're having guests over and looking for a supersimple way to make your place look cuter, grab some glitter and make your own vase.

Once you've mastered the DIY vase, don't be shy about how many flowers you display. Covering your bar table with an assortment of vases and flowers makes it so much more inviting.

Bar carts are an entertaining must. Spoiler: they're also really easy for anyone to make. Here's the inspiration you need to make your own.

The moment you start planning a party, you should be thinking about all the details — even the invitations. A simple heart sticker over the envelope makes them so much cuter and more exciting for your friends.

If there's one thing we can't get enough of, it's mini versions of our favorite things. Serve up individual salads and appetizers in glasses, so your guests can easily hold their food while they mingle.

If you're hosting an outdoor party this Summer, consider this cute setup: centerpiece beach balls and colorful towels draped over each chair.

Wine and cheese at a girls' night: mandatory. Cute serving tray: optional but worth it. A plank serving tray like this one ($34) looks so much more impressive and Instagram worthy.

The next best thing to having real doughnuts at your pool party is having doughnut floats (but really, why not have both?). Make your next pool party the most fun with your own giant doughnut float ($20).

Any good party involves snacks, so why not take them to the next level by presenting them in a unique way?

String lights and candles should be your go-to decor for outdoor parties this Summer. They instantly make any back porch chic and cozy.

See? Letter balloons couldn't be more perfect for a party!