Easy Masquerade Theme Party Ideas

The Masquerade theme party became popular in Venice in the 15 century amongst high society. It is thought that the original purpose was so that the aristocrats could cheat on their wives without being discovered.

The Masquerade theme party is now popular all over the world. The main point being that guests get to hide their identities by wearing masks. You'll be amazed at what you can get away with when nobody knows who you are!

If you're thinking of throwing a Masquerade theme party, follow these tips to help make it a party to remember:

1. Send out your invitations on face masks cut out from cardboard. Make sure that you state that dressing up is the whole point of the party and is therefore essential.

2. Men and the ladies should aim to dress up as flamboyantly as possible! You could have an award for the best costume if you wish later on in the night!

3. The whole point of a Masquerade theme party is that you'll be wearing a face mask. Venetian face masks are considered the best! You can however have a public unveiling at midnight if you wish!

4. Hire a pro photographer and station him at the entrance to take photos of your guests in front of a backdrop. You're guests will love this idea!

5. Buy some spare masks just in case any of your guests forget to bring one!

6. Place lots of candles around the room and dim the lights. Try and create aura of intrigue.

7. Musically, the best thing you could do would be to hire out a string quartet. This will not be to everybody's budget, so you could play classical music instead.

8. Masquerade theme parties are grand occasions. The food should reflect this fact! Dinner should be a seated affair. If you have a limited budget, then fine finger buffets will suffice.

9. For drinks, you should have fine wine or champagne in your best crystal glasses.