The Best Decorations for Your NYE Party at Home
Staying in for New Year’s Eve doesn’t have to be boring—that is, if you have the right party supplies! Whether you’re welcoming 2023 on your own, with your significant other, family, or with a small group of friends, there’s no reason to feel like you’re missing out on all the fun by opting out of big parties. Prime and prep for your at-home countdown with these fun and festive tools, foods, drinks and décor.
Mood-setting tech
You don’t need a thoroughly decorated space to get good vibes flowing if you’ve got the right tunes to set the mood. To create a nice ambiance, invest in a quality Bluetooth speaker. Though you might have to spend more on a top-tier brand, it’s an investment that’ll last you way beyond New Year’s Eve. And don’t forget about your playlist—give your brand-new speaker justice by picking out songs that’ll get you and your guests pumped for midnight and afterward!
Secondly, enhance the experience of watching NYE celebrations from around the world by using a projector instead of a TV.
A seat for everyone
Because you’re decorating for an at-home celebration, you’ll want guests (and yourself!) to be comfortable, not stiff, and certainly not tired from standing up for hours on end. Dust and fluff your living room sofa and cushions, but to add a touch of coziness, incorporate extra options like floor cushions, beanbag seats, and tatami chairs. They’re playful additions that can be easily stored when the party is over and brought out again for your next gathering.
Keep drinks chill
One of the highlights of any NYE party is taking a sip of your favorite drink when the clock strikes 12. If you’re expecting guests, go the extra mile and ask them what their preferred drinks are and try your best to accommodate them. Being a host that anticipates guests’ needs is a surefire way to throw a memorable party. Prep a cooler and have enough ice on hand. You don’t just want enough drinks, but proper storage for them, too, so they’re served perfectly chilled.
A show-stopping feast
Have fun and get creative with your menu. The most impressive and tasty dishes are sometimes also the simplest. Consider party staples like a chocolate fountain, cheese fondue, cold cuts, and dried fruit, plus spiced honey sauce, spinach and artichoke dip, mango salsa, and hummus to go with a variety of bread, crackers, and chips. Layered charcuterie boards are a lovely option, and so are ceramic platters and trays for passing around.
Light up the room
Don’t just settle for dimmed house lights. This is your chance to have fun with your space with novelty decorative light fixtures like a disco ball chandelier, fairy lights on walls, LED gradient rainbow lights, and even electric sparklers that guests can hold onto. Complement these with balloons, streamers, paper lanterns, and little flags if you want more festive décor.