How to throw a Day of the Dead/Dia de los Muertos theme party

Karina, Claudia and Me

Alright guys. It's one week later and now that I think I've finally recuperated, I wanted to share with you all of the fun details from our recent Day of the Dead party. Now, as you may know, this is our third year hosting this soiree so we've really been able to make this party unlike any other. And now with all of our experience, we wanted to give you all the necessary how-to instructions in case you want to do this party on your own. So here goes!

4th of July Invites

I just came across these special 4th of July/summer invites on Paperless Post, and I am loving them. And the best part is that they're free to use! All the more reason to throw a party. :)

(photos via Paperless Post)

The Rainbow Trend

Photo via Hip Hip Hooray!

Photo via O Chickadee.

Photo via Omnomicon.

Photo via Hip Hip Hooray!

I think Claudia may have gotten this rainbow trend into my head because all this week, I have been stumbling upon very cool rainbow themed ideas. I am hoping to have a party soon just so I can make some of these fun and colorful things myself. A Rainbow Memorial Day BBQ anyone?

Dia De Los Muertos

As promised, here are photos from our second annual Dia De Los Muertos party! We were so impressed with everyone's enthusiasm with their outfits -- it was truly an amazing turnout!

Our very talented friend, Thomas Smith, was the photographer of the night and has shared the wonderful photos he took. I can't wait to plan our third annual. Enjoy!


Even our bathroom got dolled up!


The ladies do last-minute touches...


My cane was a last minute costume add, courtesy of my boyfriend's sprained ankle.


DOPT's own Lisa Michelle giving the camera some love.


Charlie + Johnny get into character.


The lovely variations of Dia De Los Muertos makeup. Looking good, ladies!


Party time! My boyfriend, Charlie, DJ'ed a great set!


Our favorite co-chair party planner, Rachel.


The DIY decor.


Claudia + Alex accomplish looking spooky yet adorable.

For more pictures, visit Tommy's Flickr site!

You're Invited

How cute are these e-invitations? Not as sweet as paper, but great if you want to send out a last-minute pool party invite and not use Facebook. :) Plan a Party: Paperless Posts