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August 12, 2013 by Jennifer

Party Hard… or Not

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30. Its here! Well almost, it will actually be here tomorrow… Its going to be a rather uneventful day. Just me, myself and I. Oh I’ll chat with my family and do a little online shopping, I’m even going to take myself out for a nice lunch, but it will be just me… no party… YET!

I’ve been dreaming of the perfect party to celebrate the beginning of my 30’s for a long time, but everything I’ve planned/thought of/dreamed about ends up being an outside party! I live in Texas, outside parties in August aren’t a very good idea. AT ALL!  So I’ve started a Pinterest Board for all my Birthday Party ideas, and I’m looking into planning something in October when its cooler. In the mean time I’m still dreaming of the perfect party atmosphere and of course the perfect party outfit! (some affiliate links used)

Pastel Retro Dinner Party

I am absolutely in love with this pastel dinner party set up (from Style Me Pretty). Its pretty and girly and just a little bit vintage. Perfect for me right? I can just imagine all my friends sitting at that table around sunset, eating yummy food and having a fabulous time!  I have no idea what I’d do for food but I’d wear this outfit…

Retro Glam Party Outfit - busyebingjennifer.com

Dress: Kiyonna      Shoes: Ann Michelle      Silver Cuff: La Preciosa     Earrings: JC Penny

I’m absolutely in love with that lace dress! And those shoes! YUM!!

retro inspired picnic party

When I was searching for adult party ideas I came across this pin, after a bit of searching I discovered You + Me’s post about a retro inspired picnic party! I am loving this idea! Lord knows I have enough quilts to pull it off! I can just picture my backyard all decorated, full of friends, yummy quilts and delicious food. Of course this type of party would require a retro inspired outfit of its own…

Retro Picnic Party Outift - busybeingjennifer.com

Dress: Pinup Girl Clothing    Braclet: GreenBeads    Flower Pin/Hair Piece: JC Penny    Earrings: JC Penny

Clutch: Piel    Crocheted Shrug: Simply Be    Shoes: Pinup Couture

That dress! That gorgeous, amazing, retro DRESS!! I want, no I NEED that dress!!! and the shoes. and the earrings. and the clutch. Okay. I want it all! But especially that dress!

Retro Party Inspiration - busybeingjennifer.com

 I have some pretty grand ideas for this party of mine… turning 30 deserves grand ideas… and now that I’ve got some time to plan it all out and get the things I want to make it perfect, my mind is going crazy! I pretty much want to combine my entire party planning pinterest board and make it a reality. Totally doable right? Obviously I’m going to have to have a chat with my hubby about what I want and when I want to do it… in the mean time I’ll keep dreaming and planning!

Have you turned 30? What did you do to celebrate?

Filed Under: Fashion & Style, Real Life Tagged With: 30th birthday, Fashion, Party, turning 30

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  1. Stephanie F. says

    August 12, 2013 at 12:20 pm

    Wow, you have several wonderful options for your party. They all look amazing!!!

    Reply
  2. allthatglitters87 says

    August 12, 2013 at 12:32 pm

    I love that purple flower dress! Soooo pretty!

    Reply
  3. lacy says

    August 12, 2013 at 2:27 pm

    Party! Party! Party! (0:

    Reply
  4. Ashley says

    August 12, 2013 at 3:16 pm

    Such a great idea! Have an awesome day!

    ~Ashley @ A Cute Angle http://acutelifestyle.blogspot.com

    Reply
  5. kesha says

    August 13, 2013 at 9:19 am

    I love that outfit! It is so pretty! The party ideas are beautiful!

    Reply
  6. Sarah says

    August 13, 2013 at 12:03 pm

    I'm loving that retro dress too! Very pretty!

    Reply
  7. Courtney says

    August 13, 2013 at 12:07 pm

    Fun idea! I love the idea of a garden party or mad hatter tea party! Happy 30th birthday! <3

    Reply
  8. Cindy Aiton says

    August 13, 2013 at 12:58 pm

    Happy Birthday! I hope you have a lovely day. 🙂

    Reply
  9. shane says

    August 13, 2013 at 3:35 pm

    Ahh I love the retro picnic idea too cute!

    Reply
  10. TrishCF says

    August 13, 2013 at 4:07 pm

    I turned 30 too many years ago to remember what I did…that is my story and I'm sticking to it!

    Reply
  11. kellysparklesandshoes says

    August 13, 2013 at 10:28 pm

    That table is beautiful and I love the idea of a picnic!

    xx
    Kelly
    Sparkles and Shoes

    Reply
  12. Ange says

    August 14, 2013 at 2:29 am

    Love the black dress!!

    Reply
  13. Rachel G says

    August 14, 2013 at 6:01 am

    That dress is simply gorgeous! Your idea for planning a party later sounds like a good one. I'm hoping to do a surprise party for my husband's 30th next year.

    Reply
  14. slehan says

    August 15, 2013 at 12:46 am

    That will be a great party. My birthday was Monday and I had lunch at Red Lobster. Happy Birthday to us!

    slehan at juno dot com

    Reply
  15. annika - all the live long day says

    August 15, 2013 at 7:32 am

    Happy belated Birthday. Hope you had a fantastic time!

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  16. carla bonesteel says

    August 15, 2013 at 8:20 am

    These are really nice ideas…My sister and I used to have themed parties, but they were NOT girlie or pretty….I don't think you would like our ideas. LOL

    Reply
  17. Chelsea says

    August 17, 2013 at 1:34 pm

    The floral dress is so pretty!

    Reply
  18. Bri @ My Life As... says

    August 18, 2013 at 2:11 pm

    I absolutely adore the first set up!!

    Reply
  19. Mary @CapMagicalMem says

    August 18, 2013 at 2:55 pm

    I turned 40 this year but my 30 was also a bit subdued. Dinner with friends. It is all I wanted and it was great. My birthday is in July so garden parties in Houston in July would be a no-no. But a spring one would be wonderful. Love the Take a Seat Idea
    (visitng from Sweet Tea Social)

    Reply

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