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CULTURE · May 14, 2014

5 Tips for Hosting a Spring Soirée + ( A Skinnygirl Vodka Prize Pack Giveaway!)

There are few feelings that compare to the relief I experience when the snow starts to melt and the thought of wearing floral prints no longer seems so absurd. That’s spring for you, folks.

This wonderful season rescues us from wind chill and the awkward fumbling on the subway when you try to maneuver yourself into a seat with your parka on. So, why not celebrate it? Call your best girls over for a few drinks and have yourselves a little soirée- a spring soirée!

Here are some easy tips and tricks to turning an, otherwise, regular girls’ night into a special evening:

A colour theme: A theme adds a special touch to a get-together at your house. It makes attendees feel like you’ve gone the extra mile. I chose a bright pink for my little soirée and I’ll admit, the bright punch was welcome after a season of (and lifetime of wearing) dark colours and neutrals.

Photo #1 SPRING SOIREE

Fresh & vibrantly-coloured flowers: The simplest way to enforce a colour scheme is with fresh flowers. I used gerbera daisies and tulips* because they are perfect for most occasions.

*Tip: Photos that feature fresh flowers make for the prettiest pictures.  Check our Instagram (@chicdarling), you’ll see what I mean.

Sping_soiree

Thirst quenchers: A delicious cocktail can be the best accessory to a good time. My girlfriends and I summoned spring with some Pretty Pomegranate Fizz, made with Skinnygirl Cherry Flavoured Vodka. The drinks were colourful, flavourful and it was a first-time-tasting for me. Everyone looked terribly classy with these deep red cocktails in hand!

 

Photo #3 SPRING SOIREE

  Give em’ something to remember: Whether it’s a Polaroid of the night or a sweet treat for the road, a token of appreciation for your guests makes a lasting impression. I wrapped these sweet treats in a small cellophane bag tied with twine. Homemade pink chocolate chip and toffee cookies go a long way!

Photo #4 SPRING SOIREE

Dress for the occasion: I am a believer in dressing down if I’m spending an evening at my girlfriend’s house. However, it can be loads of fun slipping into your first spring dress of the season without fearing the dreaded cold-on-bare-legs issue. I sported this pleated number with a charming, small palm tree print on it. Go ahead- get fancy.

  It doesn’t take much to make an evening feel special. After the winter we’ve had, it’s fair to say we all need a little spring awakening. These little touches will be sure to do the trick. Now, go get your spring soirée on!  

In order to help you get started, we’re giving away the following gift pack! Be sure to enter below!

 

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3. The contest closes at 11:59 PST on May 25, 2014. The winner will be selected randomly and will be notified by e-mail.

4. Contest open to readers in Canada only AND winners must be 19 years of age or older.

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Comments

  1. Maureen says

    May 14, 2014 at 9:31 AM

    Being outdoors and going for walks with my husband after dinner.

    Reply
  2. amanda Reid says

    May 14, 2014 at 9:54 AM

    Looking forward to being able to wear flirty skirts and sandals and not freeze! So excited!

    Reply
  3. Jonnie says

    May 14, 2014 at 10:24 AM

    I’m looking forward to being more active outside this spring. It was a really long, cold winter!

    Reply
  4. laura @ scribbles and sass says

    May 14, 2014 at 10:36 AM

    the improvement in weather! can’t wait for spring blooms and sunshine!

    Reply
  5. Danielle says

    May 14, 2014 at 11:15 AM

    I’m most looking forward to wearing dresses after this LONG winter

    Reply
  6. Suzanne G says

    May 14, 2014 at 12:31 PM

    I am most excited about getting outside and tending to my flower beds.

    Reply
  7. Kristina says

    May 14, 2014 at 1:17 PM

    I’m looking forward putting some color on my toes & wearing sandals!

    Reply
  8. Ashley Bree Perez says

    May 14, 2014 at 1:21 PM

    Looking forward to warmer weather (:

    Reply
  9. susan says

    May 14, 2014 at 2:14 PM

    Warmth! And new shoes. Definitely new shoes.

    Reply
  10. Morgan says

    May 14, 2014 at 2:30 PM

    I am sooo looking forward to the longer, sunnier evenings and skirts, dresses, florals…oh, and giving my apartment a good clean!

    Reply
  11. Megan Joy says

    May 14, 2014 at 2:32 PM

    I am looking forward to finally having some warm weather 🙂

    Reply
  12. ginette4 says

    May 14, 2014 at 2:33 PM

    All the beautiful flowers that come up and putting away the boots and winter coats

    Reply
  13. Rajbinder Kaur says

    May 14, 2014 at 2:35 PM

    Just being outdoors more this spring, so ready to ride my new bike! cheers!

    Reply
  14. Erin Bury says

    May 14, 2014 at 2:37 PM

    I’m most looking forward to patio drinks! I’m a vodka & diet coke kind of girl, so would love to try the Skinnygirl brand 🙂

    Reply
  15. Gina M says

    May 14, 2014 at 3:24 PM

    I am looking forward to reading on my lounge chair on the deck.

    Entered the rafflecopter form as “Wild Orchid”

    Thanks for the chance to win!
    wildorchid985 at gmail dot com

    Reply
  16. mir&a says

    May 14, 2014 at 3:38 PM

    hiking!

    Reply
  17. Anne Taylor says

    May 14, 2014 at 4:54 PM

    I’m looking forward to more days at the beach with my grandchildren!

    Reply
  18. Cynthia G says

    May 14, 2014 at 6:29 PM

    My BFF wedding and then my brothers wedding a lot to be happy for 🙂

    Reply
  19. Francine says

    May 14, 2014 at 6:52 PM

    open-toed shoes & pedicures!

    Reply
  20. Carol M (Lushka S) says

    May 14, 2014 at 7:33 PM

    Sitting out on the patios enjoying food and drinks

    Reply
  21. KittyPride says

    May 14, 2014 at 7:37 PM

    Enjoying the warmer weather and spending time outside with family and friends

    Reply
  22. Lindsay says

    May 14, 2014 at 7:42 PM

    The sun and not having to wear a ton of layers!

    Reply
  23. Toks W says

    May 14, 2014 at 7:46 PM

    Patio weather and drinks with friends!

    Reply
  24. Brenda Penton says

    May 14, 2014 at 8:16 PM

    I am looking forward to my flowers growing and the warmer weather.

    Reply
  25. Cathy C says

    May 14, 2014 at 8:20 PM

    BBQ’s and eating outdoors!

    Reply
  26. Doris H. says

    May 14, 2014 at 8:25 PM

    I am mostly looking forward to nice weather to spend more time outside.

    Reply
  27. jennifer lucas says

    May 14, 2014 at 8:25 PM

    I am looking forward to relaxing on the patio with friends and family sipping cocktails while enjoying a bbq.

    Reply
  28. Mary says

    May 14, 2014 at 8:37 PM

    I’m looking forward to wearing pretty shoes…go away snow 😉

    Reply
  29. angela m says

    May 14, 2014 at 9:28 PM

    I am looking forward to going to the beach and picnics
    thanks

    Reply
  30. suzi says

    May 14, 2014 at 10:43 PM

    Sitting out and just enjoying the sunshine!

    Reply
  31. tiffany says

    May 14, 2014 at 11:50 PM

    Trips up north to the cottage with friends and my dog (my beloved sidekick)!!!

    Reply
  32. Amy C says

    May 15, 2014 at 12:24 AM

    I’m looking forward to fresh vegetables out of the garden.

    Reply
  33. Danielle D says

    May 15, 2014 at 11:05 AM

    Patio drinks!

    Reply
  34. Jen C AKA @JusticeSadie says

    May 15, 2014 at 1:09 PM

    Warm weather and Patio parties

    Reply
  35. Lisa Neutel says

    May 15, 2014 at 2:02 PM

    I’m looking forward to new flowers and working in my yard

    Reply
  36. Natalie says

    May 15, 2014 at 3:06 PM

    I’m most excited about getting back outside and seeing gorgeous, colourful flowers instead of dirty, slushy snow

    Reply
  37. AmyS says

    May 15, 2014 at 3:36 PM

    I cannot wait until we can wear cute open-toes shoes. It has been too cold in Nova Scotia!

    Reply
  38. MrDisco says

    May 15, 2014 at 9:45 PM

    i’m looking forward to wearing flip flops again

    Reply
  39. J says

    May 15, 2014 at 10:36 PM

    Sun and fun

    Reply
  40. Rebby says

    May 16, 2014 at 12:20 AM

    I’m so looking forward to gardening!

    Reply
  41. Lin C. says

    May 16, 2014 at 2:15 AM

    I can’t wait for patio season and glasses of skinny girls.

    Reply
  42. Geoff C. says

    May 16, 2014 at 2:33 AM

    My buddies and I love this wine. Guys can like this yummy wine right?

    Reply
  43. Kevin G. says

    May 16, 2014 at 2:36 AM

    My gf’s favourite wine. She’ll love this which means I’ll love this .

    Reply
  44. Wai C. says

    May 16, 2014 at 2:57 AM

    Oh gosh, I love to have this by the beach. Looking forward to this.

    Reply
  45. lisa bolduc says

    May 16, 2014 at 10:17 AM

    I am looking forward to having dinner on a patio

    Reply
  46. Mark V. says

    May 16, 2014 at 10:35 AM

    just spending time outdoors without having to bundle up.

    Reply
  47. Choo Choo says

    May 16, 2014 at 10:38 AM

    We’re definitely looking forward to having BBQ dinners! Taking leisure strolls without worrying about the temperature is also amazing.

    Reply
  48. joy says

    May 16, 2014 at 2:27 PM

    warm sunny days and long pleasant evenings

    Reply
  49. Jenny says

    May 16, 2014 at 2:32 PM

    The nice weather

    Reply
  50. SUMMER PLEWES says

    May 16, 2014 at 4:04 PM

    Honestly, just the warmer weather. This winter was horrible and cold and unrelenting. I am looking forward to warm days!!

    Reply
  51. Sunshine G says

    May 16, 2014 at 5:00 PM

    Daffodils and vegetables growing in the garden!

    Reply
  52. Stephanie Grant says

    May 16, 2014 at 5:35 PM

    What I love most about spring is the warmer weather and beautiful blooming flowers.

    Reply
  53. LaCuisineHelene says

    May 16, 2014 at 8:00 PM

    Being outside and enjoying BBQs and family.

    Reply
  54. Renee LeBlanc says

    May 16, 2014 at 8:11 PM

    I can’t wait to finish my garden so I can start entertaining outside!!!

    Reply
  55. Karla Sceviour says

    May 16, 2014 at 9:55 PM

    warm weather

    Reply
  56. jen s. says

    May 17, 2014 at 10:59 AM

    not having to bundle up in layers each morning and enjoying the sun and more outdoor activity

    Reply
  57. Jen Conlin says

    May 17, 2014 at 11:17 AM

    Summer Nights With Drinks Food & BBQ on the patio and Garden Season

    Reply
  58. Karine says

    May 17, 2014 at 12:15 PM

    Summer plans, travels, fun being outside 🙂

    Reply
  59. maria says

    May 17, 2014 at 12:32 PM

    Being able to spend more time outdoors

    Reply
  60. Erika E says

    May 17, 2014 at 2:38 PM

    I’m looking forward to spending lots of time outdoors.

    Reply
  61. SanDee says

    May 17, 2014 at 3:19 PM

    Oh I LOVE LOVE LOVE this prize pack!

    Reply
  62. Melissa Valmonte says

    May 18, 2014 at 12:18 PM

    running weather 🙂

    Reply
  63. heidi c. says

    May 18, 2014 at 8:32 PM

    I am looking forward to the nice weather and showing off my pedi in my new sandals!

    Reply
  64. Megan F. says

    May 18, 2014 at 11:04 PM

    Getting outside is what I am looking forward to in the spring!

    Reply
  65. Jeannie says

    May 19, 2014 at 12:10 PM

    I am looking forward to the warmer weather so I don’t have to bundle up anymore!

    Reply
  66. Amy Heffernan says

    May 19, 2014 at 2:49 PM

    The warmer weather and BBQ’s!~

    Reply
  67. May says

    May 19, 2014 at 3:43 PM

    I am looking forward to my garden blooming!

    Reply
  68. Haley says

    May 19, 2014 at 5:19 PM

    Looking forward to sitting outside and enjoying the sun on our front step with our awesome neighbours.

    Reply
  69. Tina L. says

    May 19, 2014 at 8:45 PM

    I’m looking forward to warmer weather and be able to go outside without having to bundle up.

    Reply
  70. Dayna Wilson says

    May 19, 2014 at 10:11 PM

    BBQing with friends.

    Reply
  71. Cassey C says

    May 20, 2014 at 3:33 AM

    Im looking forward to the beach!

    Reply
  72. Katie C says

    May 20, 2014 at 10:09 AM

    BBQ and gardening 🙂

    Reply
  73. Lori Jackson says

    May 20, 2014 at 12:33 PM

    bbq’s and watching my veggies grow!

    Reply
  74. Adeline Chan says

    May 20, 2014 at 2:56 PM

    I’m most looking forward to wearing dresses and heels and sipping on cocktails on patios this spring!!! 😀

    Reply
  75. Pat B says

    May 20, 2014 at 4:59 PM

    the warmer weather – I HATE wearing shoes ……..prefer barefoot or sandals non-stop until fall………

    Reply
  76. Ei Leen says

    May 20, 2014 at 7:03 PM

    Warmer weather & the flowers blooming

    Reply
  77. Nicole says

    May 20, 2014 at 9:59 PM

    I’m looking forward to shopping at my neighbourhood farmers market again.

    Reply
  78. Angela Mitchell says

    May 21, 2014 at 1:38 AM

    I’m most looking forward to warmer weather, sunshine, and more walk and hikes.

    Reply
  79. lori b says

    May 21, 2014 at 10:46 AM

    i love gardening and spending time outdoors

    Reply
  80. tanyab79 says

    May 21, 2014 at 1:14 PM

    flowers blossoming and the snow melting and bring on the warm weather.

    Reply
  81. nicolthepickle says

    May 21, 2014 at 1:27 PM

    My tulips blooming and spending time outside.

    Reply
  82. Kristine Ewald says

    May 21, 2014 at 5:24 PM

    Spending time outside with my kids and gardening!

    Reply
  83. Lisa Marshall says

    May 21, 2014 at 5:45 PM

    Wearing cute sandals!

    Reply
  84. Erika says

    May 21, 2014 at 7:07 PM

    Going for walks outside!

    Reply
  85. Sarah at Journeys of The Zoo says

    May 22, 2014 at 12:36 AM

    Besides Spring like weather, I’m looking forward to planting my garden.

    Besos, Sarah
    Blogger at Journeys of The Zoo

    Reply
  86. Mommy Outside says

    May 22, 2014 at 12:43 AM

    Fishing of course!

    Reply
  87. Colleen says

    May 22, 2014 at 12:20 PM

    I’m looking forward to spending weekends out of Toronto!

    Reply
  88. Emma Bartlett says

    May 22, 2014 at 1:43 PM

    can’t wait to get outside to the parks with the kids and to open the windows and let the spring fresh air in

    Reply
  89. Michelle Janzso says

    May 22, 2014 at 2:10 PM

    Warmer weather!

    Reply
  90. Andrea Amy says

    May 22, 2014 at 5:27 PM

    no snow 🙂 At least for a few months lol

    Reply
  91. Eldon says

    May 22, 2014 at 11:19 PM

    Looking forward to the beach!

    Reply
  92. Maggie C says

    May 23, 2014 at 7:22 AM

    patio weather!

    Reply
  93. Rhonda W G. says

    May 23, 2014 at 5:28 PM

    I love getting planters/flowers!

    Reply

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