As you may have heard, Baz Luhrmann's adaptation of The Great Gatsby hits the big screen on Friday. The classic novel doesn't skimp on the party scenes, and Jay Gatsby's famously decadent style has been an enduring inspiration for event planners. From dressing greeters as flappers to using mini champagne bottles in lieu of place cards, here are 13 fun ideas for 1920s-style soirees—which, we predict, will be on an upswing for the next several months.
Moët & Chandon's 'Great Gatsby' Premiere After-Party
Photo: Dave Allocca/Startraksphoto.com
Washington Ballet's Inaugural Soiree
Photo: Tony Brown/imijphoto.com
Washington Ballet's Inaugural Soiree
Photo: Tony Brown/imijphoto.com
"Love in the Air" Event at the New York Botanical Garden
Photo: Lina Jang Photographers
Wedding by Swank Productions
Photo: Sean T. Smith
Lincoln Park Zoo’s Zoo Ball: “The Great Catsby”
Photo: Photo: Alain Milotti
The Plaza's Moët & Chandon Pop-Up
Photo: Courtesy of The Park
A 1920s-Style Setup From BBJ Linen and A Perfect Event
Photo: Courtesy of a Perfect Event
A 1920s-Style Setup From Revel Decor
Photo: Carasco Photography
A 1920s-Style Setup From Revel Decor
Photo: Carasco Photography
A 1920s-Style Setup From Jewell Events Catering
Photo: Courtesy of Jewell Events Catering
The AdBall
Photo: Stefania Yarhi
American Harvest Organic Spirit Launch Party
Photo: AveryHouse