12 Hosting Tips Every Twentysomething Should Know By Now

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1. Be sure to have a signature drink on hand.

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Glam it UP with a crazy straw or piece of fresh fruit and make it seasonal!

2. A groovetastic party playlist is CLUTCH!

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Pop sensations + nostalgic sing-alongs = GOLD.

3. Have your friends take their shoes off.

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Unless you don't mind cleaning for days and days and days.

4. Tasty food trumps fancy food.

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You'll always win over your guests with unique and delicious options.

5. Light something that smells nice.

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To cover up any unwanted stenches creepin' out from under the sink.

6. Have games ready to be played in the living room.

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You're never too old for Taboo or Apples to Apples.

7. Be prepared for someone to break something.

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Sooooooo hide those expensive china teacups Grandma Shirley gifted you for Christmas last year.

8. There's no such thing as too much wine.

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Words that Karen lives by.

9. Know your audience!

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If you're mixing friend groups, make sure to introduce everyone to each other so that there's not any awkwardness.

10. Options will make everyone happy.

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Healthy treats for your granola friends and sweet treats for the kids at heart. Maybe even a gluten-free option for Sarah.

11. Always have a stain remover readily available.

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Just in case Diane "spills" pinot on Gilbert's polo.

12. Capture the moment.

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Make sure someone's snappin' shots to make it a night to remember!