Throwing a party after a divorce may not be the first thing that comes to mind. Whether getting out of a dysfunctional and toxic marriage or going through an amicable breakup, divorce is one of the most difficult things a person can go through, but it’s one of the most liberating and exciting times in life. one of his too. This is a story change worth celebrating. And you’re not the only one looking to host this kind of “alt bash”. Searches for “divorce party ideas” will surge 55% in 2022, according to the latest Pinterest data.
So, once the divorce proceedings are over (and you’ve had a good cry…twice), throwing a divorce party is a great way to turn a new page in a new chapter. is also an opportunity to celebrate with the friends and family who have supported you. But before you send out your Evites, accept the ground rules of a divorce party. The most impressive and fun post-marriage analysis isn’t throwing your ex-girlfriend under the bus, but throwing an unforgettable soiree to celebrate your journey.
Now for the exciting part! Keep reading for all the inspiration you need to make a fresh start.
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throw a spa day
For those of you in need of some serious self-care, celebrating a spa day, night or weekend, is the perfect self-satisfying antidote to recent stress. You can invite a therapist or manicurist to your home and make yourself at home. Serve your favorite dish, put on your comfy robe, sit back and relax. You can even give your guests gift bags containing bath bombs and slippers.
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sleepover party
If you just want to chill out with your best friend, throw a good old slumber party with pizza, popcorn and a moving movie with a strong, empowered female lead. Get some shows about divorce. Relive the nostalgia of the good old days like you did when you were a teenager by playing fun board games and sharing your favorite celebrity (and maybe real life) crushes. please feel
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Host a chic cocktail party
Time to get fancy! Throw a chic cocktail party and raise a toast to freedom and a new life! Put on a nice little black dress and ask your guests to wear their best man. Signature cocktails and mocktails named for , served with delicious appetizers.
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become spiritual
If you prefer a more Zen approach to self-reliance and want to utilize your intuition and manifestation skills, you can opt for a spiritual party with close friends. Let’s create a vision board together to collect all the big dreams and goals you want to achieve in your post-divorce life. You can also invite a tarot card reader to guide and predict your future. Poses and ecstatic dance are great ways to release energy and express your best selves in a more gentle way.
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do something other than a wedding
Kitschy and quirky when it comes to parties? If so, throwing anything but the wedding yourself might be your jam. Here’s an opportunity. Offer a 3-tier non-wedding cake with fun images (making lemonade out of lemons, throwing out balls and chains, etc.). Your guests can also gift you non-wedding gifts like lingerie.
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throw a dance party
Sometimes you have to dance it! If you’re serious about it, hire a professional DJ or musician. Or you can create your own playlist with powerful and inspirational women like Beyoncé, Kelly Clarkson and Demi Lovato. please.
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enjoy the sweet ending
If there’s ever a time when you can indulge in the free spirit of your youth, it’s at a divorce party. Gist? An old-school candy-fueled bash, inspired by Willy Wonka. Indulge in retro favorites like Gummy Bears, Razzles and Bit-O-Honeys, or let your sweet tooth be your guide. Be sure to provide buggies for your guests so that your new beginning will be extra sweet for them too.
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go to escape room
I mean, is this a bit on the nose? yes. But that’s what makes it so much fun! Check with your local escape room company to see how many guests you can bring. Then send her Evites accordingly. If you don’t have an escape room near you, try DIY at home.
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perform a cleansing ritual
Even the most amicable breakup is bound to have a little bit of negative energy. That is, those who feel that your energy aligns with the vibe you desire for the future. Once you have decided who to ask, the local spiritual he contacts a guru or an indigenous healer to see if they offer purification rituals. They can help you intentionally deface your space properly and respectfully.
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“Reverse” Wedding Traditions
You may need to back up and find a new direction before proceeding. So why not start by ‘flipping’ a lot of wedding traditions? You can set up games where guests must face off with activities such as untying knots, jumping backwards over broomsticks, and competing to see who can blow out the Unity candle first. Oh, what’s the dress code? Everyone wears black clothes.
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pick up pieces
This sounds sadder than it actually is. In fact, this divorce party idea allows everyone to get the pieces they want to attend. It’s a puzzle party! If you don’t want your guests to feel undue pressure, just set up the puzzles on a high table for everyone to work on in their spare time while you host a more typical cocktail-her party. But if your crew is getting down on it, you can increase the intensity (and the laughs) by having your teams compete to see who can put the pieces back together the fastest.
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get out of town
It’s not a party like a 3-day party, is it? Gather your best travel companions and take a little vacation. You earned it, my friend. You might even consider booking him one of the very trendy “surprise location” trips. It will definitely establish the adventurous spirit of the next chapter.
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happy trail
This is the perfect time to throw a hoe and take off your cowgirl outfit. It makes sense. Point is, you can’t go wrong with the cowboy-themed menu and outfits.Put on your boots and eat chicken fried steak and fries. It’s going to be a wild night!
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