Ashley of The Graceful Host is all about the music. "Music sets the tone for your party. It’s an important – and often overlooked - part of the party planning prep. Think about creating a playlist or perhaps hiring a musician to create the desired mood of your event. You won’t want to miss a great opportunity to keep your guests entertained! Consider creating a playlist with the theme of your party in mind, or blasting some of your guests favorite artists to keep the party going all night long!

Dreams – Fleetwood Mac
I Love It – Icona Pop
Girls Chase Boys – Ingrid Michaelson
Anything Could Happen – Ellie Goulding
Summertime Sadness – Lana Del Rey
Say You’ll Be There – Spice Girls
Toes – Zac Brown Band
Sideways – Dierks Bentley
Sexy Back – Justin Timberlake
Sweet Child O’Mine – Guns N Roses

Planning Tip: If you’re in a time crunch, enlist the help of a music-loving friend to help you gather together a fun playlist that reflects the mood of your party. Just because you’re the hostess doesn’t mean that you have to shoulder the responsibility of every single to-do! Don’t be afraid to ask for help." - The Graceful Host - Ashley Cash