from How to Have A Romantic Holiday


Not invited to a black tie party for the holidays? Then it’s time to make your own invitation! Plan an elegant night out for just the two of you. This means true black tie spirit. Consider:

o Hiring a limo for the evening
o Renting a tux
o Arriving with flowers
o Making reservations at a restaurant the two of you have always wanted to visit but put off for "someday"
o Taking a horse-drawn carriage ride after dinner

Your imagination is your only limit on this one. Even if your budget is tight, you can plan a black tie evening in your own home. Consider:

o Hiring a caterer to deliver an elegant meal to your home
o Making dinner the night before so you won’t be tired for your big night "in"
o Having a black tie wine and cheese night
o Buying a CD with romantic piano music
o Lighting your home in candles and Christmas lights
o Chilling a bottle of bubbly
o Having an elegant meal beneath your Christmas tree

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