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Posted on 17 Oct 2008

Gather the party planning committee and break out the eggnog -- as the corporate holiday party invitations roll out, the pressure mounts for you to throw the best office party yet. In case you and your party planning elves need a little inspiration, read on for some creative ideas for business Christmas party invitations, food, drink and d?r that will make this one Jingle Bell Rockin' holiday party!

While company parties rarely have a defined theme, it's important to establish the tone of your event so employees can anticipate the atmosphere of the party. Choose a corporate holiday party invitation that reflects the desired ambiance of the event. For a classic cocktail party, a bold business holiday party invitation in classic colors establishes a sophisticated tone. A fun and funky snowman or colorful Christmas tree corporate holiday party invitation offers a more casual feel, while fun prints in traditional colors on charming company holiday party invitations fall somewhere in between.

Whatever atmosphere you promise attendees on your corporate holiday party invitations, make absolutely sure you follow through with matching decorations and delightful delicacies. For an upscale touch, stick with silver and gold decorations like garland, white Christmas lights and metallic tablecloths throughout the room. Small bites like shrimp, canap?and crudit? festive, fizzy drinks and melodic piano music or classic Christmas songs complete the traditional event. Be sure to put the drink table on one side of the room and the food on the other to encourage guests to move about and mingle.

If your business holiday party invitation promises a more relaxed atmosphere, use blue and white d?r to create a winter wonderland instead of the same old red and green themes. You can serve more casual appetizers as well, including dyed-green marshmallow treat wreaths and peppermint cocoa. Also, take this opportunity to include fun games in the event, like Christmas carol karaoke or an ornament gift exchange.

Decking your cubicle walls might not be as exciting as decking the halls, but with a little creativity and some chic business holiday party invitations, you can celebrate in style at this year's office party!

Katie is a writer for http://www.tinyprints.com - Tiny Prints is an online stationer where you can find unique & stylish personalized baby photo birth announcements, birthday party invitations, holiday cards, thank you cards & more!