Masquerade Party Theme Ideas - By: Damian Jackson

The Masquerade party theme originated in Venice in the 16th century as a way for the upper classes to be promiscuous without risk of being caught. Since then the Masquerade party theme has grown to become a worldwide party theme with the help of the film Eyes Wide Shut Starring Tom Cruise.

Take a look at the following Masquerade party theme ideas to help you throw an amazing party.

1. Send out your invitations on card board cut outs of Venetian masks. Remember to state that dressing up is essential.

2. The whole essence of this party theme is to dress up as flamboyantly as possible. The point is to conceal your identity by wearing a face mask. If you a budget, you could buy in a proper Venetian face mask on the internet. If you've ever been to Venice you have seen the many many shops that specialise in making these masks and just how important they are to Venetian culture. If you on a low budget you can buy a mask from a fancy dress store or even make your own out of paper mache.

3. Consider hiring a photographer for the entrance. Your guests could have their photo taken as they arrive! The ladies would really love this and he could take many more photos as the night progressed to give your guests everlasting memories.

4. If you a budget, you could hire a string quartet. This is supposed to be a classy affair so the music should reflect that! If not then you need to go for an extremely type of music or classical.

5. As the Masquerade party theme originated in Italy, Italian food should be the food of choice. You won't get many people grumbling for that! To drink it should be champagne or wine in your best crystal glasses.

The Masquerade party theme originated in Venice in the 16th century as a way for the upper classes to be promiscuous without risk of being caught. Since then the Masquerade party theme has grown to become a worldwide party theme with the help of the film Eyes Wide Shut Starring Tom Cruise.

We have many more Masquerade Party Theme Ideas to help you throw a memorable party. The Masquerade Party Theme is a truly special event that your guests will remember forever.