How to Host a Château-Worthy Party at Home: My Galentine’s Soirée Party Plan
- Innasya Mackenzie
- 22 hours ago
- 3 min read
A Galentine's Soirée in Collaboration with Àerre
To host a château-worthy party at home, is not as impossible as it may seem.
Use my Galentine's Soirée party plan as a guide for your 2026 galentine's celebrations.
Vintage Romance Meets Modern Femininity: The Vibe
Think 1950s–60s hostess energy with a contemporary softness.
Mood references:
Old Hollywood dressing rooms
powder compacts
silk slips
handwritten notes
vanity tables
Paris apartments at dusk
The Dress Code: Vintage-esque
Dress code:
Vintage-inspired glam
Soft waves or pin curls
Red, berry, or nude lips
Silk, satin, lace, corsetry
Pearls, gold hoops, kitten heels
The Invitation
Every guest deserves a proper invitation to an event.
Access my invitation & customise it to suit your event: The Invitation (make a copy to edit)
Styling & Décor (Vintage-Led)
Colour palette:
Ivory, champagne, blush, dusty rose, muted gold
Key décor pieces:
Lace or linen tablecloth
Taper candles in brass holders
Vintage-style glassware (coupe glasses are perfect)
Antique mirrors (or mirror trays)
Soft florals: roses, ranunculus, baby’s breath
Old books or fashion magazines stacked on tables
Ribbon-tied napkins
Access & customise my place cards here: Place Card Template
Aerre Fragrance Moments (Vintage Twist)
Make fragrance feel like an old ritual, not a launch.
1. Love Letter
A Love Letter to the Scent
Writing private love letters to the fragrance we’ve chosen — as if it’s a companion, a mood, a version of ourselves.
Prompt cards:
This scent feels like…
I’d wear this at…
This reminds me of…
More to come as you continue reading.
2. Signature Scent Choice
Each guest chooses:
“My Galentine’s Scent”
They spray it before dinner — a collective ritual moment.
3. Take-Home Detail
Mini sample tied with lace ribbon + handwritten note.
Food Menu (Classic & Feminine)
Serve everything on plates and trays — no packets.