England Expects: Will Blue triumph at Eurovision?
The Eurovision Song contest is here once more, and with Blue all set to win (really?), there’s never been a better time to host a Eurovision-themed party. This is the perfect opportunity to dress up in a bad outfit and dance around to some even worse music, so go mad. To avoid scoring nil points, theme your event around the different finalist countries, and you’re away.
Dress code
Dressing up is a must for a Eurovision party – the trashier the better. Think neon bad wigs, and tight ‘80s sportswear. Or you could set a specific fancy dress theme for your guests.
Nationality fancy dress – ask each person attending the party to dress up representing a specific country. And don’t be afraid to be creative with your own costume while embracing national clichés. When else could you go to a party dressed as a German sausage or a Frenchman in a striped top and beret?
Use previous acts as inspiration for your fancy dress theme. Our favourite sartorial homages to Eurovision include ABBA-esque glittered flares and Bucks Fizz-inspired removable skirts . Anyone who comes dressed as Terry Wogan gets an extra point.
If that all sounds a bit too organised for you, why not go for a bad-taste party instead? Go mad with ill-fitting clothes, hideous make-up and revolting accessories. After all, nothing says Eurovision like bad taste.
Décor
Create a montage of past contestants by pinning up pictures around the room - the tackier the better! Where else will you get to see Gina G on a wall with Sir Cliff? The BBC’s Eurovision website has some great pictures of past acts.
If you’re feeling patriotic (Blue to win?), then dig out your old Royal Wedding bunting and decorate your room in red, white and blue. Everyone will be sick of it by now, but at least you won’t have to shell out on a load of balloons.
Food
With over 40 countries to choose from, there’s a huge choice! As with everything else, the naffer the Eurovision association the better, so:
Welcome your guests with a glass of Bucks Fizz (obviously with Your Mind Up playing in the background). Bonus points if you can get Cheryl Baker to serve the drinks for you.
Ask each guest to bring along a signature dish representing a particular country. Bratwurst, and stroganoff will be big favourites this year.
While you’re recycling your Royal Wedding decorations, why not use up the leftover food too? Support Britain’s finest, Blue (again, really?) with a quintessentially English afternoon/evening tea.
If you want to skip the food and go straight for the booze (might be for the best if it looks like Blue are going to tank), make your own signature cocktails and drinks instead!.
