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Practically Magic: A Guide to the Perfect Practical Magic Party ๐Ÿˆโ€โฌ›

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Here is my guide to the perfect witchy event down to the cobweb ๐Ÿ•ธ๏ธ๐Ÿˆโ€โฌ› This was the perfect party as a September Libra celebrating with an October Libra โ™Ž๏ธ
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Setting the Vibe: ๐Ÿ’Œ ๐ŸŽถ ๐ŸŽฅ

The invite sets the tone of the party and the music keeps it going! Here is what I recommend. A little bonus tip: playing the movie with subtitles while also playing music ๐ŸŽถ
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This is the easiest collaborative invite app I have ever used. My friend invited me to collab and we were both able to add our personal touches. Sending directly to our guest list! Why I recommend: 1. The collaboration feature 2. Easy use 3. The r...
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Curated playlist? Yes please! If you arenโ€™t already on Spotify creating group playlists what are you doing?? I love that multiple people can oversee and edit the playlist.
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The star of the show! We plan to keep the movie on for the duration of the party and have the audio off with subtitles. ๐Ÿฟ ๐ŸŽฅ We will have our playlist going for vibes ๐ŸŽถ
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Signiture Cocktails ๐Ÿน๐Ÿธ๐Ÿฅ‚๐Ÿพ

As most Practical Magic fans know the ladies make Midnight Margaritas! So curating midnight margaritas and other magical drinks was crucial. I chose three drinks, which was reasonable to manage for a group of 15!
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The Catherine Martin Midnight Creatures Moth Cocktail Shaker is a must buy. As far as shakers go it is the perfect size for a large group. We were able to make around 4-5 portions at a time!
Catherine Martin Midnight Creatures Moth Cocktail Shaker
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The way I snatched up the last four of these on my actual birthday September 29th right after they marked them down. It was divine intervention. I love the size and weight of these glasses. So glad I purchased!
Catherine Martin Midnight Creatures Decaled Double Old Fashioned Glass
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The drinks were outstanding! The corpse reviver was absolutely delicious. I love a fruity cocktail! ๐Ÿ’ the first photo is from the party!
Crimson Corpse Reviver Cocktail โ€” Drinking with Chickens- craft cocktail recipes in 2025 | Fancy drinks, Halloween cocktails, Halloween drinks
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I ordered activated charcoal to mix with the salt and to create the darker color. It was absolutely delicious and fit the vibe perfectly!
Black Margarita in 2025 | Easy halloween party food, Delicious margaritas, Black food coloring
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The blackberry liqueur was the perfect touch! Adding bartender to the resume! I loved the detail of the cherry or blackberry garnish!
Halloween Cocktails: 17 Spooky Halloween Cocktail Recipes - | Halloween cocktail recipes, Halloween cocktails, Halloween food dinner

The Fit : Dress Code ๐Ÿ–ค

This eventโ€™s dress code all things witchy ๐Ÿ–ค Megan naturally has Sandra Bullock hair so I had to find a wig to create the full Nicole Kidman look. Listing inspo below:
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I was skeptical about getting a wig on Amazon, but the part made it look so realistic! I loved the cut and color!
Eawwii 26in Long Ginger Wig with Bangs
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I just ordered this skirt despite the party being this past weekend! I love the deep red and the slit in the front.
Celandine Puckered Side-Slit Maxi Skirt
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A witchy Stevie Nicks dream of a dress ๐Ÿฆโ€โฌ› ๐Ÿ–ค๐Ÿˆโ€โฌ› The corset detail is everything. Structured and feminine! My favorite detail is the texture from the floral pattern and the velvet.
Mare Mare Emmy Burnout Velvet Maxi Dress
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A sleek witch! I am obsessed with thr straps and gold hardware.
By Anthropologie Sleeveless Square-Neck Knit Midi Dress
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WITCHY BALLET ๐Ÿฉฐ I love the corset look without the pain of a true corset.
BHLDN Tulle Corset Fit & Flare Dress

Wonderfully Witchy Dรฉcor ๐Ÿ•ท๏ธ๐Ÿ•ธ๏ธ

My house is already eclectic so additional decoration adds the perfect touch! I went to Anthropologie and the Dollar Store (drastically different stores lol) to curate the perfect look!
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I got the red w/ gold spiders on sale from Anthro! They are truly the perfect shade of red. Canโ€™t wait to light them!! I also love the snakes and owls.
Mystic Icon Taper Candles, Set of 2: Spider Edition
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The perfect serving platter! Works for so many things and has a cute lil bat ๐Ÿฆ‡ I love the size of the platter for a group of 10-15!
Bat Stoneware Serving Platter
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I love subtle decor! This is precious! The spiders are so sweet ๐Ÿ•ท๏ธI would have also gotten the glasses, but I chose the moth glasses pictured below!
Catherine Martin Midnight Creatures Cobweb Tray
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Adding to my stemware for a suble witchy moment!
Catherine Martin Midnight Creatures Wine Charms
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I consider every element a part of decor especially the plating for a party. In love with the moth print!
Catherine Martin Midnight Creatures Stoneware Dessert Plate
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I got my table runner from the Dollar Store, but for a quality piece here is a similar runner from Target!
14"x48" Lace Halloween Table Runner - Hyde and EEK! Boutiqueโ„ข
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How cute is this! My roomie threw this corner together. Just $1.25 for the web!
Seasonal Collection Spider Web with Plastic Spiders, 2-oz. Bag
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