Being a good host is not easy - you have to take care of all the arrangements for the party, all the while ensuring that you yourself have a good time. Whether it's the guest list, the music, the food or the drinks - you're solely responsible for it all. While everything has to go right for the party to be a hit, it only takes one screw-up for things to go wrong. In short, a lot goes into being a good host and ensuring that everyone has a great time. So to help our party freaks out there ensure that they throw a kickass party, here are five party tips you should swear by.  

1) Make Sure You Have Quality Wireless Speakers At Home 

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Music is kind of the make-it or break-it element of any party. As such, if you want to throw a successful party that most people will remember (and for all the right reasons), then you need to invest in the best portable Bluetooth speakers out there. When looking for such speakers, keep in mind the brand you are opting for, the wireless range of the speakers (you don't want the dancing to be confined to one particular room) and the battery life you'll be getting out of them. Keeping these factors in mind will surely help you make an informed and smart choice.  

Pro tip: JBL and Boat come out with premium portable speakers that are budget friendly as well. 

2) Make Sure You Have All The Bar Accessories You'll Need   

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While you don't necessarily need alcohol to throw a great party, if you and your friends happen to like your whiskey neat and your beers cold, then you need to ensure that you have all the bar accessories you need with you. So make sure you have bottle openers, shot glasses, peg measurers and chilling rocks (look them up) at your disposal. 

Pro tip: You can check out these amazing deals on Amazon on bar accessories to help yourself prepare for your next party! 

3) Be Presentable From Head To Toe 

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A host needs to look presentable - even if it's for a party that only your closest friends would be attending. So make sure you have the best trimmers to groom your beard, the best hair waxes to fix your hair, and the best perfumes for men  to smell your absolute best. 

Pro tip: There's a reason why smart-casual blazers are trending right now.   

4) Stock On Food And Drinks Beforehand 

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Running out of food or drinks is perhaps the biggest cardinal sin a host can make. So always stock on them beforehand by making sure you have enough to cater to more than just the number of people you've invited. 

Pro tip: Storing on extra food and drinks will also help you be prepared for the unexpected plus ones (sometimes just unavoidable) who might show up. 

5) Finally, Be Prepared For Any Potential Screw Up 

As the saying goes, prevention is better than cure. Any potential screw up, if not properly planned for, can singularly ruin any party. So plan in advance for unexpected power outages, friends who get too sloshed, broken furniture (in case the party gets too wild), and annoying neighbours.