Create the glamor and excitement of a James Bond movie by hosting a Casino Royale themed party. This article lists the steps you should follow to create a unique party experience that your guests will always remember.
Glamor theme or fancy dress?
Casino Royale themed parties can be either a formal occasion or a more casual costume party.
A formal option means guests wear tuxedos and evening gowns, and should be set in an equally glamorous setting. This is a party with the class! Guests are made to feel like they have come to an exclusive European casino where they are rich and famous and money is no obstacle. Don’t forget that the waiters offer champagne and canapés to enhance the experience!
If your budget doesn’t stretch to a formal version, you can always host a Casino Royale party by turning it into a fancy dress. Ask guests to dress up as characters from any James Bond adventure. Ideoita naisille ovat Miss Mata Bond, Vappu, Pussy Galore, Vespa Lynd, Rosa Klebb, Jinx tai yleisempiä hahmoja, kuten Decoding Room -tyttö tai venäläinen kätyri. Of course, you don’t want all men to become James Bond, so offer suggestions such as Odd Job, Doctor No, Baron Samedi, Jaws, and Emilio Largo.
If you want a combination of these two ideas, you can choose an op-shop or vintage formal dress. This is more tongue-in-cheek glamour, perhaps allowing customers to recreate some of the 1960s-style formal wear from the Bond films.
No matter which costume option you choose, be sure to mention it clearly on the invitation so all guests can join in on the fun!
You invite to the Casino Royale party
Casino Royale themed party invitations can be a fun DIY project or can be purchased through specialist invitation designers. You might want to try a design using the iconic 007 gun barrel image as a background, or decorate a simple invitation with the Casino Royale movie title or 007 logo.
Another design option would be to recreate the look of the 1960s Casino Royale book cover. This would be especially effective in a vintage formal Casino Royale dress.
Shaken, not mixed
Casino Royale theme parties should focus on appetizers. Biting finger foods are easier for guests to handle while standing around casino tables unless you’re serving a sit-down meal before the game starts.
Drinks should of course include a “shaken, not stirred” Martini, and don’t forget the champagne. Use your imagination and create a cocktail list of drinks with James Bond-style names.
Casino Royale Casino games
Baccarat was James Bond’s favorite casino game in Ian Fleming’s novels, but as Texas Hold ‘Em grew in popularity in the early 2000s, in the latest Casino Royale adaptation, James Bond played poker. Both games are great for Casino Royale themed parties, but guests can also enjoy traditional casino favorites – blackjack and roulette.
There are companies that offer casino tables and croupiers for party rentals. Of course, you’re limiting yourself to only those in your area, but when making a decision about which company to hire, make sure you’re getting the best service. Choose the company that offers the most realistic looking tables and equipment. Don’t settle for felt arrangements thrown over trestle tables – this is hardly Casino Royale style! Chips and cards must look good and be in good condition, and the roulette wheel (if you rent one) must be casino size, 32 inches in diameter. Anything less looks like a toy and detracts from your guests’ casino experience.
It is equally important to ensure that the Croupiers hired for your party are fully experienced and have excellent customer service and entertainment skills. The experiences of previous customers give a good picture of this. If names are mentioned in the testimonials, specifically ask that staff member to attend your party. The equipment may look great, but at the end of the day Croupiers are helping and entertaining your guests, so you want the best available!
Angelique Kelly is the CEO of OMG Gaming and Entertainment. With years of experience in the casino industry as a Croupier and guest host, he knows what the general public enjoys most about playing casino games. He uses this knowledge to create great customer experiences at private casino parties in Australia.