How to Host the Perfect New Year’s Eve Celebration
As the year draws to a close, there’s no better way to welcome in the New Year than by hosting a memorable, stylish celebration. For those planning a New Year's Eve gathering, setting the right tone is key, and achieving that perfect ambience can be made easy with the right furniture and tableware. Allens Hire offers everything you need to host a party that will impress your guests, from comfortable seating and chic glassware to on-trend tableware. Here’s your guide to the must-hire essentials for the ultimate New Year’s Eve bash, plus the trends to keep an eye on in 2025.
1. Choose the Right Furniture to Set the Scene
When it comes to creating a festive atmosphere, your choice of furniture plays a critical role. Whether you’re hosting a small, intimate gathering or a larger, lively party, Allens Hire has a range of options to suit any space and style. Here are some popular choices for furniture hire:
Lounging Zones: For a more relaxed vibe, consider setting up comfortable lounge areas. Our black and white lounge concept furniture add a touch of luxury to any event. In particular, the Lismore and Collingwood collections add sophistication and glamour to your venue, perfect for those parties that carry on well into the night.
Sleek Bar Stools & Poseur Tables: For those looking to create a party atmosphere with a cocktail or drinks bar, Allens Hire offers sleek bar stools and poseur tables that encourage mingling. Chrome finishes and minimalist designs are popular for a modern, sophisticated look.
Dining Tables & Chairs: If a seated dinner is part of your event, consider hiring rustic trestle tables and matching chairs including bentwood, crossback and rustic wood folding chairs. This year, organic materials and earthy tones are very much in vogue, with wood and metal combinations creating a refined, yet inviting atmosphere.
2. Tableware and Glassware to Make a Statement
The details matter when it comes to your tablescape, and Allens Hire offers a vast selection of glassware, cutlery, and china to create a stunning setting. Here’s how to set the perfect New Year’s Eve table:
Elegant Glassware: Choose glassware that reflects the sophistication of your event. Glasses with gold rims are trending for New Year’s Eve, like our Regency Gold glassware, adding a touch of festive elegance. A mix of champagne flutes, wine glasses, and tumblers ensures guests are well-equipped to enjoy every toast and drink choice. The party of the year calls for a glass range that makes a statement. We recommend choosing something from Riedel, such as the Veloce or Performance range. All of the glasses are grape specific meaning the flavours of the wine will be at it’s absolute best when drinking from these glasses. If you are serving some New Year’s cocktails, the Bar range from Riedel is the ideal choice.
Chic China and Tableware: Opt for stylish china plates and serving dishes to elevate the dining experience. Matte black or muted finishes are particularly trendy and offer a contemporary feel. Try the Villeroy and Boch Rock Black Shale plate or Jars Celest plate, Alternatively, if you’re going for a more classic look, white china with subtle detailing or edging in gold or silver creates a timeless, sophisticated backdrop for your food. For this look, our exclusive William Edwards Gold and Silver plates are the perfect choice. For something with a subtle hint of gold or silver, opt for goldline or platinum ring china.
Statement Cutlery: Cutlery can make or break a table setting, so choose wisely. Allens Hire offers a variety of options, from polished silverware for a classic feel to gold cutlery for a modern twist. Gold cutlery has become particularly popular this year and is expected to remain a strong trend into 2025, bringing a luxe feel to any table setting with Versailles Gold Cutlery from Sambonet.
3. Embrace On-Trend Décor Styles for 2025
Style-savvy hosts should look for inspiration in the latest décor trends, which offer a glimpse into what’s likely to dominate New Year’s celebrations and beyond:
Art Deco Revival: Inspired by the opulence of the 1920s, Art Deco elements are making a comeback, with geometric patterns, bold colours, and metallic finishes creating a glamorous atmosphere. Look for table linens and barware in striking colours like midnight blue or deep burgundy, paired with gold accents.
Sustainable Chic: Sustainability is set to be one of 2025’s biggest trends. From reusable décor to eco-friendly tableware, many are choosing a ‘greener’ New Year’s Eve. Hiring equipment from Allens means you’re making a choice that reduces waste. Instead of relying on single-use plastics or purchasing new equipment for a one-off event, you can hire high-quality, reusable items from us. Everything from cutlery to furniture is cleaned and prepared for reuse, ready for your event and the next.
Moody Minimalism: For a more modern and understated look, the moody minimalism trend is on the rise. This aesthetic uses darker, moodier colours with clean lines and subtle details. Think black and dark grey tableware paired with dark wood furniture and minimal, elegant candlelight.
4. Don’t Forget the Little Extras
Beyond the basics, there are a few extra elements that will make your party unforgettable. These finishing touches ensure your guests feel cared for and enhance the festive atmosphere:
Platters, Servers and Champagne Buckets: Ensure you have plenty of serving options for everything from appetisers to main courses. Champagne buckets and wine coolers are essential for keeping drinks chilled throughout the evening.
Candles and Lighting: Create ambience with carefully selected lighting. Candles are always a hit, especially in hurricane lanterns or candelabras. Allens Hire offers various candle stick and candelabra options, to set the perfect mood.
Plan Your Celebration with Allens Hire
Hiring from Allens Hire makes preparing for your New Year’s Eve party convenient and seamless. With an extensive selection of furniture, tableware, and style options, you can create a celebration that’s both on-trend and uniquely yours. Our flexible hire options, reliable service, and range of styles will help make this New Year’s Eve a night to remember.
Ready to plan the perfect New Year’s Eve celebration? Order online or contact us today to get the party essentials you need, and ring in 2025 with style.
