How to Decorate for a 1920's Speakeasy Party

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Planning a 1920's Speakeasy party? 

A real speakeasy was an illicit establishment that sold alcoholic beverages. 

They became popular in the 1920's because of prohibition, the prevention by law of the manufacture and sale of alcohol in the US that happened between 1920 and 1933. 

You can throw a Speakeasy party for many different occasions including birthdays, showers, anniversary parties, New Year's Eve. and even for a casual wedding.  They're lots of fun... especially if you have your guests dress for the occasion and decorate properly.

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​In addition to the standard Roaring Twenties party decorating fair of black, gold, and silver streamers and balloons, let us give you a few tips on how to decorate for a 1920's Speakeasy party that will have your guests talking for weeks afterward.

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Decorate the Door

Can you imagine the look of surprise on the faces of your friends as they arrive in full 20's attire and find a door that looks like it stepped right out of the twenties?

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Because of Prohibition, Speakeasies were always hidden away.  That's why it's a fun idea to decorate the door leading to the party.

​Here's a great 1920's Speakeasy door cover that I found at Amazon that will give your entrance the right look. (Did you notice the set of eyes peeking out.  It took me a minute too!) 

​But if you'd rather, you can DIY your door decorations with homemade signs.

OR buy one of these fun realistic-looking prohibition signs at Amazon and post it at the entryway to the party.

The sign says; CLOSED For Violation of National Prohibition Act by order of United States District Court.  All persons are forbidden to enter premises without order from the United States Marshal.

The idea behind decorating the entry door is to get your guests into the mood and atmosphere of a 1920's Speakeasy as soon as they arrive at the party.

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Display the House Rules

Once they're on the inside they're going to have to follow some rules.  That's just the way it is... see?  You'll want to hang this poster, or something similarly written in perfect 1920's lingo, where everyone can see it.

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Make it a Mug Shot

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If you're planning a photo op at your party, in keeping with the faux illegalities of the day, instead of a regular photo, why not make it a mug shot instead?  It's always fun and games when you create a place at the party especially for photos and selfies which become keepsakes of the event when the night is over.  Using this Mugshot backdrop makes it easy to create just the right photo memories. 

These fun criminal photo props with 20's sayings are the perfect way to make your mugshots more realistic!

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Don't forget to get some custom and personalized Speakeasy invitations!

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Find More Fun Ideas at our
1920s Speakeasy Party Ideas Pinterest Board

Have you got any of your own great ideas for a Speakeasy party?  Share your thoughts in the comments section.  We'd love to hear your ideas!