Lisa Vanderpump's Entertaining Guide: How to Be the Perfect Hostess

The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star shares her top tips for throwing an event at home

By EOL Staff, Sponsored by I Can't Believe It's Not Butter Jun 25, 2013 10:27 PMTags
Watch: Lisa Vanderpump's Entertaining Guide: Hosting

When it comes to hosting a party, Lisa Vanderpump is a total pro.

After all, The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star and chic restaurateur is constantly organizing sensantional social functions for her esteemed network of friends and colleagues for every occasion, and makes every event a grand affair.

We sat down with the British beauty to learn her best tips for executing a grandiose gathering with ease.

"You should always have more people in a room than you'd anticipate," she advises when selecting the venue and arrangement of decor. "There's nothing worse than going to someone's party and it's all spread out throughout the house and there's no ambiance."

The stylish socialite also encourages hosts to work the room, pay attention to seating and to personally keep the energy light and upbeat. "A guest always feels special when the hostess goes and spends time with them." 

Sounds like smart advice to us!

Watch the entire clip for more savvy tips from Lisa Vanderpump!