Kristen Bell, Gayle King and More Stars’ Holiday Entertaining Tips

We asked celebs their secrets to throwing a fabulous holiday soiree

By Emily Popp Nov 21, 2013 4:37 PMTags
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Everyone has their favorite recipe for an unforgettable holiday party. For us, it's equal parts good company and flowing bubbly. When the champagne is bottomless, the hors d'oeuvres are plentiful and Mariah Carey's "All I Want For Christmas" is playing in the background, you know you've got a killer party on your hands.

But we also know that hosting the best party of the year isn't exactly a piece of fruitcake. So, to help you throw the bash of your life, we asked the stars what they consider the most crucial ingredient to an awesome holiday shindig.

These stars have been to a ton of parties throughout the years, so they're the perfect resource when it comes to entertaining tips and tricks. From silly string (yes, silly string) to extra ice, find out what secret weapons these celebs rely on when hosting a holiday soiree.