Holiday Tips & Tricks With Celebrity Event Planner Debi Lilly by Renee

The holiday season is officially here and that means it's time for holiday decorating, festive parties and time spent with family and friends! We were excited to have 30Seconds contributor, Debi Lilly, as our #30Seconds Twitter chat guest! Debi, celebrity event planner and founder of A Perfect Event, shared her holiday ideas, inspiration, DIY decor and more to help make this holiday season the most festive ever!

Q: What are the season’s top holiday décor trends?

#30seconds A1: This season is all about mixed metals – rose golds – matte golds and modern minimalism. @DebiLilly pic.twitter.com/EdYFSTYk2o

— Debi Lilly (@debililly) December 13, 2018

#30seconds A1: Layer in soft winter pastels like mint, 2019 Pantone of the year Living Coral for pops of color. @DebiLilly pic.twitter.com/UJ3kvRZjqy

— Debi Lilly (@debililly) December 13, 2018

A1: Add instant sparkle and shine with candles, candles, candles in every height and size. @DebiLilly #30SecondMom pic.twitter.com/ZGfGARnEoK

— Debi Lilly (@debililly) December 13, 2018

Q: What are fast and easy DIY tips and tricks for easy entertaining?

A2: Hot holiday trend: grazing boards, no cook, no fuss, “set it n forget it” style, so you can relax and enjoy the party, and your friends/family. #30Seconds pic.twitter.com/sJEyP6Blok

— Debi Lilly (@debililly) December 13, 2018

A2: Write holiday words on glassware with a white paint or chalk pen. #30Seconds pic.twitter.com/FgN7Co6YRK

— Debi Lilly (@debililly) December 13, 2018

A2: Cutest diy white paint marker glasses ever! #30Seconds pic.twitter.com/dELSBifxqP

— Debi Lilly (@debililly) December 13, 2018

A2: A cookie bar for dessert adds pops of holiday fun in gorgeous style. #30Seconds pic.twitter.com/AvhlFC3nUo

— Debi Lilly (@debililly) December 13, 2018

Q: Straight from your recent culinary training in Paris, what are your favorite new holiday recipes?

A3: Brunch is the perfect holiday soiree: serve up berry donut lollipops. Great for kids to make. #30Seconds pic.twitter.com/6W5KpzbELk

— Debi Lilly (@debililly) December 13, 2018

A3: Party trend: PJs n Prosecco theme party, complete with a photobooth bed! #30Seconds pic.twitter.com/7gzQiLhK7Y

— Debi Lilly (@debililly) December 13, 2018

A3: Overnight oats in mini jars with fresh fruit, almonds, mix and match toppings. #30Seconds pic.twitter.com/fbza6fqrVQ

— Debi Lilly (@debililly) December 13, 2018

A3:. Rainbow crudité cups with hummus and veg in small juice glasses are gorgeous on a tasting bar. #30Seconds pic.twitter.com/f0GiYjmtXi

— Debi Lilly (@debililly) December 13, 2018

A3: And it’s all about the Hot Cocoa Bar – from morning til night. #30Seconds pic.twitter.com/DcbQTmfXXo

— Debi Lilly (@debililly) December 13, 2018

A3: one more cause I'm obsessed. #30Seconds pic.twitter.com/ulWQOphI3V

— Debi Lilly (@debililly) December 13, 2018

A3: I mean...the cutest! #30Seconds pic.twitter.com/EsxCwNVANW

— Debi Lilly (@debililly) December 13, 2018

Q: What are some elegant, easy wrapping ideas?

A4: Earth friendly papers like white kraft with twine are low cost big impact designs. #30Seconds pic.twitter.com/6CF5AQ36UX

— Debi Lilly (@debililly) December 13, 2018

A4: Add cheeky tags and favor bags make wrapping fun: available on https://t.co/eaTtSaAYH6. #30Seconds pic.twitter.com/8K0YKVSw9r

— Debi Lilly (@debililly) December 13, 2018

A4: Tuck in sprigs of pine or herbs for an organic touch. #30Seconds pic.twitter.com/A4kMDEzudv

— Debi Lilly (@debililly) December 13, 2018