India, Dec. 28 -- New Year's Eve is usually a collective fever dream for everyone. So, if you want to host a night that actually makes it to the 'Best of 2025' photo dumps, you just need the right hacks to make it look like you've been doing this for years. If you want your space to look expensive and curated on a budget, fresh flowers are your secret weapon. Hit up a local wholesale flower market and grab a chaotic mix of greenery and vibrant blooms in different colours. Unless you explicitly called this a dinner party, do not attempt to cook a full meal. Instead, invest your time in building a massive, aesthetic grazing table. Layer cheeses, appetizers, dips, chips, and even some snacks like nuggets or sliders across a central table. By setting a niche theme - like 'Which nepo baby would you be?' or 'Which Nita Ambani Jewel is your personality?' give your guests a reason to actually dress up. It acts as a built-in icebreaker because everyone will explain their outfit or laugh at someone else's reference. Scatter floor lamps, table lamps, or even sunset lamps around the room to create pockets of warmth and shadow. Pair this lighting with some serious aromatherapy; light some incense or a high-end scented candle near the entrance. To be the King of Parties, you need a main event that gives everyone something to look forward to. It could be a chaotic 'best dressed' fashion show or a board game that involves the whole room. So the next time you throw a party, skip the old-school playbook. A new generation calls for new hacks - and these ones guarantee a great time for everyone....