Great Gatsby – Roaring ’20s Party Bag Ideas for Adults
- Miniature Bottles of Champagne or Liquor
- Small bottles of prosecco, whiskey, or gin with custom labels like “Giggle Water” or “Bootlegged for You”
- Pearl or Beaded Necklaces
- Faux pearl strands or gold beaded necklaces guests can wear during and after the party
- Vintage-Style Compact Mirrors or Pocket Watches
- Elegant Art Deco designs for women; metal-look keychain pocket watches for men
- Feather or Rhinestone Headbands
- Include a simple flapper-style headband with black feathers or a rhinestone accent
- Mini Cocktail Shakers or Jiggers
- Stainless steel mini shakers or double jiggers for mixing Gatsby-era drinks at home
- Gold Playing Cards
- A deck of foil gold playing cards or Art Deco-designed card packs
- Cigar or Candy Cigar
- Include one cigar (real or chocolate) in a gold foil wrap labeled “The Don’s Favorite”
- Monogrammed Matchbooks or Candle Tins
- Vintage matchbooks with the party name or date
- Mini scented candles in black and gold tins with names like “Moonlight in Manhattan”
- Speakeasy Coasters
- Faux-leather or cork coasters with printed 1920s slang or drink recipes
- Gold Foil-Wrapped Chocolates or Truffles
- Packaged in mini black boxes with ribbon or lace wrap
- Custom Drink Recipe Cards
- Include recipes from the evening (like the Bee’s Knees or Sidecar) printed on Art Deco cardstock
- Sequin or Velvet Eye Masks
- Classy masquerade-style sleep masks or mystery-themed costume masks
Packaging Suggestions
- Use small black or gold satin bags, or
- Art Deco–patterned favor boxes tied with gold ribbon and name tags
- Add a mini sign: “A Little Something for the Cat’s Pajamas”