Casino Themed 40th or 50th Birthday Party: Decorations

You don't need a licence, to throw a killer birthday. Thrill your guests by staging a high-stakes poker game as inspired by Casino Royale. Here's how to stack the deck.

The gilded casinos of Monaco are a high-rollers paradise. Think velvet ropes, cigar smoke filled rooms, baccarat, baguettes and a few Ferraris in the valet lot.

• Set the scene with a luxe color palette of deep reds, emerald green, black, gold and white.
• For an authentic look, impress your guests by renting a professional poker table.
• Section off the space with a velvet rope and arrange your furniture in clusters to give the room a clubby feel.
• Make sure to have plenty of cards, chips and poker accessories on hand.
  
• Create a 00 themed playlist with themes from the movies.
  
• For an extra touch, consider renting a baccart shoe. It's one of the most simple casino games so the non-card sharks in the crowd can get in on the action. Plus, little strategy is required so after a few martinis you won't lose your shirt.
  

Speaking of drinks, check out our advice for setting up a shaken not stirred martini bar.