Hosting my FIRST Dinner Party (Girls Night!)

I hosted my very first formal dinner party, and everything turned out so cute! The occasion was Galentine's / Valentine's and all my friends came dressed to impress to compliment the theme--red and pink Coquette. We had a pink cocktail bar and a champagne tower. Chef Gabrielle McBay showed up and showed out with a fantastic pink monochrome menu, and my friends loved creating their own custom lip glosses at the DIY lip bar I built.
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[@RavenElyseTV]

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[@nikieria]

This getting real real professional 😂😂😂 not the friends accepting their invitations 😂😂😂

[@Shay-33]

Brilliant 😂

[@whitneyc5909]

I loved that part 😍

[@frenchy988]

Right 😂

[@TaoNaomi]

like air this on television!!

[@EverythingEbb]

I love how the lip gloss station became a bonding experience with everyone helping each other pipe their glosses into the container. Especially since the salad demo was a competition.

[@RavenElyseTV]

all about balance! lol

[@samanthafigueroa3576]

The yin and the yang like Rell said 😂❤

[@viviandoesburg3163]

Very nice and beautiful

[@ingerstevenson1362]

@@samanthafigueroa3576it was the “However,” for me 😂😂

[@reemj3675]

​@RavenElyseTV you can do an Easter themed picnic. Pastels, actually on blankets, baskets for every blanket filled with the plates & foods. Bean bags, pillows, lap trays🎉🎉

[@estherbradley3218]

The Welcome arch is 🔥🔥🔥🔥. The young lady who gave the toast has so much personality.

[@itsrebeccalynn5470]

RAVEN!!! The segments with your friends!! I love this.

[@lisakaye3919]

Ikr!!! Raven does it again! Freakn creative genius 😊

[@pheonixxxrose]

That was the best and most creative part right?!?!?

[@CirinaGisele]

Obsessed with her more everyday

[@robynnebrown3286]

Raven all your hostings are so awesome and inspiring. Have you done a destination friends party? I would love to see y’all at a resort type destination. Smile you’re the greatest.

[@dannyt7269]

Y’all need to stop the capping! It’s cute in theory but they aren’t actors and it’s too faked. Cmon now you taking away what makes KZbin better than scripted tv.

[@KTeamNoLove]

These types of videos give me the 2000's mtv sweet 16 vibes. I enjoy how you show the behind the scenes and even the party and the outcome. The lipgloss diy got reaall fun lol

[@stephaniegeyen162]

Raven you never disappoint - everything was magazine worthy!

[@aliciaespinoza2781]

Gurl, the time and energy that you put into this project is truly amazing. Your friends are blessed to have you for a girlfriend!! Love that for them!!❤❤❤

[@dr.j9006]

Exactly, I'm like we need her to have something like this for her subscriber's...I know lucky one's would be soooo happy & grateful!

[@tammywoods6867]

I love this dinner party! Everything was so beautiful ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@destineeknox]

It’s the friend actors & actresses for meeee!!! Love this friend!!!

[@kmc_918]

Right off the bat I LOVE THIS VIDEO!!! The beginning with your friends was soooo cute. It felt like TV show. so creative. Loved seeing their point of view.

[@BritgirlTX]

PARTY IDEA: Easter tea party with the big Easter hats (all guests have to wear one). You could have so much fun with this one. Kids could play the old fashioned games and eat sandwiches with the crusts cut off!

[@blacknbougie8021]

I hope she pins this. I can picture it. And it'll be so cute ‼️

[@mandybrooks8852]

Maybe even an Alice and Wonderland twist? 👀

[@jerbriasutton7938]

Like a southern bell Easter tea party😮🤭 that would be fun

[@Kanesha]

You remind me of myself but when I would do things like this my friends wouldn’t be so happy and said I’m always doing too much lol this year my goal is to bring this back in my life with new friends🥂 Keep inspiring🫶🏾🫶🏾

[@polarice2851]

maybe jealous of you.

[@frenchy988]

I'm this way also but my friends look for me to be extra…now! When I scaled it back they were like, “wait! Who's going to do it now??”😂 some people don't realize what they have until you pull back your energy. Or, you can just get a new group of friends - not to replace, but in addition to. People who are just more in alignment with things you like to do.

[@user-hf8yx1vz3w]

Hope you got yourself some new friends who AREN'T jealous of you because that screams jealousy. ❤

[@luisl4938]

Host your very first PICNIC!!! Springs coming weather should be beautiful soon. I think a PICNIC is definitely the move.

[@C00ki3m0nsta25]

I loved everyone's salad speeches 😂💕💞 definitely my favorite part because everyone was laughing at the dramatics girls being girls lol🤣

[@user-rs6fu3ip5f]

Raven and Zoey are the perfect power couple 🎉❤

[@jrichardson5822]

Zoey knows Raven and love how they compliment one another. Zoey understands the assignment.

[@breannev749]

Y'all robbed Rell with his Ying and yang lol

[@earthawight2497]

MURDER MYSTERY PARTY!!! ITALIAN PASTA/PIZZA PARTY!!!

[@peaceisabel397]

I’ve followed you Raven for so so many years, long before Ziya 💗and seeing your growth as a woman, a mother, a friend, a career woman, wow! So glad we get to come along on the journey! 🙏🏼 also it was cute and funny to see your risqué humor we don’t really ever get to see- just made me feel I’m also just one of the girlies having a dinner date 😗 All the dinner party details were immaculate. You really did that thanggg! And the video was shot very well, love the new styles of shooting you dabble with, you’re always putting out new and improved content 👏

[@pheonixxxrose]

This felt like one of those well budgeted shows on HGTV!! I LOVE IT!!

[@BlossomingB]

I have to stealll the floral ice cube idea. So cute

[@rayneebranch9690]

Level up guuuuurrl!! What a fun party! I need a friend like you Raven

[@Ljsadventures2016]

Right, we need a Raven in our lives.

[@groundingmycrown8291]

Naaaa this editing (the txt msgs) is too cuteeeeeee!! And the heart details in the intro 🥰🥰

[@user-pn6pc6bs4z]

Raven sis, come on. You’re killing it babe!!! ❤🫶🏽

[@BeyondMindBodyandSoul]

This was literally so heart warming to watch you all dance and cook together!❤ I totally think next you should host a group trip of some type !!! Staycation , day trip, girls trip! Maybe a trip to a place you’ve never been!

[@FearLessPower]

We need a book from you. You definitely have an eye for party planning and decor.

[@digitaltudiotoolbox]

Maybe you can try Casino Night, Dinner Theater, Trivia Game Night, Toga Party, and All white party!

[@sydellnel]

I like the Casino Night idea ❤

[@mimibolden]

My face after Dani’s speech! 😂 how could anyone top that?! lol

[@lolax38]

The way Sadie said JOJOba oil has me cackling🤣 loved the whole concept! You and your team are so creative❤️

[@MHand623]

You did an amazing job with this extravaganza. You are truly leveling up with each party you host. This was awesome!!!❤

[@Dera7101]

This was so creative and inventive 😊 Chef Gabi’s meals looked delicious, the set up is so beautiful, and the custom lip bar came together so nicely! Shout out to Raven and Team 💖💖 Happy Galentine’s 🌹

[@nicolehernandez11]

Runs to Walmart to purchase the sheer curtain! I was looking for something cute to go under my kids Valentine’s Day gifts. That is perfect!

[@vanessajoseph2407]

Girlll as a digital marketer Canva is my bestie!!!

[@vanessajoseph2407]

Whiteboards for marketing strategy and research

[@SincerelySadiexo]

You threw an absolutely amazing party! The best host ever ❤️❤️❤️❤️ always going above and beyond for your GALENTINES 🫶🏽

[@sand3341]

Was waiting on this 🙌🏾❤️

[@pheonixxxrose]

Me too!!! I love Raven's dress!!!

[@itsjustani324]

lol yes. since she posted the short 😂

[@becomingluckey]

The execution of this production was utterly sublime! You're elevating each and every event to the highest echelon of sophistication and style.

[@NurseAggz]

The salad interpretation/descriptions was the best part of this whole video. Remind me of something my friends and I would do 😂🤣. Such a well executed party. Well done 😍

[@SheWritesHerJourney_]

Girlllllll!!! Your talent to design, create, and the vision behind it all with your team is just chef’s kiss. Everything is absolutely amazing, love the colors, love the candles, the custom lipgloss bar, the speeches about the salad 😂 Such a cute party!

[@louisehudson3650]

I absolutely love watching Elegance at its Best!!! Everything was Extraordinarily Beautiful from the women, DIY Decor, the Tasty Looking Food, to the individualized lip gloss boxes! A Positive Pinterest Party Puts Raven and Zoey on the map for a well designed Galentines Party!

[@kimberlydotson969]

beautiful beautiful BEAUTIFUL!!!!! Everything was Beautiful

[@zariyatillis744]

Currently getting my toes done for my own valentines extravaganza! Excited to watch this!!

[@laket234]

This is how you elevate the content!!!! So close to 2M!!!

[@donna948]

RAVEN YOU WERE GRACIOUS IN TAKING THE LOSER POSITION, BUT MS. RAVEN YOU ARE ALWAYS A WINNER IN YOUR VIDEOS PRESENTATIONS. THIS BEAUTIFUL SETUP WAS OFF THE CHARTS!!!!!💝

[@rossshopaholic9560]

Great party. Love the details. Would love to see a breakfast at Tiffany’s themed event.

[@mankopimakhafola4851]

the way your friends ride for you - i love it

[@businesssavvy4532]

Okay then!!! *snap, snap* At this point, when is the series coming out?! 🗣️ Calling all producers. This is gold!

[@tbori180]

Rave this is so impressive from the sign to the lip gloss boxes love❤it.

[@Theprodreamer]

We love a good Raven Party! Loved seeing all the details come together and pleasantly surprised to see Chef Gabby! Love her! The cooking demo and storytelling for each creation was a vibe! Go Team Rae!!

[@BlackMountain360]

This is super cute 🥰 you are an amazing friend! Love that for you & them ❤

[@ladylou4698]

Lovvved this vid. Hearing everyone’s presentation of their salad really lifted my spirits. You all seemed like you genuinely enjoyed yourselves which is great!

[@leatantoh7394]

Love seeing your creative process. The attention to detail & all the personalized items from the menu, to the aprons to the lipgloss boxes are the best! Bravo everything came together beautifully!!

[@ansbach74]

You did an amazing job. Everyone seems enjoyed themselves. Thanks for sharing.

[@KC-807]

I love the segment with your friends at the beginning. I enjoy how you put your all into your parties. I think it would be great to see you host a party with your friends or family out of town.

[@shirleyfretty487]

Wow, everything looked great Raven. You’re getting better and better with your parties, think everyone had lots of fun!!…. Keep ‘‘em coming”😊

[@cleverladi]

Love love love how you included your friends reactions and their contact info. Very cute!

[@LiitteeSkiin]

Raven, you always come through when it comes to something for me to watch on my reset Sundays for my upcoming work week ❤🎉

[@traceethompson3772]

Beautifully decorated Valentine's party! Thanks for sharing ❤

[@letymateomateo5592]

I love your parties Zoey is an amazing friend and assistance she deserves so much credit as well she’s hands on with all the DIYS it was beautiful ❤️

[@sAv_Doll]

ur amazing! everyone looks amazing! food. decor. everything is amazing!

[@TheeAmberEdit]

I love this party the small intimate setting and the activities were on point.

[@jsmith5509]

Raven, you are SO incredibly talented! Every event you host is spectacular !

[@QueenxBri_]

That was so amazing & cute how you had the clips of your friends getting their invite

[@CandyCoated96]

I can tell you are someone who invest your all into those you care about. Your celebrations always are over the top and fun. You are an artist. Just the fact you envision it and create it, is a super power Raven. Glad you all enjoyed yourselves. 💗💖

[@reutm3602]

I loved it! So creative and beautiful ❤

[@laurenfrench7199]

Absolutely LOVED this party! My favorite part was you all making the salads 🥗💗 but everything was superb, so creative and on theme!!

[@msmo2260]

Almost 2M 🎉🎉 Been here since your college days! Congrats Raven!

[@Jade7159-]

Raven is amazing!! What a beautiful party with beautiful people.

[@tristris3421]

Beautiful as always… and looked like sooo much fun. You have an awesome team🤗

[@LeniahMarie]

This video checked off all boxes! Loved this. Love your friendships. Love your creativity. Love your videos. Thank you!

[@robertgreen6935]

Everything turned out so beautiful❣ love it🔊💯👍👏

[@jessicasparrow6656]

I love Chef Gabby!!! The party looks amazing!! ❤❤

[@Caribbeangyal17]

Love it! Love your content! ❤❤You’re such an inspiration! Thank you for sharing.

[@lhyannlivingwithlove8157]

Kudos to you! That was amazing, once you get tired or bore with vlogging. You're great at party planning, decor planning in other words you are phenomenal at what you do. Thanks for sharing Raven!!!

[@dominiquedanae1530]

2 minutes in and I already don’t want it to end!!! Come through Sadie, Taylor and Rell 👏🏽👏🏽

[@jhaslett03]

Raven what a blessing you are ❤❤❤ The time, the effort and the thoughtfulness!!🎉🎉 Thanks for all the cool ideas 😊

[@bjf8210]

I just love you. In everything you do,you are so caring g and sharing. Another great job.

[@katyrichardson9046]

Such great ideas for a dinner party! Of course all the details were on point as usual!❤

[@RickG699]

10sss across the board. I loved everything about the party and how it was beautifully executed. Go Raven! ❤❤

[@WorkofexcellenceTV]

I always enjoy how you put things together for all your parties. You are such an inspiration to me my parties are not as big as yours but thank you for the inspiration for some great ideas.😊

[@jameshall6072]

Raven u really are the host it's of the mostist , girl keep up the good work ❤

[@BJBANJO]

Omg EVERYTHING turned out amazingly beautiful !!!!

[@user-dp6sp8lt4d]

I like the way you set up everything ❤

[@virgospeaks97]

Love the different POVs once invites were sent out 💯🙌🏽

[@donavan_membrain1016]

Omg the segments with ur friends receiving the invite was so so cuteeee😊

[@jeanetteramos3527]

Always so beautiful thx for always sharing these fabulous ideas look forward to next party 🎉

[@Moretati]

Yaaay I was refreshing so hard … thanks Raven for the video let me relax and watch this❤

[@polarice2851]

Love love love your parties. Living your best life.

[@123paramorefan]

Sooooo cute! I’m definitely going to take inspo for my next dinner

[@TiaBOfficial]

This was amazing! Love love love!!

[@CocoHighlights]

Everything was so beautiful!!!! Great Job Raven!!

[@lisa-wx6rk]

That was sweet of you, showing how a party works out.

[@lats97]

I’ve never seen you do a Easter party that would be dope

[@CourtneysCastle35]

I love everything about this! I love that you create a space to have fun, dress up, be wined and dined with your friends! Hoping I can be this host when I get my own house soon! 🥰💓💐

[@allofangiee]

You really are THAT girl❤. I love the new way you’re doing your videos, it makes me feel like I’m watching a tv show🫶🏼

[@HollyWoodBella94]

I love this so much! Everytime I watch your videos I get inspired and want to branch out into party planning / decor

[@mikashae8651]

This so posh and beautiful! I love that you created something so special and BEAUTIFUL to enjoy with friends! Thanks for sharing with us! ❤

[@RingPopShawty]

Everyone looked like thy had so muchhh fun and I did as well just watching!!❤

[@Tanyadenisee]

7:59 okkk ravennn ! come thru with the diy !!!! i LOVE it ❤❤❤❤ it’s so pretty

[@stefanygarcia4920]

Girl you stay killing it!!!!!!!!!❤❤❤❤

[@darncat9476]

With all the work u put into your parties, I hope that you have a fantastic Valentines day. There is no one on KZbin that does things the way you do them. I always look forward to your channel.

[@roseoliver7179]

I really appreciate it see the layout of the your home for information thank you so much