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Time of India

Host your own Alice in Wonderland tea party

Every July 4th, celebrate the day Lewis Carroll first told Alice's adventures. Host a Mad Hatter hi-tea with playing cards, Queen of Hearts tarts, and 'Eat Me' treats. Transform your space with fairy lights, glowing mushrooms, and a 'Drink Me' bar. Observed every year on July 4, it marks the day when Carroll first shared the story with Alice Liddell, an acquiantance and the subject of his story, during a boat ride. What better way to honour a world where time runs wild, and logic takes a holiday, than by hosting your very own, delightfully mad Alice-themed hi-tea? Add playing cards, serve Queen of Hearts tarts, and don't forget a little 'Eat Me' magic in the menu. After all, in Wonderland – the more bonkers, the better! Host your own Mad Hatter soiree Planning an enchanting hi-tea means transforming your space into a topsy-turvy Wonderland. 'Begin by setting the mood with fairy lights draped on trees or in bottles, glowing mushrooms, and candles in teacups to evoke that 'Mad Hatter's Tea' vibe. Add a 'Drink Me' bar with funky mocktails and an 'Eat Me' corner with themed desserts,' says Ishika Agarwal, founder of an event management brand. Create a riddle station, just like the Cheshire Cat might. For photos, set up a booth with props like rabbit ears, crowns, and grumpy cat smiles. Floating hats, teacups, and golden keys can add to the charm. Blue, bows & beyond For a fresh spin on Alice's iconic look, try a modern Alpha Gen twist with a corset over a slip dress. 'Powder blue is key. It's quintessentially Alice. Keep the silhouette simple with textured fabrics. Lace, ribbons, and a princess bodice with a gathered bottom nod to classic European style,' says stylist Neel Saha. For makeup, focus on wide, innocent eyes with white liner and rosy blush. 'This gives you that youthful, curious gaze,' adds Sonam Jaiswal, makeup artist. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trending in in 2025: Local network access control [Click Here] Esseps Learn More Undo Finish with loose waves and a black ribbon headband for a perfect Wonderland touch. Tea time with a twist of whimsy Johanne Mantosh, who styled the table for us, suggests to keep the theme whimsical, chaotic, but calm. 'I've used colourful flowers, mismatched cutlery, and elements like a horse spoon!' For that 'Drink Me' vibe – 'mix black and white jars with red and green ones, balance it with vibrant crockery, blooms, and potion-like drinks,' she says, adding, 'Include different types of tea, such as Matcha, and offer puff pastry, dim sums, cupcakes, and pastries. Go with whatever sparks your dopamine.' Add elements inspired by the Queen of Hearts and the Cheshire Cat. Alice is a believer and a dreamer who follows her path and so do I. The whole set up and outfit made me feel like a princess. The shoot was dreamy – Angana Roy, actress