photo courtesy of, planner & design: Bob Gail Events | photographer: Andreas & Nico | photographer: Southern Social Media
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PartySlate’s Top 10 Instagrams of 2021

What do A-list celebrities, fruit-shaped florals, and selfie cocktails have in common? They all topped our most-liked Instagrams of 2021 (some more than once). The PartySlate team has their own favorite events from the year, party trends to obsess over, and designs we’ll never forget — but according to you, these are the best photos from 2021. 

A year in review wouldn’t be complete without a look back on the most-like post on PartySlate’s Instagram — a place where you get to be the judge. You spoke, we listened, and this year’s top 10 photos are filled with fun catering trends, creative details, completely unique weddings, and (un-surprisedly) Instagram-worthy photo ops. 

1.  Belieb it or Not

2. Stop & Smell the Roses

photographer: Joseph West Photography | planner: Belle Events | lighting: Bright Star Productions | entertainment: the Acoustic Production

3. Raising the Bar

A tropical outdoor Bat Mitzvah party with a chic tent design and tropical bar set up | PartySlate
photographer: Andreas & Nico | planner & design: Doris Dwek Events | floral: Birch Event Design | tent: Fabulous Events | lighting: Dynamic Vision | rentals: Luxe Event Rentals | decals: Bombshell Graphics | printing: Paperierpress NY | caterer: Foremost Caterers

4. Pretty in Pink

photographer: Andreas & Nico | floral: Birch Event Design | caterer: Ram Caterers | rentals: Luxe Event Rentals | linen: Nuage Designs | paperie: Paperie Press NY | dance floor: Bombshell Graphics

5. Sip Your Selfie

photographer: M. Wang Photography | planner: Kiran + Leigh Bespoke Planning | floral: Maxit Flower Design | venue: The Houstonian Hotel Club & Spa | videographer: Bear Hands Media Group | hair & makeup: Hey Lovely | band: Empire 6 | dance floor: Mike’s Dance Floor Rentals | photo booth: Mirmir Photo | cocktails: The Grand Bevy; SIPMI USA

6. Naturally Sweet

photo courtesy of, planner & design: Bob Gail Events | venue: Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows | custom backdrops & décor: Jesi Haack Design | floral: JL Event Design | entertainment: Bob Gail Music | linen: La Tavola Fine Linen | lighting: Peterson Event Lighting | printing: Prim & Pixie

7. The Pineapple of Our Eye

photographer: Jose Villa Photography | planner: Posh Parties | décor: Renny & Reed | venue: The Breakers Palm Beach | band: Yacht Rock Schooner | videographer: Merge Social 

9. MET Fashion as Fêtes

photographer: Salwa Photography | planner: Sonal J. Shah Event Consultants | décor: Atlas Floral Decorators
photographer: Grant Terzakis | planner: Bella Vita Events | floral: XO Bloom | venue: West Lake Village Inn | rentals: A Rental Connection | stationary: Fla-de-Dahs | caterer: Bella Donna Special Events
photographer: The Louis Collection | planner: Chris Weinberg Events | designer: Always Flowers & Events | venue: WATSCO Center | entertainment: Triple P Entertainment | videographer: Timeline Video Productions | print: Heyday Printing Co. | games: FotoBoyz
photographer: Roey Yohai Studios | design & floral: Belle Fleur NYC | venue: 620 Loft & Garden | paper goods: RedBliss Design | caterer: Abigail Kirsch Catering
photographer: Michael Jurick Photog
photographer: SANSHINE photography | planner: Bruce Russell | floral: Amie Bone Flowers | venue: Woods Quay London | balloons: Bubblegum Balloons | furniture: Classic Crockery
photo courtesy of, design & décor: J GROUP EVENTS
photographer: Adam Opris Photography | planner: Carrie Zack Events | décor & floral: Jose Graterol Designs | venue: Fontainebleau Miami Beach
photographer: Hannah Costello | planner: Heartthrob Weddings & Events | Inessa Nichols Design | invitations & print: Prim & Pixie
*all MET Gala celebrity images courtesy of Getty Images

Plan Your Own Instagram-Worthy Event

Wondering where to start? On PartySlate, you can find your dream venue, from sprawling rooftop spaces to luxe hotel ballrooms. Just tap into our venue directory and filter by amenities, size, and style to find the perfect setting for the party of your (and your Instagram followers’) dreams. 

Once your venue is secured and your date is set, you’ll need a talented florist, creative caterer, epic balloon artist, and more vendors to create those “wow” moments your guests will be posting all night long. We highly recommend hiring one of these experienced event planners to help you think outside the box while managing your budget.