Hip-hop and fashion entrepreneur Sean "Diddy" Combs hands out some tips on how to have a great time on New Year's eve.
10. Mood & Spot
Diddy says: "Your party spot has to set the tone for the night... It creates the blueprint for the entire evening." Bottom line: Choose your party spot wisely.9. The Bar
Diddy says recruit "a great bartender because bad drinks aren't sexy." He also recommends hiring "a beautiful wait-staff."8. Food
"Food should never interrupt your swagger," warns Diddy, "Small tapas or finger foods that aren't too messy tend to work well."7. Music
Diddy is a renowned hit-maker, so it's only natural for him to emphasize the importance of music. "Music should be the soundtrack to the night," he says. "It should match the theme. It should match the flow."6. Fashion
"Preserve the sexy," offers this Bad Boy Clothing CEO. Diddy's oldest and truest party rule: "If it's about furs and diamonds, don't show up in jeans."5. Guests
According to Diddy, invitations should only be extended to "the right party people." This means "your tried-and-true friends that know how to get your party started mixed with a few new characters to keep things exciting, but everyone has to be sexy."4. Shades
Says Diddy: "You need a great pair of shades, because the best New Year's Eve party doesn't stop until well into the New Year."3. MC
"You need a great host...like me," boasts Mr. Combs. A great party, he says, needs "someone who is a master in the art of celebration."2. Vodka
"Ciroc," which Diddy describes as "the world's best ultra-premium vodka." Obviously, Diddy was recently hired by Ciroc to market and promote the brand.1. Drink Responsibly
Diddy's final word: "It's never sexy to be sloppy. Know your limits and drink responsibly."
