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Photo: Bethany Nauert
Set the Scene
To help with planning, think of your favorite old movies when choosing your retro beach party decor — Beach Blanket Bingo and Gidget were our inspirations. We started by setting out towels and outdoor pillows in ice cream-inspired colors to create a casual, poolside hangout area and swapped in a small wood stool for a table to hold drinks and snack plates.
