“If you're playing hostess, invite peeps who might be the same size and have similar personal styles. If you know someone is teeny tiny or big busted, try to make sure at least one other friend [has a similar build] so nobody feels left out,” says Kristine Cholakian, co-founder of Simply Charming Socials, an event-planning and design company that she runs with her partner Danielle Copeland.
Ask everyone bring five to 10 trendy items each. “You can also relegate the swap to a certain type of clothing or accessory—swim suits, handbags, shoes, sun dresses, jeans. You would ask for less pieces from each girl, but it's fun to have a theme,” adds Cholakian.