A sweet invitation reading "Bonjour Bébé" hints at what's in store and will have guests counting down the days until the fête. Bring the theme to life by using a black and white toile motif punched up with details in every shade of pink, of course!

Set up a buffet that represents French style with a classic black and white toile runner made with fabric cut straight from the bolt and a monochromatic floral arrangement in vivid shades of pink. This centerpiece includes fuchsia garden roses and privet berries.

Set up a simple arrangement of French-inspired finger foods. Diminutive-sized tuna niçoise sandwiches, vegetable crudité with piped cream cheese, cream puffs and a strawberry-ricotta tart perfectly enhance the theme and are easy to eat while mingling.

On a bar cart or small table, set up a drink station complete with raspberry lemonade, sparkling water and champagne or prosecco. Don't forget pretty champagne flutes, raspberries for garnish, festive straws and swizzle sticks so guests can mix up tasty drinks of their choice.