I'm currently watching one of my guilty pleasures, My Super Sweet 16. Ironically, in this UK version the birthday girls are very rarely 16. I've just seen a 18 year old having a Bollywood bash and now its the turn of a wannabe WAG. The 18 year old was ok, but the other girl? "I don't want any chubby people there." That's a direct quote. Nice to see she's got her priorities straight!

Aaaaanyway, this has now got me thinking about my birthday. It's not until August, but I have to plan ahead because my friends are always so busy and get booked up quickly. That and last year's party was brilliant, so I have to top it.

This year is the big Two Five. Now, since I don't think my parents will be shelling out for a marquee, free bar and live performance from The Fratellis, my soiree will be a little bit more low key than the ones I'm ogling right now. I'm determined for it to be themed in some way though. Right now I'm thinking of a 30s feel. I'm not going to force people to dress up if they're being losers about it, but it does give me an excuse to dress like Keira in Atonement (if a bit, er, curvier).

So, anyone know a London venue with an Art Deco feel that hires out rooms for free (or a minimum bar spend)? Last year we had our do at The Grand Union in Camden, but this time I fancy somewhere a bit more unusual. All I need is a room, a bar and somewhere for Susi to plug in the iPod speakers...

Oh yeah, did I mention it's Susi's birthday on the same day?!