12 ways to be the most fabulous girl at the party! Worried about what to wear? How to act? Who's gonna be there? Chill. GL's easy-to-follow guide to perfect party protocol will have you wishing the night would never end.

You usually spend most of the party wishing you were home in your PJs with a pint of mint chocolate chip? No more! GL is here to roll out the best advice on how to have the night to remember. We swear you'll be the most irresistible girl on the scene.

1 Get this party started ... before you even get there

Having a rockin' good time has little to do with the party decor or guest list. It's mostly about attitude. Yours! So get into a festive good mood before you even leave the house. Jess Zaino, co-host of the Style Network's Modern Girl's Guide to Life, says, "Jump out of the shower, throw on some JT and dance!"

Kristin Kreuk and Kristen Bell get their party on.

2 Get yourself psyched You'll have the best time possible when you're feeling grrreat about yourself. Lara Morgenson, aka E!'s Party Girl, has been to lots of parties as a columnist for eonline.com, and she has just the thing for getting in a go-out state of mind: "Realize you're invited for a reason. People want you there."

3 Dress to impress Casual or dressy? Basic black or something sparkly? It's often mind-boggling to figure out what's appropriate attire. Lara advises, "Wear something you feel confident in." For an instant pick-me-up, buy something new, even if it's just a pair of inexpensive-but-dazzling earrings. No extra cash? Shop in your friends' closets.

4 Put your best foot forward You bought a pair of red-hot shoes, and you finally have an occasion to wear them! Problem is, you're out of practice when it comes to strutting your stuff in mile-high pumps. Strengthen your ankles and calves by walking on the balls of your feet a few minutes a day. And be sure to break in the ruby shoes before the big night. Blisters are, well, a pain.

5 All together now is your best friend throwing a tropical bash to beat the winter blues? Get your flip-flops out of hiding, and embrace the theme. Did the host clear out all the furniture in her living room so people could have room to shimmy and shake? So dance! Fellow partygoers will dig your fun free spirit--and your actions will encourage others to pump up the volume, too.

6 Make your entrance grand Walk into a party looking like you belong there: head up, shoulders back and a smile on your face. If you're scared to show up solo, meet up with your buds at someone's house and go as a group.

7 Break outta the box Don't cling to friends when you hit the party spot. Lara says, "Get out of your clique, and talk to everyone." If you're really freaking out, Sherri Foxman, CEO of party411.com, says to ask your host what you can do to help: "Something that keeps you involved so you're not just standing around."

8 Spy a cute guy ... and approach him. "Boys love when a girl is cool and confident," Jess says. To get a convo going, Lara advises asking tons of questions: "Find out what he likes. Does he play video games? Is he a football player? People like to talk about themselves."

9 Play nice Someone you don't like is at the party? Don't talk trash--it's very unbecoming. "Have fun, and realize you can be in the same room," says Lara. "Before Paris [Hilton] and Nicole [Richie] reunited, there was never any drama between them at parties. If Paris and Nicole can do it, anyone can."

10 Eat, drink and be careful You're oil your way to the buffet? Stick to clear drinks, like Sprite or water. That way, if you spill, so what? Avoid foods that stain, crumble, drip or wedge between your teeth. And Jess says keep your kisser luscious bite after bite by applying foundation first, then lipstick.

11 Be yourself Sounds cliche, but Lara says it's important to let the real you shine through: "People want you there." You don't have to be that Laguna Beach poser chick ... because you're already awesome, Party Girl!

12 Make it memorable Stand out from the rest of the crowd. And, no, we don't advise you to dance on tables with a lamp shade on your head. The Style Network's Jess Zaino suggests bringing something to the, party, like a game or a CD of party jams: "Bring a funky dance mix. The host will thank you." And follow up the next day with an e-mail to the host, telling her what a great time you had. You'll definitely be on the must-invite list for next time.

DO'S AND DON'TS for smart party girls

Believe us. There's a right and a wrong way.

DO eat if you're hungry.

DON'T spend all night on your cell.

DO show off your sense of humor.

DON'T talk only about yourself.

DO introduce people to each other.

DON'T flirt with someone else's BF.

DO get home by curfew.

DON'T hesitate to call your parents to come get you if the person driving you home has been drinking or things get crazy.