In what way is the party in the apartment different from the dinner at the Buchanans' in Chapter 1? In what way is it similar?

The party in Mabel's apartment is lose and informal. Everyone is there for a good time, and their good time has nothing to do with the entertainment of guests but rather the entertainment of themselves. No one is worried about the menu, the help, the decor, or the clothes...... it's all about the freedom to simply have a good time, no strings attached.