One of the most exciting parts of planning a quinceañera is choosing a theme. Selection of the theme for your Quince should occur early in the planning process. The theme you select will determine many factors regarding your party, such as the style of the invitations, the decorations, the cake, even the color and style of the dress! Here are some common, and not-so-common, themes for quinceañeras:
1. Princess – One of the most popular themes, details can include an over-the-top pink dress, princess cake, glass slippers, and horse and carriage centerpieces.
2. Mardi Gras/Masquerade – Another popular option, this theme can be carried out with masks (for the quinceanera or for all guests), beaded necklaces for guests to win, vibrant dresses and costumes for the court and
3. Butterfly – A favorite, butterflies can be woven into every facet of your quinceanera theme. A live butterfly display on the head table would really complete this theme! Other areas to include butterflies can include everything from the dress to accessories, decorations, and seating location cards.
4. Under the Sea: Think fish tanks on the head table with goldfish, marine-inspired centerpieces, and a mermaid quinceanera dress. Properly placed streamers can resemble seaweed, and there are endless possibilities for incorporating this theme into your cake and party favors.
5. Old Hollywood: A board with black and white photos of the young bridesmaid, maybe a rented photo booth, or for a more affordable option, have someone grab polaroids that can be instantly displayed, red lips for fifteen and short , “Rat Pack” style chamberlains, retro hair and a cake with a Hollywood sign topper! Create an instant paparazzi by hiring a couple of kids to take random photos after all the important dances are over.
6. Bollywood – Bright colors, maybe sarees for damasks to wear, belly dancers would be a touch no one would soon forget!
7. Shine Bright Like a Diamond: Shine bright like a celeb for a day with this theme! Perform it with a crystal-embellished gown, cubic zirconia accessories, diamond-themed cake, and eye-catching centerpieces. Take it to the next level with a diamond ice sculpture.
8. Candy – A fun and colorful theme, set up a “candy bar” with a variety of candy options, make oversized lollipop centerpieces, or a candy bouquet that can be used as party favors. The quinceanera dress can be bubblegum pink, with the bridesmaid dresses varieties of Starburst colors.
9. Stars: Layer it with pretty star jewelry, make sparkly star centerpieces, and use star-shaped balloons. Hang stars from the ceiling to dance under the stars and make a Hollywood star rise to fame for the quinceanera!
10. Animal Print: This theme is usually achieved with a combination of zebra and pink, or let’s say, cheetah and red. Colors and printing can be incorporated throughout the event.
11. Carnival: For this fun theme, think balloon-draped merry-go-round horse centerpieces, caramel caramel apple pie, and Carnival Quince “ticket” invitations.
12. Ombre: This theme takes a popular trend and applies it to different facets of the party to create a unified look. Dresses, cake, centerpieces, and even balloons can be used to achieve this theme. You can select a single color (for example, pink), two colors (for example, pink and silver), or even a group of colors (like pastels, think yellow, pink, and purple).
13. Fairy Garden: This is a beautiful theme that would be lovely for an outdoor party. Think pastel colors, ivy, floral centerpieces, romantic drapes, and bird accents all over.
14. Paris: Feel the city with Eiffel Tower centerpieces. Dress up in court attire and quinceanera dress, and go with French food for the menu (or create a table with French desserts!) Main colors can be black, white, silver, and pink. Stores like Hobby Lobby have everything from Paris-themed fabrics to mini-Eiffel Towers and more!
15. Winter Wonderland: Use the colors white, silver, and blue to evoke winter. Use illuminated snowflakes, fake snow and Manzanita branch centerpieces to get the winter vibes going. Add a hot chocolate bar or white chocolate fountain for added fun.
This list of Quinceañera themes is meant to be a starter idea for you: you can take your Quinceañera to extreme creative heights, even on a limited budget (we were on a pretty hefty budget when we had ours!). It is by no means all-inclusive, the possibilities are truly endless. I will also post a part II of this list in the near future with 15 more unique quinceanera themes! What theme of fifteen do you like? What theme are you planning for your quince?
