Fancy dress parties are always fun, especially if kids are involved. They love it more when they’re invited to dress like their favorite comic character, a superhero, or a pirate and attend an event based on the same theme. It’s also the primary reason why fancy dress events have gained significant popularity in households, pre-schools, and schools, especially when a special occasion (such as a birthday) is concerned.
If you’re planning a fancy dress party to surprise your child’s birthday or for another event, you may want to go through the following tips. Let’s begin.
First and foremost, you ought to decide on what the theme of your party will be.
It’s the most important and obvious step to take first. Besides deciding on the theme, you’ll need to explain this to your invitees to ensure they understand what you expect on that day.
Honestly, there’s nothing to worry about. You don’t have to start thinking about how complex it should be. A simple one will very efficiently work like magic for you. The following ideas will help:
Garden Party
Garden party (e.g., ladybugs, garden fairies, bumble bees, etc.).
Pirate party. ( Try this scary crackle skull and bone sword with lights)
Deep blue sea party (including mermaids and other sea creatures).
Harry Potter party (such as witches, wizards, and dragons).
Princess party (e.g., beauty and the beast, Rapunzel, and so on).
Superhero party (e.g., Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Iron Man, or any caped crusader).
The second step to take is to decide on your themed party dress.
Now that you’ve decided on the theme, the dress is next. What will you ask your guests to wear to your occasion? What will the color of the costume be?
Do some research and create a list of the costumes you think can match your theme party. It would help to include only those readily available dresses in the market to lessen the hassle for parents. Also, ensure you share that list with them as soon as possible.
For example,
If you’re holding a pirate-themed party, anything depicting a design of cross-bones and skulls can be an excellent costume idea. Google can also be your friend in finding other relevant ideas online.
Your invitation cards should always reflect your party’s theme
If you want your party to stand out, this is one thing that you have to put your focus on. Making your invitation cards reflect the theme’s tone will appeal to your invitees.
Invitation card
For instance, if you opt for a garden party, you can design your invitation card to open like a bumblebee or butterfly. The only limit is your imagination.
Get a mirror photo booth
Your party can have double the fun once you include a mirror photo booth. Ensure you get one designed to reflect your party’s theme.
Mirror booth
Try getting some suitable props based on your theme (for instance, a pirate party could go well by getting a black eye flap that covers one eye and so on). Ensure that your mirror photo booth’s backdrop is also designed based on your theme to include the theme’s effect in every photo.
Organize some fancy food
To put the cherry on the cake, you got to arrange fancy meals that add to the overall effect of your theme party.
For example, try organizing some jelly boats if it’s a pirate party. They’ll match perfectly with your theme and enhance your occasion’s fun factor, and this is what you’re looking for.
Prepare for emergencies with several backups
Another prudent thing to consider is arranging for several backup costumes in case someone appears without one or has a ruined outfit for whatever reason. So, when noting down your agenda, remember to include a few backups for such emergencies.
Simple things such as a fairy wand or a cape (for a superhero party) are enough to do the trick.
Arrange for a special prize
There needs to be a decent prize for anyone whose costume is considered the best in the event. You can arrange for your guests to carry out an open vote before making the judgment. This is even a special treat for kids cause they always love prizes.
Prize
There’s often so much fun at a costume party. So, ensure that you prepare the same for your invitees. Hopefully, the above guide has given you a couple of ideas.