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Party Decorations

Party Decorations

Photos By: Alex Cao
Want decorating ideas that will take your celebration to the next level? Look no further -- we've got tips for every party style and budget.
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Colorful candy in differently shaped containers make for festive (and delicious) centerpieces.
Test tubes, beakers, and the periodic table set the perfect scene for a mad scientist-themed bar mitzvah.
An over-the-top jungle theme with live animals, tropical plants and flowers, African drummers, and more made for one wild bar mitzvah.
A traditional Asian-themed birthday party for three (Madison, 6; Max, 2; and Marcus, 1) was brought to life with Chinese dragons, a kung fu demonstration, authentic kimonos, and more.
A black, silver, and white winter wonderland fantasy with faux snow and bare birch trees set the tone for a 75th birthday party.
Sweet 16 goes Miami South Beach chic with an upscale lounge vibe. Hidden in the hot pink space was a long white table and chairs (made pink courtesy of the special lighting) for guests to sit and eat. Secluded with sheer curtains, the secret area featured opulent candles, elegant chandeliers, and tall floral arrangements wrapped in raffia.
Afternoon tea gets a pop of pizzazz at this colorful baby shower. The sweet treat buffet consisted of Jelly Bellies in “orange juice” and “bubble gum,” salt water taffy in orange and strawberry, plain and peanut M&Ms in pink, Hershey’s Kisses in pink foil, and gummy peach rings.
Zebra print and bold accent colors set the kitschy backdrop for this couple’s baby shower.
From the black-and-white checkered flags to the over-the-top, car-inspired cake, there were no red lights on the fun at this first birthday party.
A backyard Alice in Wonderland tea party was brought to life with whimsical teacups and colorful decor at this fifth birthday party.
A "Shower on the Ark" theme was perfect for this extra special baby shower for two sisters due two days apart. A giant ark, the centerpiece of the event’s decor, sat over the edge of the pool and was decorated with greenery and cuddly creatures.
A “bringing baby home to the nest” theme and a color palette of chocolate brown and robin’s egg blue were just the right combination for this baby shower celebration.
Varying the size and shape of décor as well as mixing in something unexpected (like the fruit used here) creates a cool look.
Creative menu cards (these ones look like starlight mints) add pizzazz to plain tables.
Centerpieces with just a couple of super-size blooms can have amazing visual impact.
Pink fuzzy lamps and tables lit from below make the decor at this Sweet 16 party truly dazzling for a night of dancing.
Cherry blossoms, apple blossoms, or other flowering branches make for gorgeous décor.
Hanging tealights from ribbons looks positively de-light-ful.
Table numbers done in this party‘s signature pattern coordinate perfectly with the blooms in the centerpieces.
Patterned linens and colorful napkins will take your tables to the next level.
Create fun boxes (like these paper-covered creations) for cards and monetary gifts.
Lemons and limes add unexpected color and texture to a floral centerpiece.
Don‘t forget hallways and walkways -- adding an extra touch (like the paper lanterns here) creates an unexpected surprise for guests.
Plain cocktail napkins are passe. Dress up drinks and appetizers with crumb-catchers sporting pretty patterns or the guest of honor‘s name.
Remind partygoers who the star is by hanging her name in lights!
Small centerpieces can still have a big impact. Keeping them monochromatic helps them to stand out.
Fresh flowers on your place settings and fancy chargers set the stage for a formal fete.
Alternating the colors of your table linens (these mix up orange, green, and pink) will make your room vibrate with energy.
Never underestimate the power of flowers. Even a simple vase of blooms adds elegance to any event.
Decorating with photos is a great way to up the nostalgia factor at a birthday or anniversary party.
Sunflowers, daisies, and calla lilies are perfect for a fall party.
Plain white napkins? Forget about it! Ask party rental companies about all of your options to create eye-popping tables.
Peach and white linens create a soft look for a quinceanera.
Who doesn‘t love kisses? Accent a simple centerpiece with a few pieces of candy for a fun touch.
Tall centerpieces give your fete a dramatic look -- just be sure they are narrow enough that guests can see (and talk) around them.
Guests entered this nightclub-theme Sweet 16 party on a pink carpet beneath a neon sign.
This lush, low centerpiece is surrounded by smaller arrangements of floating flowers for an elegant look.
Pearl napkin rings and pearl-topped favor boxes give this table an elegant appeal.
Why not give each table its own cake as a centerpiece?
A grouping of small centerpieces like these can have just as much impact as a big one.
Fun touches like tiki-style mugs and cocktail umbrellas give tables a tropical feel.
Two contrasting colors make place settings pop.
Gerbera daisies were the flowers of the day at this garden-theme quince.
The quince girl and her mother spent time before the celebration creating hand-made elements to add to the décor.
Creating a separate area for the adults at a Bat Mitzvah lets kids enjoy the fun stuff while still allowing the grown-ups a posh party style.
A hot pink and black color scheme set the stage at this Sweet 16 party.
Pastel roses and chandeliers set the stage for a formal quinceanera celebration.