Last week, Shot of Brandi and Shot of Mom were challenged
to come up with 30th birthday party themes. I never turn down a
challenge, so I did some internal brainstorming and here’s what I came up with!
Editor’s Note:
I believe the best themes come from something that is “you.” Do you have a
favorite color? TV show? Passion or hobby like cooking, crafting, etc.? Start
there and then build out a theme. If you are still stumped, then keep reading ;
)
Image sources:
Neon
invite via Paperless Post, Glow
Necklaces, Glow
Glasses, Glow
Cups, Neon
garland via Etsy (you can make this)
1.
Neon:
2012 was a big year for neon. American Apparel has been selling bold colors for
some time, but big retailers like Gap, J. Crew and Express hopped on to the
trend. This is my top choice because:
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Attire:
Those gals and guys into themes shouldn’t have a tough time finding something
to wear to this party (see retailers above). For those that like to do the
minimal to participate can add neon bracelets or necklace. Easy, right?
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Décor:
Go nuts at Oriental Trading. They have neon everything – including glow
bracelets, necklaces and balloons. Easy again.
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Drink:
Brands like DeKuyper make it easy to create bold drinks and jello shots. Don’t
forget some three olives Dude.
Image sources:
Asos
sequin bow dress (on sale!), Sequin
Bowties, Bow
invite via Paperless Post, Emergency Bow Ties via me!
2.
Sequins
& Bows: This is a VERY Shot of Brandi* theme (pretty much describes
my whole closet), but almost anyone can pull this off.
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Attire: Pretty
self-explanatory here: sequins and bows. Girls likely already have something in
their closet. For the guys, this can mean bow ties.
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Décor:
I’m a bit over the whole moustache trend (sorry), BUT I’ll allow an exception here. Add bows to balloons and on centerpieces. You
can also buy some inexpensive sequin trip to add as a table runner or around
vases.
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Drink:
This party calls for some bubbly in bow adorned wine and martini glasses. For
the guys, whiskey drinks.
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Twists to
this Theme: Feathers & Fedoras, Lace & Leather
Image sources: Black
Light Beer Pong Set, Red
Solo Cup invite via Andersruff
3.
Let’s
Have as Much Fun as Two 15-Year-Olds: Okay, this theme is a mouthful,
but I saw this slogan on a birthday card and couldn’t stop thinking of the
possibilities.
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Attire: What
did you wear when you were 15? For me, I’d adorn some Abercrombie and Express
logo items. Looking back at pics, most of my 15-year-old fashions are back in style...jean shorts, crop tops,
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Décor:
Throwback photos from your 15-year-old days. I’m sure some St. Ides Special
Brew would make an appearance in my images.
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Drink:
This is where the fun starts. I’m not sure they still make that Special Brew,
but I know they still make Mad Dog. Add in Peach Schnapps, some cans of Natty
Light and Keystone and you’ve got a Bowling Night party right there. I also
recommend adding some big kid drinks. You likely can’t recover like your
15-year-old self.
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Activities:
Circle of Death, Beer Pong and Flip Cup tourneys are obvious, but why not throw
in a “run from the cops race”
Some other
themes:
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Bacon
& Beer: Bacon dishes and craft beer tastings
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Plaid
Party: Everyone wears plaid
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Say Good
Bye to the Roaring 20’s: Think flapper theme
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1930’s party:
Very similar to the 20’s party, but prohibition was repealed in the 1930’s and
there a lot of cool cocktails you can play around with. And the year is pretty
rad - get it…you turn 30…the year 30…LOL
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Decade
themes: 80’s, 90’s, etc.
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1983
Party: People turning 30 in 2013 were born in 1983. Think of things that
happened that year…
o MJ
introduces the Moonwalk
o Sally
Ride is the first woman in outer space
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Roller
Skating: THIS is what I wanted to do for my 30th, but I couldn’t
find a place in Pgh that would allow us to bring in alcohol. Yes, I called
around (“Hi, I want to have my birthday here…it’s for me, I’m turning 30…can we
bring alcohol?”)
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Bottles
and Brushes (paint party): There are a number of places locally that host
these
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