Over the weekend, both Roxy Jacenko and Elsa Pataky threw the kids a lavish birthday party fit for royalty.
And they’re not the only ones. Thousands of parents across the country are ditching the Dougie Clown or the traditional ice cream cake for extravagant themed setups complete with tents, towering cakes and giant balloon installations.
Here, FEMAIL takes a look at the top LENZO kid’s party trends for 2018, along with some handy tips for creating them on a budget.
“Gone are the days of playing musical chairs and handing over parcels. Kids today are looking for bigger, better ways to get excited when celebrating a new age.
Over the weekend, both Roxy Jacenko and Elsa Pataky threw their children a royal extravagant birthday party (on the left is Roxy’s son’s construction-themed party, and on the right is Elsa’s daughter’s bohemian birthday party). glamping bash).
And they’re not the only ones. Thousands of parents across the country are ditching Duggy the Clown or the traditional ice cream his cake for extravagant themed setups complete with tents, towering cakes and giant balloon installations.
Gender-neutral and extravagant themes
Low-key themed birthday parties are nothing new, but caregivers are taking the idea of a “theme” to a whole new level, with food, costumes, and decorations all intricately planned ahead of the day.
Fairies, mermaids and superheroes are still popular, but so are monochromatic and “modern tent” themes.
Travel across the galaxy and escape this world with a completely unique galactic-themed event from ‘Feted Events’ or enjoy the Wild West-themed outdoors complete with Party Pony Cactus Pinata,” said LENZO. the team said.
“For those of us who don’t want to be stereotyped, gender-neutral themes like zoos and circuses are timeless and suit both boys and girls.
“For those of us who don’t want to be stereotyped, gender-neutral themes (left and right) like zoos and circuses are timeless and suit boys and girls alike.
Low-key themed birthday parties are nothing new, but caregivers have taken the idea of a “theme” to a whole new level, with food, costumes, and decorations all intricately planned ahead of the day (picture is a “magical fairy party”).
Fairies, mermaids and superheroes are still popular, but so are solid colors and “modern tent” themes (pictured is a unicorn-themed party).
bold and bright
Pretty pastels and neutral color palettes are popular in the kids’ party industry, but eye-popping bright color palettes are more popular than ever with both girls and boys.
“Kids are obsessed with color. What better way to celebrate their next birthday than with splashes of vibrant color from every angle?” said the LENZO team.
Standout parties included Emily’s Trollz-inspired rainbow disco party from Hey Sugar Styling, which she hosted for her daughter’s birthday.
Combine colorful garlands from Ruby Rabbit, balloon installations from Boutique Balloons, and mambo streamers from Poppies For Grace to bring your ideas to life.
“Kids are obsessed with color. What better way to celebrate their next birthday than with splashes of vibrant hues from every angle?” says the LENZO team (photo is Hey It’s a rainbow disco party inspired by Sugar Styling’s Trollz)
Combine colorful garlands from Ruby Rabbit, balloon installations from Boutique Balloons, and mambo streamers from Poppies For Grace to bring your ideas to life.
glamping
Girls and boys love the concept of glamping for birthday parties, just like Elsa Pataky’s daughter.
Whether it’s a bohemian outdoor spread or a living room tent setup, this theme is a modern take on the traditional sleepover.
“When the weather permits, you can use natural plants as decorations to host a fun outdoor party in your backyard or local park. Don’t have a big backyard? Turn your garage or lounge into the perfect setting. Let your imagination run wild!” let me work,” they said.
Girls and boys love the concept of glamping for birthday parties, just like Elsa Pataky’s daughter
Whether it’s a bohemian outdoor spread or a living room teepee setup, this theme is a modern take on the traditional sleepover.
“If the weather permits, you can host a fun outdoor party in your backyard or local park using natural plants as decorations,” they said.
Don’t have a big backyard?Transform your garage or lounge into the perfect setting – use your imagination
balloons, bunting, metal
Balloons are bigger than ever and parents swap out standard helium balloons for giant balloon installations, bunting and metal decorations.
“Balloons have come a long way since they were tied to ribbons and placed on the backs of chairs,” said the LENZO team.
‘Comprehensive balloon installations in themed colors are a great way to bring even more joy to your party. Combine with bunting and garlands for a screaming impact of fun.
Balloons are bigger than ever and parents replace standard helium balloons with giant balloon installations, bunting and metal decorations
“Balloons have come a long way since they were tied to ribbons and placed on chair backs,” said the LENZO team.
Colorful drip cakes and desserts
Cakes and desserts are a great way to bring out the theme and color scheme at your child’s party.
“Drip cakes are still very popular, to an almost surreal effect. Plus, they taste as good as they look. I love the dreamy cakes from Sweets with Love and the unicorn ice cream pops from Baked Beauties.” says the LENZO team.
Drip cakes are still very popular to an almost surreal effect. Plus, it tastes as good as it looks.
“We love Sweets with Love dreamy cakes and Baked Beauties unicorn ice cream pops,” said the LENZO team
