Ideas for a Kid’s Fancy Dress Party

Children love to express their imagination through play so letting them dress-up every now and again is a joy for both child and parent (since it puts us in mind of our own childhood fantasies). Whether you’re planning a fancy dress theme for your child’s birthday or simply wish to indulge them in a little fun and adventure this summer, the following themes are perfect for any family budget.  Favourite colourThis will make for a very colourful party atmosphere and is a theme you can easily extend into the decorations and food if you were to serve rainbow cake or coloured macaroons for example. Plus, it’s worth noting that not every girl will be into pink fairies or Barbie so this will give guests a little more freedom and individuality when it comes to their costumes. Impress parents even further by providing guests with matching goody bags as they leave i.e. all blue sweets, blue pads and crayons etc. Beginning with the letter...Picking a letter to decide your choice of fancy dress outfit is a great idea as it gives kids the chance to be a tad more creative with their choice of costume and is a little more original than the average kid’s party theme. Discuss this with your child if you are hosting a birthday party for them - perhaps they have a favorite letter. If the letter is C, for instance, guests may come dressed as a cat, a clown or even a caveman! MagicYoung kids adore magic in all its forms whether it’s a clever card trick or the Harry Potter franchise. If your child fancies themselves as a wizard or a sparkly fairy, this theme will go down a treat. Don’t fret if not - you can find inspiration almost anywhere. Branch out into Disney costumes or famous characters from fables and nursery rhymes.With any theme you choose, be sure to decorate your invitations in the same way. Save money and create your own cool invites by adding lace or sequin detail on the card for a princess themed bash or a skull and crossbones motif for a pirate party etc. Kid’s parties needn’t cost the Earth - no matter how many children you plan on inviting!  To throw a great fancy dress bash for your little ones without the fuss, try an online costume retailer such as Ace Fancy Dress to provide for the day. Once you have your party wardrobe sorted, all that’s left to consider is the food selection and party games!
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