Decorations & Themes

Embodying Historical Fashion for an Alternative Quinceañera Look

With thousands of girls celebrating their quinceañeras each year and with each of them wanting to stand apart from the rest, it can get incredibly exhausting trying to figure out how to be one of a kind. But by taking a trip down memory lane to the “Roaring 1920’s”, 1940’s Old Hollywood or as far back as the 1800’s, quinceañera’s can incorporate historical fashion into their own quinceañera styles for a truly distinctive look.

Vintage Renewal
Since the minimal touches of black are what make this 1920’s vintage inspired style work, a simplistic ivory gown will do the trick. For this look we have replaced the traditional tiara with an oversized floppy hat that is adorned with a simple off-white flower detail. By incorporating the hot pink lip color with nude eye shadow for your makeup look, you’ll be adding a modern twist while keeping to the simplicity of the style. This playful approach gives you the freedom to wear comfortable shoes like the popular ankle booties or black ballerina slippers. To complete your vintage renewal look, throw on layers of accessories mixing in black pearl bracelets with a classy silver watch. If you wish to keep the vintage look as unique as possible, look through some of your mother’s or grandmother’s accessories in search of pieces that will be completely distinctive and dear to your heart.

For this look, think 1920’s whimsy meets modern day edge.

Old Hollywood Glam
With the retro hairstyle best known as “the peek-a-boo” and by wearing the makeup that defined the iconic actresses of the 1940’s, any quinceañera can be transformed into a bombshell herself. The key to achieving this look lies with the s-waved hairstyle and the classic makeup that consists of red lips, stretched eyeliner and vanilla shimmered eye shadow. You’ll want to wear a full white gown with a bodice in either a corset or halter type that is adorned with crystalline embellishments. This style calls for glitzy strap-on heels also adorned with a crystalline sequence. The waist of the gown should be cinched to create a slimming silhouette and the skirt of your gown can be as simple as you’d like. For a modern twist, you can include a floral bouquet that has lots of glitz to it like a diamond and shimmer bouquet.

For this look, let Old Hollywood actresses Ava Gardner, Rita Hayworth and Katharine Hepburn serve as your inspirations.

Alternatively Romantic Youthful Romance
Loving, sweet and honest, this modern throwback to bustled gowns is as playful as it is romantic. With a torso that accentuates the waist, bust line and shoulder blades, this quince style is reminiscent of the Victorian gowns that women wore in the 1800’s. Elegant accessories that draw attention to the torso, like a gold necklace for example, properly accentuate the entire look. An up-do hairstyle with either crown braids or braided buns best suit this look and can be altered into a more contemporary style if adorned with a feather, flower or hairpin. And for your floral bouquet, an arrangement in the same color palette as your dress along with added touches of gold will add to the richness of the overall look. For a makeup style plays up your youthful glow, choose eye shadows and face powders in golden and bronzed hues. The golden goddess makeup will sit well with the elegant gown and will complete the overall feel of youthful romance.