Introduction
For a celebration that radiates glamour and fun, a glitter themed hen party is the perfect choice! This dazzling theme adds a touch of sparkle to the festivities and sets the stage for an unforgettable night with the bride-to-be and her closest friends.
From shimmering outfits to glittering decorations, every detail is sure to shine bright and create magical memories with this hen party theme.
Is This Theme Right For the Bride?
Before diving into planning a glitter themed hen party, consider the following questions to determine if it’s the right fit for the bride:
- Does the bride love all things sparkly and glamorous?
- Is she comfortable being the centre of attention and embracing a theme that shines bright?
- Will the majority of the guests enjoy dressing up and getting into the glittery spirit?
- Does the chosen venue allow for glitter decorations and activities?
Taking these factors into account will help ensure that the glitter themed hen party is a perfect match for the bride’s personality and preferences.
What to Wear
Get ready to shimmer and shine with these fabulous outfit ideas for a glitter themed hen party:
- Sequin Dresses: Turn heads in a stunning sequin dress that catches the light and adds a touch of glamour to the celebration.
- Glitter Accessories: Elevate your look with glittery accessories such as sparkling earrings, shimmering necklaces, and glitter-infused heels.
- Metallic Tops: Opt for metallic tops in silver, gold, or rose gold hues for a chic and stylish ensemble that reflects the theme’s sparkle.
- Glitter Makeup: Add a touch of sparkle to your makeup look with glitter eyeshadow, shimmering highlighter, and glittery lip gloss.
- Sparkle Bomber Jackets: Stay stylish and cosy with a glittery bomber jacket that adds a playful twist to your outfit while keeping you warm during outdoor celebrations.
These outfit ideas are perfect for embracing the glitz and glamour of a glitter themed hen party and will ensure you shine bright all night long!
Glitter Themed Hen Party Decorations
Create a dazzling atmosphere with these glitter-themed decoration ideas:
- Glitter Balloons: Inflate balloons with helium and sprinkle them with glitter for a glamorous touch that floats above the party.
- Glitter Table Centerpieces: Adorn tables with glittery centrepieces such as sparkling vases filled with glitter-covered flowers or shimmering candles.
- Sequin Table Runners: Line tables with sequin table runners in silver, gold, or rose gold hues to add instant glamour to the dining area.
- Glittery Backdrop: Create a stunning backdrop for photos with a glittery wall or curtain that serves as a sparkling focal point for the party.
- Disco Ball: Hang a disco ball from the ceiling to cast mesmerizing light patterns and create a dance floor that sparkles and shines.
These decorations will transform any venue into a glittering wonderland and set the stage for an unforgettable celebration.
Glitter Themed Hen Party Activity Ideas
These activities are sure to add sparkle and excitement to your hen party plans and create unforgettable memories for the bride-to-be and the whole group.
- Glitter Makeup Workshop: Hire a professional makeup artist to host a glitter makeup workshop where guests can learn how to create dazzling looks using glitter and shimmering cosmetics.
- DIY Glitter Crafts: Set up a crafting station with supplies for creating glittery accessories such as custom wine glasses, glittery phone cases, or sparkling hair clips.
- Glitter Dance Class: Book a dance class with a glittery twist – maybe choose a classic song from the 70s or 80s and dress up in your best disco glittery outfits.
- Craft Workshop: Whether it’s ceramic painting, flower crown making or garter decorating, there are fun ways to add glitter and glitz to a crafty hen party workshop.
Hen Party Games
Working the glitter theme into your hen party games can be really easy and help to bring to theme into every aspect of the event. They’re a great way to help everyone get to know each other and to fill those in-between times in your event schedule with something fun.
- Glitter Treasure Hunt: Hide glittery treasures around the venue and challenge guests to find them all for a chance to win prizes.
- Glitter Pictionary: Play a round of Pictionary with a glittery twist, where guests must draw glitter-themed images and phrases for their team to guess.
- Glittery Game Sheets: No matter which hen party game you choose, a simple way to work in your glittery theme is to decorate the printed sheets with some glitter!
Food Ideas
These glittery delights will satisfy cravings and add sparkle to your hen do menu:
- Glitter Cake Pops: Serve bite-sized cake pops coated in edible glitter for a sweet and sparkling treat.
- Glittery Cupcakes: Decorate cupcakes with glittery frosting or edible glitter for a dazzling dessert that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
- Edible Glitter Frosted Doughnuts: Work the glitter colour into your theme and make these gorgeous sparkly rings.
- Ferrero Rocher Tower: Stack those tasty golden treats in a tower or tree shape.
- Popcorn: Dust some popcorn with edible glitter for a glam snack for a hen party sleepover or hang out in your home or accommodation.
Drink Ideas
Quench your thirst with these glitter-themed drink ideas:
- Glitter Champagne: Serve champagne or prosecco with edible glitter for a sparkling toast that’s worthy of the occasion.
- Glitter Cocktails: Mix up a variety of glitter-infused cocktails, such as a shimmering vodka lemonade or a glittery gin and tonic, for a refreshing and glamorous drink option.
- Glitter Mocktails: Create non-alcoholic glitter drinks for guests who prefer a booze-free option, such as sparkling glitter lemonade or a shimmering berry mocktail.
Glitter Themed Hen Party Playlist
We love a good hen do playlist and we think the following glittery and sparkly songs will add a really fun touch to your glitter themed hen party!
- P!nk – Glitter In The Air
- The Beatles – Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds
- Vanessa Amorosi – Shine
- Midnight Star – Golden Touch
- Rihanna – Diamonds
- Barns Courtney – Glitter And Gold
- Aretha Franklin – Sparkle
- Kylie Minogue – Raining Glitter
- Fuel – Shimmer
- Taylor Swift – Afterglow
- David Bowie – Golden Years
Ideas For Special Touches
Make your glitter themed hen party even more memorable with these special touches:
- Glitter Party Favours: Send guests home with glittery party favours, such as mini bottles of glitter nail polish, glittery hair accessories, or sparkling lip gloss.
- Glitter Tattoos: Offer glitter tattoos as a fun and temporary way for guests to add some sparkle to their look and commemorate the occasion.
- Glitter Confetti Popper: Surprise the bride-to-be with a glitter confetti popper for a magical moment that’s sure to make her feel special.
- Glitter Photo Frame: Create a DIY glitter photo frame for guests to use in the photo booth or as a prop for group photos.
- Glitter Manicure Station: Set up a manicure station with glitter nail polish and nail art supplies for guests to give themselves sparkling manicures.
These special touches will add an extra layer of sparkle and excitement to the hen party, ensuring that it’s a celebration to remember.
Conclusion
A glitter themed hen party is the perfect way to add some extra sparkle and shine to the celebration. With glamorous outfits, dazzling decorations, fun activities, and delicious treats, this theme is sure to create magical memories that the bride-to-be and the whole hen group will cherish forever.
So embrace the glitter, let your inner sparkle shine, and get ready for a hen party that’s truly glitter-tastic!
