Are you planning a special celebration inspired by the classic Disney musical, Beauty and the Beast? Whether you’re hosting a milestone birthday party or a romantic engagement, a themed party with special touches such as Belle- and Beast-style dress and interior design can really turn your celebration into something memorable. With a few helpful tips and tricks, it’s easier than ever to create the perfect party.
Picking the Perfect Venue
Most importantly, you need to find the right venue for your event. If you’re hosting a small, intimate gathering of friends and family, you may want to consider having the event take place in a private house. This allows you to personalize the space with decorations and even create your own private ballroom. For larger events, look for a local venue, such as a hotel or a banquet hall, that has ample space and beautiful surroundings.
When selecting a venue, make sure to consider the amenities that are available. Does the venue have a kitchen or catering services? Are there audio-visual capabilities? Does the venue have enough parking for your guests? These are all important factors to consider when selecting the perfect venue for your event.
Decorating Ideas
Once you’ve chosen your venue, it’s time to start getting the decorations ready! Create a romantic atmosphere with a rich colour palette in shades of gold, mauve and burgundy. Drape the walls with lush fabrics, such as velvet and satin, for added effect. For extra impact, light the venue with only candles – this will definitely give it a charming, Belle-and-the-Beast vibe! Add centerpieces inspired by the film, such as roses and candelabra.
You can also add some subtle touches of the movie to the decorations. Hang up a few framed movie posters, or place some figurines of the characters around the venue. You can also add some props, such as a spinning wheel or a teacup, to really bring the movie to life. Finally, don’t forget to add some music from the movie to the playlist – this will really help to set the mood!
Planning the Menu
As with any party, let the food set the tone. Serve up traditional French cuisine if you’re looking to create an authentic atmosphere: think croissants, pate and quiche. Delight guests with a show-stopping cake that’s inspired by the film’s iconic ‘tale as old as time’ theme. A meal that includes a three-course set menu with accompanying wines is also sure to be well-received.
Selecting Music and Entertainment
Of course, no Beauty and the Beast party would be complete without music and entertainment! Create an inviting environment by playing beautiful songs from the film. If your budget and venue allows for it, you might even want to consider hiring a live band to really set the scene. For the younger guests, consider activities such as Belle-and-the-Beast themed games, scavenger hunts, face painting or coloring.
Crafting Invitations and Favours
Put extra care into crafting beautiful invitations to your event – create something special by using antiqued paper, wax seals or hand-crafted calligraphy. Offer memorable gifts to each guest such as bookmarks in the form of old stories or tiny tiaras that look like Belle’s. Personalised mirrors with an inscription or symbol in golden or silver detailing are always appreciated.
Shopping for Costumes
Include a dress code on your invitations so that everyone can get into the spirit of the event by wearing Belle-inspired gowns or Beast-worthy tuxedos. Make sure your chosen venue has enough space for everyone to gradually transform into their beautiful counterparts – and just like that, your guests become part of the magic themselves!
Fun Activities for Guests to Enjoy
To really make the evening more exciting for your guests, introduce activities such as mimic-the-Beast competitions or dances in lines, like Belle did at her ball. The possibilities are endless! Set up game booths with carnival games from the film such as stacking cans or pick ‘the rose of luck’. You can even recreate the scene with Lumiere when Beast helps Belle explore Be Our Guest restaurant.
Capturing Memories with Photography
The best way to make sure that your beauty and the beast themed party remains memorable is to document every moment of it. Hire a professional photographer and encourage guests to take pictures with their phones to capture group shots of dancing or selfies in dapper costumes. You could even provide fun props like chandeliers and teacups so everyone can get into the spirit of things.
Creating Lasting Memories with a Themed Gift
For an extra special touch, provide each guest with an original gift like a custom music box or a pocket watch bearing a meaningful inscription. This will be a reminder of all the wonderful memories your celebration has created – making it one of the most magical nights your guests are sure to remember for years to come!
