It’s almost time for the event of the season. We’re talking about the ultimate gathering that brings together all the special people in your life to celebrate you as a super mom-to-be and that amazing tiny human you are carrying inside of you. You guessed it — it’s time to talk baby shower party ideas.
When it comes to baby showers, first things first: You’ll want to pick a cute baby shower theme. The theme is the glue that holds everything together for your party. It guides your party planner in coordinating everything that happens before, during, and after the party, from shower invitations to baby shower games to decorations to desserts to party favors.
If you’re on the hunt for the most adorable baby shower theme, you’ve come to the right place. HATCH is here!
From part ideas to color palettes to standout decor to festive outfits, we’ve got you covered with all our favorite baby shower themes. No matter who the expectant parents are, there is a perfect baby shower theme out there for them.
Read on to learn some of our favorites, coupled with our top outfit choices to fit each theme.
Twinkle Twinkle Little Star
Make babe’s celebration absolutely dreamy with a theme that brings this favorite lullaby to life. First published as a poem in Rhymes for the Nursery and later adapted into a timeless song, “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star” is a theme that every age at the party can enjoy, whether it’s great grandma or your best friend’s two-year-old.
For the color scheme, think classy silver and gold; soft whites and blues also work well for celestially elegant dreamscape vibes. Baby shower decorations for this theme are easy too. Obviously lots of little stars, but also anything moon or cloud-related fits well into this peaceful, exquisite theme.
Candles, glitter, and baby’s breath flowers make for beautiful centerpieces, and star garlands alongside string lights can make for an equally pleasing backdrop.
Add in a dessert table with star-themed cupcakes, cloud-shaped cookies, and full moon cake pops. Don’t forget some to-go boxes so your guests can take some delicious starry treats home.
Speaking of party favors, little gift bags with star and moon-shaped soaps and tiny paper clippings of nursery rhymes are an adorable asset to a Twinkle Twinkle Little Star party. (Shower invite idea, anyone?)
Still trying to decide what to wear? For a simple, elegant look that’s sure to read lovely and serene, try our Eliza Dress. Made in a two-way stretch cotton viscose knit, it’s comfortable yet classy.
Timeless Vintage
Go timeless-retro-chic with a vintage baby shower theme. From an all-white color palette with satin tablecloths, pearls, and lace, to a pastel palette with antique furniture, record players, and thrifted centerpieces, this party theme can go down several different vintage decoration routes.
If you choose the minimalist route, go for luscious white satin tablecloths with a lace centerpiece of white roses. Touches of silver, rose gold, or cream will make the minimalist color scheme stand out even more — perhaps some rose gold napkin rings or place cards?
Subtle greenery will add a soft-hued touch to any backdrop, too. Eucalyptus works well for a nice vintage touch; it adds a soothing scent to the room.
Alternatively, you can choose an antique-themed retro style, complete with pastel-colored furniture and classy old-time record music playing. Light pinks and greens will add a nice touch to this theme, along with pearl strings or garlands and napkin rings with tassels.
Rock this party theme with our Marley Knit dress. With an option for a lilac or flax color shad, this luxe and lightweight dress knit from a fine linen-cotton blend yarn is sure to give off dashing voguish vibes for your timeless celebration. Add in a 1920s-era tiara and maybe some sparkly eyeshadow for a touch of Great Gatsby — but with a happy ending.
Take a Baby (Succulent)
A succulent-themed baby shower is the cutest gender-neutral theme and is one of the trending popular baby shower themes these days.
With earthy color tones (natural greens, browns, and whites, plus a splash of gold here and there), this theme is a breeze. Grab lots of greenery. Assemble these as table centerpieces, as a backdrop in hanging pots, and as floor decorations in large pots.
Generous greenery dresses up the room in a natural, down-to-earth, yet gorgeously captivating way. After all, who better to honor at your baby shower than Mother Earth herself?
Plus, for easy baby shower favors, each guest can take a succulent baby home with them to watch it grow alongside your baby! Consider an adorable flag in each succulent pot that reads something witty and cute, like “New baby in bloom” or “Watch me grow.” Seed packets or gardening supplies, like decorative flower pots, also make for lovely garden-esque party favors.
When it comes to succulent fashion, our Carolina Dress is sublime for this occasion. Cut from a soft, double gauze fabric; this lighter-than-air dress gives off an earthy, spring hue that is comfortable and down-to-earth.
Bohemian Dream
Whimsical, laid-back, and charming, a boho baby shower is a wonderful theme for any free-spirited parents-to-be out there. Another earthy theme, the bohemian aesthetic integrates many dynamic shapes, patterns, and art pieces.
As far as color palette goes, soft pinks, reds, and greens emulate boho, as do creams, shades of brown, and sometimes mustard yellows and navy blues. Think earthy but warm for color tone, and add in some patterns and textures (like area rugs or tapestries to hang on the walls). Anything fringe, crochet, or macrame works well for additional decorations, as does anything basket-like.
Basket-woven placemats, a macrame table runner, rose gold plates, and wildflower centerpieces can make an instantly iconic table setup. Try adding in some ferns and other forest-y hanging plants for a whimsical backdrop.
We’ve got you covered when it comes to the ultimate boho fashion choices. Our Heidi maternity jumpsuit breathes boho with its sandstone or black natural color shade and its ultra-chic cut fabric.
Alternatively, our Juliet dress is a charming, colorful patterned boho aesthetic choice, with a soft elastic waistband and a gathered skirt to give off ultimate charming yet versatile floral vibes.
Woodland Enchantment
Host a bewitchingly endearing celebration with a woodland baby shower. This is an eclectic and fun baby shower theme choice. It can work well for a boy baby shower, a girl baby shower, or a gender-neutral baby shower.
For a boy baby, consider a lumberjack-themed shower with plaid outfits, woodland creature cake toppers, firewood, and forest tapestries or backdrops. An enchanting fairy theme would work well for a girl’s baby shower, with soft pinks, creamy whites, and silver hues.
For a gender-neutral woodland party, transport your guests into the forest with an ultimate rustic, natural feel. Make the room an enchanted forest with woodland creatures like foxes, squirrels, rabbits, and deer. Hang string lights adorning the ceiling and walls, and little mushrooms, pinecones, and fern cuttings as table centerpieces.
Make it extra fun by reading fairy tales to your guests and your soon-to-arrive little one during the party!
We have a couple of favorite outfit choices for this enchanting theme. First, our Aurora Dress for a fresh take on plaid. With its crinkled gingham fabric and full button-front placket, this short, swingy dress is superb.
Our plaid Carolina Dress will captivate the room. Lightweight and viscose, you can rock this plaid look in rosebud or black, depending on the color scheme for your woodsy celebration.
Tea Time
Turn baby’s party into tea time with this classic theme. Go the elegant, classy route and host a high tea with floral accents, pastel palette decorations, fancy china, and delicate gold-lined tea cups. Have everyone dress in their favorite tea party attire, and consider giving everyone their own hand-painted tea cup to take home as a party favor.
Alternatively, go the whimsical, more light-hearted route with an Alice in Wonderland-themed tea party. Let your guests go down the rabbit hole with this fun theme, complete with bright neon pinks and purples, optical illusion posters or backdrops, and pocket watches to mark each table place card.
Serve finger sandwiches, tiny scones and cookies, and berry teas out of a picnic basket. Perhaps play the Alice in Wonderland movie in the background to add a nice visual and auditory element to the party.
Try on our Thea Dress for an easy, breezy, and all kinds of dreamy fashion choice for your tea party. With a daring V-neck and darling cut-outs, this style is perfect for any tea time, whether it’s down the rabbit hole in wonderland or at high tea hour at an elegantly set dining room table.
Finding the Theme for You
Whether your baby shower is gender-neutral, feminine, or an oh boy! moment, there is a party theme out there that is perfect for you and your little one’s family. If it’s still hard to decide what route you want to go, think about your baby’s nursery.
Does the nursery have a theme that you could model your party after? What do you love to do? Do you have a favorite band, movie, or pastime?
Whether it’s teddy bear-themed for a Winnie the Pooh gathering or a Disney celebration that celebrates the incoming little princess, each baby shower is unique and fun, as long as it’s something you enjoy!
The only thing that makes a baby shower “perfect” is that the expectant parents have a fantastic time making memories surrounded by their loved ones and special people in their life.
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