Masquerade Ball or "Unmask the Night" Party Ideas

RE: Masquerade Ball or "Unmask the Night" Party Ideas Post By M (Guest Post) (12/26/2008) I'm planning on having a new years masquerade 'magic' party. My color scheme is inspired by the colors in a peacock feather, and some of my decorations are real peacock feathers in center pieces, and wreaths and things like that. I'm actually buying some assorted color cheap plastic masks and sending them with the invite so everyone has one to decorate. Prizes will also be awarded for 'most creative' mask. I have no hall rented yet so I'm thinking im gonna have it in my basement (I have a huge basement btw) or maybe at a hall. I think I'm going to get a DJ too just to keep the party lively. I might even set up poker and black jack tables (don't worry were not using real money) to keep things fun,too. i put black- tie optional on the invite, so people wouldn't feel that they had to run out and buy a whole new dress or suit just for the party. For food I'm just doing drinks and dessert, and maybe snacks. What do you think? Is it too much for just one party? Have fun at your party and enjoy yourself! PS Happy birthday! -m Report Spam or Abuse RE: Masquerade Ball or "Unmask the Night" Party Ideas Post By sweetsixteen (Guest Post) (12/15/2008) Hey everyone :) My best friend is turning sixteen on Halloween next year and we are also doing a masquerade themed party. There will be about a hundred people coming but she has a huge backyard with a very large deck that we are using to have the buffet at and a lower deck will be used as the dance floor. The royal court will only consist of me, my date, our other friend, and her date. We are making our grand entrance from the woods behind her house. My dress will be black, hers will be silver, and our friend's will be very deep blue. Our dresses will be traditional masquerade dresses (the big poofy ones) and every one else will just be required to dress formal. We can't decide if we should make masks necessary to get in or just optional. If they are just optional, we will just buy a lot of cheap ones to have and give out to them. I think everyone needs to have a mask on at one point... Let me know what you think! Anything will help! Report Spam or Abuse RE: Masquerade Ball or "Unmask the Night" Party Ideas Post By sweetsixteen (Guest Post) (12/15/2008) Hey everyone :) My best friend is turning sixteen on Halloween next year and we are also doing a masquerade themed party. There will be about a hundred people coming but she has a huge backyard with a very large deck that we are using to have the buffet at and a lower deck will be used as the dance floor. The royal court will only consist of me, my date, our other friend, and her date. We are making our grand entrance from the woods behind her house. My dress will be black, hers will be silver, and our friend's will be very deep blue. Our dresses will be traditional masquerade dresses (the big poofy ones) and every one else will just be required to dress formal. We can't decide if we should make masks necessary to get in or just optional. If they are just optional, we will just buy a lot of cheap ones to have and give out to them. I think everyone needs to have a mask on at one point. Let me know what you think! Anything will help! Report Spam or Abuse RE: Masquerade Ball or "Unmask the Night" Party Ideas Post By Mollay? (Guest Post) (11/04/2008) I really wanna do a masquerade ball for my 17th birthday. I didn't have a great sweet 16, so my dad said I could have a good 17th. I'm really short on money, but I can work it out. All these ideas are great, its been a lot of help. Hope your parties are/went great! Report Spam or Abuse RE: Masquerade Ball or "Unmask the Night" Party Ideas Post By Katheryne (Guest Post) (10/25/2008) I'm having the same theme for my daughter's Sweet 16 in March. Her decoration colors are similar to Mardi Gras: Purple, Gold, and Green. The dress attire for her guest is Black & White Only. Her dress is Yellow and her girls are dressed in light shade of yellow so they can stand out from the guest. Her invitation were custom made with a mask included so they can wear them to the party, if not there will be masks available at the entrance. We rented a hall that holds about 300 people. Lots of friends. A special menu is catered for the adults. Since it is a teenager party I have a special buffet menu for them that they all love. Chicken Finger and Fries, Pizza and as for dessert theres a chocolate fountain and a sundae and candy buffet. It's easier for them since they like to hang out and mingle. A special thank you speech will be given. A father and daughter dance. Hats, boas, and glow in the dark item will be given out when all the dancing starts so they can party away. There a lot of places I got great at? I happy to give you the info. if needed. Hope you have a great one, because I know we will. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Masquerade Ball or "Unmask the Night" Party Ideas Post By Becky (Guest Post) (10/21/2008) Im planning a sweet 16 masquerade. I am having black red and purple theme because it is vampire based. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Masquerade Ball or "Unmask the Night" Party Ideas Post By Kirsten (Guest Post) (10/06/2008) I'm doing the same theme for my party. Only its a sweet 18. My colors are baby blue, gold, and white. =] Report Spam or Abuse RE: Masquerade Ball or "Unmask the Night" Party Ideas Post By blondieeee (Guest Post) (09/24/2008) I go to a continuation high school in So Cal. were doing a gothic themed masquerade for our prom. The colors are black, violet and deep purple. We have a small budget because our school is small. Any ideas where to get supplies and the things we need for that style of prom? Report Spam or Abuse RE: Masquerade Ball or "Unmask the Night" Party Ideas Post By (Guest Post) (09/22/2008) You can find masks on www.houseofmasquerades.com They have tons! Fancy or plain. I'm doing something similar, it's black and white formal party. I just need to find some food ideas. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Masquerade Ball or "Unmask the Night" Party Ideas Post By (Guest Post) (09/14/2008) Hey this party sounds like its going to be really great. I was thinking of having a party similar to it and I was wondering if you could e-mail me with like where you get all the masks and find decorations and stuff. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Masquerade Ball or "Unmask the Night" Party Ideas Post By Bee (Guest Post) (09/14/2008) Same! Sweet 16 Halloween masquerade, but my mum rented out the library to get a mysterious feel. As far as dress goes, I agree with everyone. Your girls may think it's great, but I know very few of my guy friends who would rent out a tux for a birthday party. My guy friend that is gay. I'm just having my friends dress up in their Halloween outfits and letting them either bring their own masks or get one at the party - tell them to keep their costumes nice, though. A contest might be a good idea - best costume, best mask, etc. It gets things going a little. Just because you can throw a wedding-like sweet sixteen, doesn't mean it has to be overwhelming. Remember, teenagers really just like to sit around and hang out. Don't make your party so nice it's threatening! Report Spam or Abuse RE: Masquerade Ball Party Ideas Post By Christina (Guest Post) (08/13/2008) It's my Sweet 16 also.. but I'm not like a richie rich so i can't just have my mom go rent a hall or something so it's at my house on my deck. Everyone's coming with either red, black, or white and coming with a masque they had either made themselves or bought. My party is Sunday and it is Thursday! YIKES! I think I can do this cause I am planning my party cause this is how it has to be done haha! I made a menu with appetizers, salads, entrees, desserts, and beverages and dinner is at 6 and we are doing like a "clue" type thing where in the beginning when you get there you pick a name out of a hat and that's what your called throughout the night. There is only 7 of us so it should be more fun then like 75 people cause then all 7 can interact at the same time. We will be voting on best masque and after supper play fun games around the table for example: Exquisite Corpse, Truth or Dare, What if..., and in the end an evening scavenger hunt. A friend of mine is going to be the waitress and also wear a masque along with my brother who will be the butler. I think this is fun and a great idea! and REALLY CHEAP so if you ever wanna do it send out invitations that just say BLACK TIE EVENT: MASQUERADE! we are wearing formal dresses and tuxes it should be an eventful and fun night! Have a GREAT DAY! Report Spam or Abuse RE: Masquerade Ball or "Unmask the Night" Party Ideas Post by ljsutton (2) | (07/31/2008) Contact your party sounds cute. i want to do a masquerade theme close to halloween. (my birthday is october 29) and OMG i live in mount holly, NJ and i cannot find a party place anywhere. i want around 75 people too. can you email and tell me the name of your party hall your having your party in?! dream3r97@yahoo.com thanks, lucy Report Spam or Abuse RE: Masquerade Ball or "Unmask the Night" Party Ideas Post by ljsutton (2) | (07/31/2008) Contact your party sounds cute. i want to do a masquerade theme close to halloween. (my birthday is october 29) and OMG i live in mount holly, NJ and i cannot find a party place anywhere. i want around 75 people too. can you email and tell me the name of your party hall your having your party in?! dream3r97@yahoo.com thanks, lucy Report Spam or Abuse RE: Masquerade Ball or "Unmask the Night" Party Ideas Post By jamarie (Guest Post) (07/18/2008) Mine is in May also and I don't know where to shop. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Masquerade Ball or "Unmask the Night" Party Ideas Post By vanna (Guest Post) (04/17/2008) Hello, well my school is having a masquerade, "Unmask the Night", and I was looking for more information on this subject, like decorations.... Should we do like a a lot of candles and chandeliers and roses? Please please PLEASE!! answer back....right away with your ideas Report Spam or Abuse RE: Masquerade Ball or "Unmask the Night" Party Ideas Post By Princess_2011 (Guest Post) (03/21/2008) Hey chicas, O.M.G your guys parties seem like their going to be AMAZZZING!!! Im also having a masqarade for my sweet sixteen..its going to be at the Marriot and some 200 ppl are coming...I have my dress and everything but i am so picky on what mask im going to wear...any help? What about colors? i was thinking black and silver but thats like to over done....? Adios, Princess"" Report Spam or Abuse RE: Masquerade Ball or "Unmask the Night" Party Ideas Post By dah (Guest Post) (03/20/2008) ok sorry but your all way to critical of this kid if her parents are willing o pay for a debutant ball wich is what a sweet 15-16 is then thats there problem not yours so back of and stop being so jealous. and have a wonderfull party with lots of pictures so you can remember it. you can always serve lots of appatizers and forgo a sit down dinner and have it cocktal dress instead of full blown black tie it may help you savemoneyand makeit a little more youth friendy you can serve sodas and even a few spritzers made with real fruit juice and soda. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Masquerade Ball or "Unmask the Night" Party Ideas Post By Wr@gd0!! (Guest Post) (02/21/2008) i was just checking to find a dress. This masquerade ball idea is great I'm using it for my wedding great idea you guys! Report Spam or Abuse RE: Masquerade Ball or "Unmask the Night" Party Ideas Post By Andi (Guest Post) (12/04/2007) Yeah Im doing the same thing HAHA and mines in may as well...well the party is, I found GREAT masks. :) My colors are purple, navy, black and silver, which arent very easy to find but the site for some pretty rad mask is. http://homepage.mac.com/koyawiz/hommask/PhotoAlbum3.html they're all gorgeous masks. :) LET ME KNOW IF I HELPED ANY:) InsanitysPicture AT aol.com Andi <3 Report Spam or Abuse RE: Masquerade Ball or "Unmask the Night" Party Ideas Post By BekamCamper (Guest Post) (08/02/2007) my sweet 16 is in feb. and i was planning the same idea. except with black silver and gold as the colors. i absolutly think it's an amazing party theme. hope yours turns our great and i'll let you know if i find any great places :) Report Spam or Abuse RE: Masquerade Ball or "Unmask the Night" Party Ideas Post By prom help! (Guest Post) (03/06/2007) hey everyone :) i was just looking though different sites to find ideas for a masquerade prom. me and my friends really want to pull this off because it sounds like an awesome theme! but do any of you have any ideas of decorations that we could use? or any good ideas? thank you ! byee Report Spam or Abuse RE: Masquerade Ball or "Unmask the Night" Party Ideas Post By Rocio (Guest Post) (11/04/2006) How exciting! It's your party do as you please. My daughter and I are planning her sweet 16 as we speak. It will also be, Phantom Of the Opera. Her party will be over 350 people just because hispanics always have huge families. My husband and I are both hispanic. Have fun at your party! Report Spam or Abuse RE: Masquerade Ball or "Unmask the Night" Party Ideas Post By Jenny (Guest Post) (08/17/2006) She asked for help on items for her party not to be criticized on her party!! Report Spam or Abuse RE: Masquerade Ball or "Unmask the Night" Party Ideas Post by Kristynne (2) | (08/03/2006) Profile | Contact actually we shop at Sam's alot so yeah imthinking of making everything by hand except for the cake..We're going to buy that XD lol Report Spam or Abuse RE: Masquerade Ball or "Unmask the Night" Party Ideas Post by mef1957 (258) | (08/02/2006) Profile | Blog! | Contact If you're looking for elegant, well, I really can't help there, but here are some ideas for the down to earth buffet styled food, really just basically finger foods, the stuff everyone loves! Lots of this you can make yourself ahead of time or buy in bulk at someplace like Sam's. Sandwiches cut into quarters and crust removed of egg salad, chicken salad and/or pimento cheese, veggie tray with ranch dip, meatballs, tiny sausages in barbeque sauce, sliced roast, turkey and/or ham with rolls, a selection of cheeses and condiments, mixed nuts, snack mix with pretzels, marinated crab claws, cheese puffs or cheese straws, hot crab dip and/or spinach artichoke dip with crackers, mini quiches, fried or barbequed split chicken wings or chicken strips, mini crab cakes, egg rolls, cold pasta salad, and of course some sweets! How about the main cake being a sweet sixteen cake, then some other type of cake like mandarin orange, carrot or pineapple, brownies, fruit salad, fresh fruits with a chocolate fountain, bowls of mixed chocolates, for beverages always have a special fruity punch with the regular soft drink selections. Maybe something hot like coffee or tea. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Masquerade Ball or "Unmask the Night" Party Ideas Post by Kristynne (2) | (08/02/2006) Profile | Contact Actually I've got black dresses for some girls, and also white ones. Half of my friends borrow them anyway X_X lol it's not a big deal. Also yes there there are tons of places to buy dresses for cheap also for tuxes the boys have them from 8th grade graduation. And half of them should still fit because alot of them are still the same size. Also I don't see why it's such a big deal, I mean it's putting in a few dollars into getting something. Half of my friends have gowns and tuxes. That's why I basically wanted it that way. i want this night to be remembered for everyone. I don't want it to end up being like my sister's sweet 16 planned at last minute. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Masquerade Ball or "Unmask the Night" Party Ideas Post by mef1957 (258) | (08/02/2006) Profile | Blog! | Contact I'm sorry ladies but I disagree. If Kristynne's parents are willing to host a bash for her sweet sixteen and pay for it, then its her perogative to have the type of party she wants to have, and to set the theme and dress code. It sounds like fun and I'm sure that everyone will be excited to attend and see what it's all about. I've always found that if there's a will, there's a way, so her guests will find a way to beg or borrow what they need to attend. This is your day sweetie and you will only be sixteen once. Your planning sounds fantastic ... good luck and enjoy your day! Report Spam or Abuse RE: Masquerade Ball or "Unmask the Night" Party Ideas Post by Allison (188) | (08/02/2006) Profile | Contact And, didn't Christine end up with Raul, not the Phantom? Report Spam or Abuse RE: Masquerade Ball or "Unmask the Night" Party Ideas Post by Allison (188) | (08/02/2006) Profile | Contact I agree with "Call me cheap." You are putting too much of a burden on your guests. If it was your wedding day, and the dress code applied to people actually in the wedding, that would be ok, but this is just a birthday party. It sounds like you have really high expectations of this party. I'm worried that things won't got exactly according ot your plan and you will just end up being disappointed. I think you should try to relax and plan a fun get together with friends rather than the absolute perfect evening. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Masquerade Ball or "Unmask the Night" Party Ideas Post By Call Me Cheap (Guest Post) (08/02/2006) I have twin 16 year old boys and if they were invited to a "birthday" party that they had to rent a tux to go to I would not allow them to attend. I think you are putting a lot of burden on your guests by dictating what they have to wear! Most kids this age don't have money of their own and it's your birthday so why make them spend this kind of money just to participate in your special day. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Masquerade Ball or "Unmask the Night" Party Ideas Post by little_sis1978 (5) | (08/02/2006) Profile | Contact for decorations or even dresses....EBAY!! Also you may want to check out any local Freecycle groups (freecycle.org) that may have some stuff. Also for decorations you can check out some of the party stores (especially around the new years) or even Oriantal Trading Post online. They have a ton of stuff. For foods it depends if you want to do a buffet or not. There are a lot of sites with sample menus...you just need to do a google search. Hope you find what you need and Happy early Birthday. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Masquerade Ball or "Unmask the Night" Party Ideas Post by cookwie (1166) | (08/02/2006) Profile | Contact Check out Goodwill for donated fancy gowns. In my town, about $25. Once you dry clean it and make repairs, if any, you will have something worth a lot more than you paid for it. Report Spam or Abuse