Turning 16 is a momentous occasion which calls for a celebration that your friends will not soon forget. If you have decided to have a party for your sweet 16, you might be considering the details such as food, drinks and whether the party will have a theme. A hip hop themed sweet 16 birthday party is a great option if you and your friends enjoy hip hop music and culture. Does this Spark an idea?
Invitations
You can establish your party's theme from the moment your guests read the invitation. If you choose to buy invitations, look for colors, fonts and accents that coincide with your hip hop theme. Apply stickers to the invitations for an added touch, such as musical notes, records, stereo systems or headphones. Making your own invitation gives you complete artistic control over the end result, but it requires more time. If you decide to make your invitations, consider creating invitations in the shape of a record or boom box. You can also use a graffiti font to help set the theme of the party.
Music
No party is complete without music. The obvious music choices for a hip hop themed party are your favorite hip hop songs. Spend some time before the big day to gather your favorite albums and songs to play at the party. Another idea is to ask each of your friends to bring their favorite hip hop album with them. Rotate the CD's during the party. Play as many as possible for a wide variety of music. Test your sound system before the party starts to make sure that everything is working properly. Remember, your music should be loud enough for everyone to hear, but it shouldn't be so loud that it makes communication a challenge.
Dress Up Competition
Consider asking your guests to dress up in their favorite hip hip outfits for the party. You will need to mention this on your invitations; make sure to tell each guest before the party. Let your guests know that the person with the best outfit wins a prize to give them motivation to put together their hip hop costumes. If your friends need ideas, suggest they do their hair like their favorite hip hop artist or wear clothes similar to those worn in a popular music video. During the party, have each person write down their vote for the person with the best hip hop outfit. Count the votes and award the winner with a small prize, such as a CD or a gift certificate to a hip hop store.
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