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Tips for a Retro Debut Theme Done Right

Choosing and conceptualizing a theme is almost always the fun part of planning your debut. There are many styles and aesthetics — anything should reflect what YOU want, from a magical enchanted garden to an elegant black-tie event. There are more fun themes for your debut and one rising in trend is the retro debut theme.


A retro theme refers to recent eras like the glam rock 1970s or the bold prints of the 1960s. To immerse you and your guests in this stylish theme, here are our tips and tricks on how to pull it off: 


How to Conceptualize Your Retro Theme


Step 1: Pick Your Era

Decide on a specific decade that resonates with your personality. Do you like the free-spirited energy of the 1960s or the electrifying vibes of 1970s disco? It’s best to have a clear vision of what you want so everything goes smoothly.



Step 2: Choose a Color Palette

Choose and stick to a color palette to make everything more cohesive. Pastel colors pair well with a 1950s diner theme, while purples and silvers can complement a disco theme.


Step 3: Plan Décor and Styling

It’s important to have era-appropriate decor when you’re going for a retro theme. Have cassette tapes and neon signs for a 1980s party while flowers and peace signs are for the 1960s. 


Step 4: Dress Code

Dressing up for the theme can tie a whole event together. The debutante should lead her guests in aligning with the theme. 


Tip: put keywords or pictures of the outfits in your invitations so guests can have a clearer vision of what you want for your theme.


Step 5: Curate the Playlist

Amp up the ambiance of a retro theme with music from that era. Play popular songs so people can get the melody easily.


Tips to Nail the Retro Vibe

Nail the retro debut theme with the small details. Make your invitations retro-inspired and have vintage furniture and props for photo ops. Your cake and desserts should also be in theme. You can also include live music or dance-offs for entertainment.





Why Go Retro for Your Debut?

Retro themes are rising in popularity since they are unique and memorable for you and your guests. It is also fun to decorate and customize, allowing the debutant to play with the elements and express their creativity. 


Celebrity Inspirations for Retro Debuts

Looking for more inspo? Here are our favorite Filipino celebs rocking the retro theme for their debuts!


Miel Pangilinan: 1970s colorful disco debut.




Juliana Gomez: A disco-themed party filled with glamour.




 

Ylona Garcia: Vintage 1950s theater concept for an elegant yet nostalgic feel.

 




Sam Cruz: Pre-debut photoshoot in a 1950s diner setup.




In all, the retro debut theme is a fun theme to plan and execute. You can choose from a cute 1950s diner theme or an exciting 1970s disco theme. Whatever you choose, make your personality shine!


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