A sweet sixteen is a big milestone, and the color scheme sets the tone for the whole party. These 12 palettes range from classic pink and gold to edgy black and silver, Euphoria-style neon and soft pastels, for decor, the cake, the dress and the invitations.
Pink and gold
The classic sweet 16 look; girly and glam.
Lilac dream
Soft purples for a fairy-tale or butterfly theme.
Black and silver
Edgy and elegant; great for a night-out or casino theme.
Euphoria neon
Glittery purples and teals inspired by TV-show makeup.
Pastel rainbow
Sweet, soft and very photogenic for balloons and desserts.
Rose gold glam
Rose gold with blush; trendy for cakes and backdrops.
Butterfly garden
Pastel greens, pinks and lavender with butterfly details.
Disco ball
Mirror silver with hot pink and violet for a dance party.
Blue and silver
Cool, icy tones; great for winter or Paris-themed parties.
Hot pink and black
Bold and fun with a bit of attitude.
Peach and champagne
Soft and warm; flatters most skin tones in photos.
Emerald and gold
A rich, mature look for a formal party.
Tap a color to copy its hex code. The pencil icon opens the palette in the editor so you can change it.
Let the birthday girl pick
Show her two or three palettes and let her choose. It's her milestone, and the colors will show up in the dress, cake and photos she'll keep for years.
Coordinate the dress and backdrop
Pick a backdrop color that contrasts with her dress so she stands out in photos. A pink dress pops against gold, white or black backdrops.
Carry the colors into the details
Use the palette on invitations, balloon garlands, the cake, the dessert table and party favors. Small touches like matching cups and straws make the party look professional.
Pink and gold, rose gold, lilac, black and silver, and pastel rainbows are some of the most popular color schemes.
What's the difference between a sweet 16 and a quinceañera?
A sweet 16 is a 16th birthday party common in the US, usually less formal. A quinceañera celebrates a girl's 15th birthday in Latin American culture, often with religious and family traditions.