Betty Boop Party Ideas
A Betty Boop theme party
Little Betty Boop Party (Child to Teenager)
Little girls are in love with pink and so is Betty Boop, so you can make pink as the main color when decorating the room and choosing your menu for the party. Also, add a few red accents (Betty Boop’s specific color) and do not forget to insert some black and white accents to highlight the ‘30s style. Use pink and red balloons to decorate the party area. Look for balloons decorated with hearts and lips to make them more Betty’s style. Also, purchase some white stuffed dogs with black patches so that every girl will have her own Pudgy.
Include as many pink and red objects as you can to create the impression that you are in Betty’s room. Purchase some glittering clothes in these colors and throw them around the room to make the girls feel like they are in Betty Boop’s boudoir. If you can find enough clothes resembling Betty’s style you can even make the girls dress up in them and become Betty Boop! You can be sure they will have lots of fun admiring themselves in the mirror.
Also, organize a small make-up corner, where the girls can have fun re-creating the Betty Boop look. This is what they mean by glamorous party, so let them have their share of fun. If they have not used make-up before supervise them to prevent any type of possible accidents.
Serve them strawberry milkshake (it is pink so it will go great with the décor), strawberry ice-cream, strawberry cotton candy and everything you can think of containing strawberries; chocolate cake with vanilla ice-cream and pink, non-alcoholic champagne for some bubbles. Also, some sandwiches will be great if the party lasts longer. Cut them in triangles or use cookie cutters for making stars, hearts or any other shapes you have in your kitchen. The girls will love them!
For entertainment you can play different Betty Boop games that can be found on the internet (most of them are free to download). You can also give a piece of paper to each girl and play “Who is it?” In this game the girls should draw an animal or human head, then fold the paper so that only the neck will be visible and pass the paper to the next girl, who draws the torso, folds the paper and passes it on to the next girl who draws the legs. Then the paper is unfolded to see the creature.
For the invitations print a drawing featuring Betty Boop on pink paper and cut it into a heart shape.
Grownups’ Sex Symbol Party
If for little ladies the Betty Boop themed parties will mainly exploit this character’s passion for fashion and good looks, the women’s party will mostly draw on Betty’s sexuality as well as on her backgrounds: the Jazz Era and the ‘30s. For this, you will have to create an art deco environment. You can find lots of objects inspired by that period in the thrift shops, so do not be afraid to experiment and redecorate your room or your house in that style for one night. Go for opulence and straight lines, feel free to experiment and adjust the art deco style to your needs. It will be a nice exercise for you and a stunning surprise for your guests.
Follow the idea of a Hollywood starlet boudoir and add a make-up corner just like in the girl’s party. Regardless of their age, women love to look good and will not refrain from making some retouched to their make-up once in a while or even change it according to your theme!
Ask your guests to dress like Betty Boop and at their arrival offer them some feather boas to add a more glamorous and fun touch to your party. Also, place some large golden earrings and some matching bracelets on the make-up table, so that those who did not get dressed for the event can accessorize their outfit and look more like Betty Boop!
Serve your guests with elegant and delicious deserts including chocolate cake with vanilla ice-cream and strawberries covered in chocolate or whipped cream. They always work great for a girls’ party! Use vintage plates and cutlery to recreate the ‘30s atmosphere. Accompany your precious desserts with a glass of champagne.
While you are eating, play (on your computer or TV) a selection of the best Betty Boop cartoons. This way you will spend some entertaining moments and get more inspiration for your next activities or for your make-up and costuming. The rest of the party play Jazz music and try on some of Charleston, Shimmy, Bunny Hug or Black Bottom dances. This will further introduce you in the Jazz Era atmosphere.
Apart from dancing and watching Betty Boop cartoons, other activities can be used to entertain your guests. Asking them to carry a glass filled with water wearing heels and a book on their head is another great way to spend the time. The first one reaching the finish line without spilling a drop of water is the winner.
For Betty Boop invitations, pick a stylish picture, print it on white or champagne paper and seal it with a red lipstick mark. It will give it a personal and sexy look.
When it comes to Betty Boop themed parties the key of success lies in creativity. Play with art deco, jazz, glamorous looks and elegant desserts and you will have the perfect party, the party that will be remembered by all those taking part in it!