Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Quinceañera / Sweet 16 Order of Events

Read through our notes below on how to plan your event. You will also find explanations of the traditional events including the presentation of the last doll and the first dance.

Mass:
During the religious celebration (mass), the lady is walked down the aisle accompanied by her parents and her godparents. The lady is presented to the center of the alter for the mass. After the mass, the lady can choose to do the crowning, change of shoes, and the doll presentation. However, it is customary to do these traditions at the reception.

Reception:
After the mass, the festivities can begin with lots of food, drinks, and music. These parties are usually arranged around a particular theme. For ideas on many great lady themes, see our lady Themes idea page at www.my15birthday.com

Every reception usually includes the following:

The Introduction of the Court of Honor: 
To begin the festivities, the court of honor is first presented prior to the lady . Each name of the court of honor is announced as they enter. This announcement is usually done with background lady music. For a list of popular lady music, see our lady songs suggestion page.

The Presentation:
After the presentation of the court of honor, the lady is finally introduced. The lady may choose to walk in on the arm of her escort. A special song is also played for her entrance.

Change of the Shoes:
The lady shoes are changed to high-heals--this is done before she begins to dance her waltz.

Crowning of the lady :
The crowning of the lady is traditionally done by the mother of the lady . The headpiece worn by the lady is to be replaced with a lady tiara or crown. A scepter can also be presented to the lady at the same time.

Presentation of the Last Doll:
This represents the very last toy doll that she will receive.  Sometimes there is no formal announcement of this doll, and it usually sits on the table of honor near where the lady sits.  If there is a formal announcement it's usually done before she dances her waltz.

The Waltz:
The main highlight of the lady is the waltz or el vals. Months of practice are spent for this special dance prior to the day of the event. In most cultures, the lady first dances with her father during a special father and daughter dance. The lady finally dances with her court of honor.

The Toast:
The father usually leads the toast. The toast can also be done by the master or mistress of ceremony, bandleader, or even close relative or Padrino.

The Thank You:
The parents acknowledge her daughter's festive day.  The lady then gives thanks to her parents for everything they do as well as giving her the party. The lady also gives thanks to the sponsors for their contributions and to the guest for coming.



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