What to Expect When Hiring Quinceanera Decorators

More often than not, families will hire someone to decorate for quinceañera celebrations. If you are planning a medium-to large sized party, I always recommend that girls and their families hire decorators. Trust me, it's worth the money. You don't want to be hassled with finding quince decorations, centerpieces, etc.

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Things to know before hiring a 15 decorator:

Take time to determine exactly what style you want. Call several quinceanera decorators in Austin to find out about pricing ranges.
When talking with decorators, be specific about the style and quality of decorations that you want. Changing things will cause problems and increase the prices. Before you sign the contracts, understand exactly what your decorator will be doing and not doing. Don't expect them to do something that was not discussed or was not clearly stated in the contract.
You should always be able to pay at least half in advance as a deposit. This allows the decorator to buy the things they need for the party. The second half should be paid 3-4 days before the event. This ensures payment and prevents the embarrassment of having a vendor ask for money during the event.
Know your final head count so you wlll know the exact number of things you will need like centerpieces, tables, etc. Never expect the decorator to bring more than you have paid for. It is sometimes a good idea to order one more of everything so you don't get caught short-handed.

Things to Ask Yourself Before You Talk to the Decorator

Do you want flowers in the centerpieces?

If yes, will they be real or fake?

If no, what will I decorate the tables with?
Candy pieces? Balloons? Homemade trinkets? Photographs? (This is one area where it can pay off to be unique and creative on your own. But if you're going to make your own decorations or centerpieces, don't try and do it if the party is going to have over 100 people. This can be a disaster and a lot of work!)

What sort of lighting will be used?

Lighting can make or break any quinceañera celebration. Ask your decorator what they recommend. Know that you can buy some really cheap standing lights from places like IKEA and then put theme-colored bulbs in them.

What sort of decorations will your entrance have?

Balloon arches? Something more traditional?

Decoration Ideas to Avoid!

Using quinceañera dolls as table centerpieces. There should only be one doll, the last doll (ultima muñeca).
Too many balloons at a table. You want to be able to see everyone at your table. Too many balloons can cause issues!
Using decorations that do not properly fill out the space you will be renting. Everything should be done in proportion. This provides symmetry. And symmetry is beauty.
Don't order 15 decorations before you decide on your dress. Decorations should complement the color theme of a quinceañera dress.