Every Quince girl looks forwards to her Quinceanera dance. From the first few waltz steps with her father to a slow romantic dance with her special chamberlain, each quinceanera dance seems to bring with it a new set of cherished memories. When trying to build a meaningful play list it is sometimes a good idea [...]
One of the most exciting elements to any girl’s 15th birthday is her quinceanera dress. It has to be perfect! But which one should you choose? Should you stay traditional? Or should you try something a little more modern and maybe find a dress that is different from everyone else’s quinceanera dresses? Here are some [...]
There are very few movies that are produced and released to the general public that explore the culture and heritage of Mexican-American people. There are even fewer that could be considered a Quinceanera movie and are based on the anticipation that young girls feel about this important milestone.
The Quinceanera enters the hall wearing a flowing, white gown. In her hands she holds a sparkling scepter and on her head wears a glittering crown adorned with the number fifteen. Surrounded by her court of fourteen close friends and relatives she is smiling in anticipation of her Quinceanera waltz. Walking in simple flat heeled [...]
As an outsider looking in, a Quinceanera or Quince Anos celebration may seem like an elaborate version of any “sweet sixteen” party. However, the truth is, this tradition has very deep-set roots, dating back to the time of Mayan and Aztecan society. During these times it was common for young girls at the age of [...]
Though most of the planning of a quinceanera celebration is focused on the dinner and party, the traditional Mexican quinceanera mass is also an important part of this deeply rooted tradition. Due to all of the attention and preparation needed for the celebration, some Quince girls don’t even know what to expect from the church [...]
It is important when planning your Quinceanera that you do whatever you can to infuse the celebration with as much of your own style and personality as possible. This can be especially important when it comes time to choose your quinceanera cakes topper. Though there are traditional quinceanera cake toppers, such as small figurines of [...]
When you are planning your Quinceanera, one very important part of the celebration happens long before the big event, and that’s the invitations. Included in the invitation should be a Quinceanera poem, which is what your Quince day means to you.
