In contemporary Latin American history, when a young woman turned 15, the family held a great celebration for introduce your daughter to society, that is, so that young people could take her into account as a marriage prospect and thus be able to ask for her hand. Nowadays, these parties are no longer held for that reason, but rather by tradition, and the tradition in many cases includes the decoration of candles for 15 years.
Ideas for candles of 15 years
There are many arrangements and types of candles for 15 years, from complicated centerpieces to significant party favors, that’s why we have put together the best examples in the following images of candles for 15 years, which will help inspire you.
Candle ceremony for 15 years
In the modern tradition the entertained complete the ritual of the 15 candles for 15 yearsin which the young woman lights each one with a special person or group of peopletelling an anecdote or saying a significant phrase.
The last candles are reserved for the people she considers most important.
Once all the candles have been lit, which are arranged in a model or iron support, a waiter removes them out of sight of the guests and extinguishes them.
The most common shapes of candle holders for 15 years are: the arch, the spiral, the tree and the heart.
Centerpieces in candles for 15 years
In addition to the candlelight ceremony for 15 years, the party can enjoy the lighting offered by the decorative candles in the centerpieces.
Opt for elegant presentations with flowers, using pastel colours that combine with the rest of the decorations and the dress.
Candle party favors for 15 original years
15-year-old candles in the form of dresses, slippers, or dolls are usually very popular at these parties and attract the attention of the guests.
Add an original touch by making candles from something you like like a meringue or your favorite fruit. And if you give them as a gift at the end of the party, make sure they are scented candles. 😉
Decoration with candles for 15 years
To add an elegant touch to the surroundings and provide romantic lighting, decorate with hanging candles, candle paths, candle decorations for 15 years on the tables where hors d’oeuvres and desserts are served, etc.
The more candles the better. However, we recommend that you ensure that they have good support. And avoid them on the floor if the sidewalks are not wide enough, since the dresses could trip over them and even burn themselves.
How to decorate candles for 15 years step by step
It seems complicated but it is actually quite simple:
Choose the 15 year candle holder
Remember that it is not only about the candle holder for the ceremony, but also about the centerpieces and the rest of the party decorations.
Once you know which ones to use, you can buy the right size candles.
Choose the color of your 15-year candles
In general, quinceañeras choose white candles or the color of their dress: lilac, blue, turquoise, Pastel green, rose either fuchsia.
Avoid strong and dark colors such as red, burgundy, navy blue or forest green, as they are considered very adult colors, for someone so young.
Choose the shape of your 15-year candles
If you want your candles to have an original shape, you will have to have them made or prepare a mold.
If you make them yourself, remember to melt the wax in a bain-marie and then pour it very carefully into the moulds, not forgetting the wick wick in the center.
Decorate with paper, stickers, ribbons or flowers
Design your decorative pattern or custom candle design on your computer, print it on paper or decal, cut it to size, and slowly adhere it around the candles.
You can also complement with flowers or delicate fabric ribbons that match the rest of the decorations.
Prepare the phrases for 15-year candles
As part of the decoration of the support of the 15 candles of the ceremony, you can include 15 envelopes or parchments with the phrases dedicated to your family and friends.
Remember that the phrases for 15-year-old candles for male friends, for your best friends, for your uncles, grandparents, brothers and for your parents must come from your heart.
To finish, we leave you with this video so you can learn how to make your own candles for the 15th birthday, they will teach you how to decorate them and create one of the best for this great occasion from a simple candle.
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