Looking for the best baby shower ideas for girls? Then you’re in the right place! We’re sharing all you need to know about how to plan a baby shower for a girl as well as unique and beautiful themes that are sure to be unforgettable.
From classic themes like princesses to more modern takes such as succulents and vintage carousels, there’s sure to be an idea here you LOVE.
Picking the right theme for your baby shower helps you to plan the perfect party that is not only beautiful, but also reflects the personality of the mom-to-be. When you have the right theme it provides guidelines for everything from decorations and food, to colors and fun catchphrases to use.
How do you plan a baby shower for a girl?
Planning a baby shower for a girl is pretty much just like planning any other party. You’ll want to have a good party planner on hand that works for your planning style and then follow these steps:
- Talk to mom-to-be and finalize the guest list.
- Based on the guest list, choose the date and location of your party.
- Set a budget and stick to it.
- Decide on the theme – we’ve got you covered with 15+ of our favorite themes below!
- Choose baby shower decorations that fit the theme.
- Plan your favorite baby shower snacks and baby shower drinks.
- Develop a party timeline for the day’s activities and plan baby shower games or other entertainment.
Baby Shower Ideas for Girls
Butterfly Party Theme
Make your party space sweet and whimsical garden inspired accents and other decorations like
- giant paper flowers,
- giant paper butterfly cutouts,
- 3-dimensional flower favor boxes,
- string lights, and
- Floating butterflies (hang them from the ceiling with clear monofilament so they look like they're mid-flight!)
Create butterfly themed dishes that are as delectable as they are gorgeous, including
- Color changing pink and purple lemonade
- Finger sandwiches
- Butterfly shaped sugar cookies, and
- Cupcakes topped with chocolate butterflies
Carousel Party Theme
Bring back the nostalgia of your favorite childhood merry-go-round with this adorable baby shower theme for girls.
Decorations- Plenty of gold and pastel accents brings the vintage feel to life.
- If you have a cutting machine, then grab this set of carousel horse graphics and use it to create everything from place cards to cake toppers and larger than mat backdrops.
- Alternatively, you can also grab a pre-made carousel backdrop like this one for a quick and easy way to make a big impact.
- These mini carousel horse props have so many possibilities. use them as a 3 dimensional cake topper, on mason jars for favors, or as table decorations.
A vintage carousel baby shower is tailor made for elevated carnival food! Serve foods like
- gourmet popcorn,
- mini burger sliders,
- mini corn dogs,
- cotton candy, and
- Marshmallow pops or cake pops using gold striped paper straws to resemble the carousel poles.
Cowgirl Party Theme
Who says western themes are just for the boys? Allow your guests to step into the Old West with a cowgirl party!
DecorationsStables, saloons, and rolling hills come to life with rustic decorations like
- Pink cowgirl hats for guests to wear
- Haystacks set up for a fun photo backdrop
- Mason jars filled with fresh wildflowers, and
- Pink bandanas as napkins
Keep your guests fueled up with hearty western fare, including
- A penny candy saloon with all the classic hard candies,
- Homemade BBQ with all the fixins
- Trail mix, and so much more
Sweet Donut Party Theme
Nothing's quite as sweet as the arrival of a new little one...so why not celebrate with something just as sweet...donuts!
Not only is this theme super easy to pull off, but it can also be as simple or extravagant as you like.
DecorationsDecorate your space with everything round and sugary, including:
- Giant donut balloons,
- Oversized sprinkle cutouts,
- a DIY donut stand or donut wall, and
- Plenty of colorful balloons and streamers
No donut party would be complete without an array of fresh donuts. But there are other foods you can serve too. Here are some fun ideas:
- Strawberry Donut Kabobs
- Donut ice cream sandwiches, and a
- Donut topiary
Garden Party Theme
Garden themed baby showers hold a special place in my heart because it's the theme that my sister held when I was pregnant with my first baby.
Thankfully there are literally thousands of different takes on this theme, which makes it perfect for just about anyone.
Decorations- Potted flower as centerpieces with whirlypops poking out among the buds make the theme light hearted and youthful.
- Tissue paper pom poms flowers are a simple and inexpensive way to add color and texture.
- Or you can use a Cricut to cut out paper flowers for backdrops and garlands. (see my recommendations here for making paper flowers for your parties)
- Small finger foods like finger sandwiches, deviled eggs, mini quiche, and spring rolls are all easy and delicious
- Cranberry brie bites are pretty and easy to adapt for other seasons. For example, in spring and summer you can use peach, strawberry, or blueberry preserves in place of the cranberry sauce.
- Cruditees served in mini flower pots is a cute and creative twist on a classic party appetizer. (Just make sure the pots are food safe, first.)
Lemonade Party Theme
Planning a summer party? Nothing says summer like a cheerful batch of fresh cold lemonade, which is a surprisingly adorable inspiration for a girl's baby shower.
DecorationsDecorations for your party should be just as bright and cheerful as the drink itself. Here are some ideas to get you started:
- Grab a set of printable Lemon themed art printsfor beautiful and bold decorations. (Bonus: You and mom-to-be can keep the designs to decorate the nursery or even your kitchen afterward)
- Dress the buffet with a fluffy yellow tulle table skirt to brighten up the room.
Treat your guests to the perfect summertime citrus snacks, including:
- Strawberry Lemon Bars
- Lemon Orzo Pasta Salad
- A lemonade bar filled with fruity twists like Watermelon lemonade or pink strawberry lemonade
Luau Party Theme
Get bright and festive! A luau baby shower is the perfect theme for summer co-ed showers.
Decorations- It's all about the tropical plants, including plenty of colorful flowers and giant green palm and monstera leaves. (If you have a cutting machine, you can use this SVG set to create all these tropical decorations right at home.)
- Leis can be used for more than just a colorful greeting. Grab a bulk pack and use them to create a beautiful banner, add a lei at each place setting, string them together to create a garland for your backdrop, and even wrap bracelet leis around goblet handles.
- This set of free luau party printables makes your life even easier!
- Add a little beachiness to the scene with surfboards, suns, nets, and seashells.
- Use a surfboard as a giant focal point for your backdrop, or use a flat surfboard as a creative tabletop for your buffet.
- Nets can be draped over balloons or on top of your tablecloth.
- Use seashells at the base of your centerpieces and as filler on your buffet table.
- Calling all tropical food! You can serve everything from tropical fruits (pineapple, coconut, mango, etc.) to Hawaiian sweet rolls, to tropical nuts like Macadamia nuts.
- Make some Kalua pork sliders for an easy, but tasty treat.
Mermaid Party Theme
A Mermaid themed baby shower is such a cute way to celebrate a special little girl. With its cheerful colors, playful decor and themed food, it’s sure to be an unforgettable event.
DecorationsThere are so many possibilities with a mermaid themed baby shower:
- Go bold with jewel tone blues and purples and plenty of sequins,
- Keep it soft and sweet with pastel tones, a touch of pink, and seashells everywhere, or
- Create a dreamy under-the-sea atmosphere with neutral tones, including iridescent paper pom-poms, fishnets, and natural jute accents.
Don't just stick to mermaid tails when planning your party food. You can include plenty of tropical treats like
- homemade crab dip,
- tropical fruits - including pineapple, fresh coconut, or mango
- macadamia nuts, and
- shark attack punch
Owl Party Theme
Owl themed baby showers are a fantastic way to celebrate the arrival of a new little girl this fall. With its cute and whimsical motifs, an owl party can be both traditional and unique at the same time.
DecorationsBring the forest indoors with plenty of natural elements and decorations. Here are some ideas to get you started:
- Fill the room with plenty of greenery, as well as twigs, branches, and some creative pine cone decorations
- Turn balloons into owls with a simple printable template (click below to see more)
There are so many delicious food options when it comes to an owl themed baby shower. Try out some of these tasty treats:
- Pine cone cheese ball
- Acorn brownie bites
- Spiced pretzels
- Owl shaped cake pops
Magical Princess Party Theme
You can't get more classic for a girls' baby shower than a princess theme. Better yet, it's more versatile than you might think. Keep it simple and casual, or go big, bold, and elegant - it's totally up to you!
DecorationsCreate a grand atmosphere with gorgeous decorations such as
- Fairytale elements, including mirrors and thrones,
- A giant DIY balloon arch with plenty of pink and gold
- Tissue paper pom poms, garlands, and tassels
Delight guests with a menu straight out of a fairytale! Here are some delicious ideas:
- Pink and purple macarons decorated with edible gold leaf
- Colorful rainbow sherbet punch
- Princess party dip with white chocolate and edible crowns
Little Pumpkin Party Theme
Looking for an adorable fall party theme to celebrate your new little one? Your guests will all gush over a little pumpkin party! Unique and sweet, it's sure to create a welcoming atmosphere that mom-to-be will love.
DecorationsDecorations include warm autumnal colors and plenty of pumpkin themed decor, such as:
- Yarn pumpkins
- Pumpkin vase centerpieces, or a
- Hello pumpkin welcome sign
Spread a little sweetness and warmth with all the classic flavors of fall:
- Pumpkin pie truffles with cream cheese
- Savory cheese and cracker bites that look just like mini pumpkin pies, and
- Orange sherbet punch
Succulent Party Theme
Plenty of green decorations paired with blush and gold accents make a succulents themed baby shower a lush and sophisticated option.
Include cute phrases like "Watch me grow" and you'll have a memorable baby shower that...
Decorations- Mix in plenty of earthy tans and browns with organic elements like wood slices, rope, and twine.
- Succulent Wall Backdrop
- Include phrases like "Watch me Grow"
- Faux succulent branches tucked between the party platters.
- Create a simple succulent centerpiece like this one at our crab feast.
This theme calls for plenty of single serve treats and appetizers mixed in with simple, bulk party foods.
- For bulk items, you can easily incorporate a charcuterie platter or some pita chips with dips that are garnished to look like real succulents.
- Salads aren't just a healthy option, a gourmet salad filled with microgreens can reflect succulents' color and texture.
- And if you really want to impress, you can make these adorable edible terrariums.
Host a Tea Party
Put your pinkies up and share a cup of tea with your guests. This classic and elegant party theme is perfect when you're looking for an intimate affair where guests can enjoy some tasty treats and spend time together.
DecorationsCreate the perfect ambience by adding soft and sweet elements like:
- Flower filled jars painted in a variety of colors
- Editable signs with pretty flowers
- Teapot flower vases, and
- Vintage style cake plates
Treat your guests to classic dainty tea party food, including:
- Finger sandwiches in a variety of flavors
- Scones
- Ham and broccoli quiche bites, and
- Mini apple roses
Boho Baby Shower
The natural colors, playful decorations, and organic elements of a boho themed baby shower is perfect for the relaxed, crunchy mom-to-be.
DecorationsBelieve it or not, there are lots of different boho styles to choose from:
- Keep everything soft with neutral dusty colors and with pampas grass centerpieces
- Make it colorful, with your old college wall tapestry and plenty of fresh flowers,
- Focus on bright natural colors, like using plenty of faux greenery hoops and garlands.
The key element here is to make sure everything looks as natural as possible, including foods like
- Unfrosted cakes
- Plain, salted popcorn
- A variety of dip-able vegetables with a homemade bean dip or hummus
- Or make a yogurt bar with plenty of flavorful granolas
Host a Pink and Gold Baby Shower
Keep your party sweet and romantic with a theme based on the colors pink and gold. This color combination is an elegant choice that can be used year-round, which is perfect for both winter and summer babies.
DecorationsWithout worrying about characters, or specific styles, it's easy to find plenty of decorations, like:
- Pink and gold heart cutouts
- Gold covered anything, including gold glitter dipped jars
- A pink and gold balloon arch
Take this theme to the next level with party food to match the colors, like:
- Pink and yellow lemonade cupcakes piled high with sweet frosting
- Pretzel sticks or cookies dipped in white chocolate, then decorated with pink and gold sprinkles
- Pretty pink rainbow sherbet punch
Pastel Bunny Theme
With soft pastel pinks, muted greens, and pale blue accents, a bunny party is an adorable way to celebrate the arrival of a new baby girl. And while the party pictured above was technically a birthday party, there are plenty of elements that could be easily adapted for a baby shower as well:
DecorationsPlay up all the spring elements of this party theme with
- Wildflower centerpieces
- Vintage cake stands
- Ruffly Dyed coffee filters in a soft pink
A bunny themed party would be incomplete without plenty of tasty treats, like:
- Carrot shaped snack bags
- Colorful Bunny Cinnamon Rolls
- Chewy coconut macaroons labeled as "bunny tails"
Sprinkles Themed Party
A Sprinkles themed baby shower is a fun and colorful way to celebrate a the arrival of a special little girl. With its bright colors and playful decorations, it’s sure to add cheer and joy to any occasion.
DecorationsTurn your party into a sprinkle wonderland with beautiful decorations such as:
- Rainbow streamers and banners,
- Sprinkle filled ballloons
- Sprinkled with love party banner
Satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth with a menu full of delicious treats:
Balloon Themed Party Ideas
If you’re looking for a theme that works with any color scheme and can be easily adapted to your tastes, balloons are the way to go! Balloons provide an amazing backdrop for photos, as well as providing a fun activity of decorating them. With this theme, you could choose either baby girl or gender neutral colors.
DecorationsThere are so many ways to decorate with balloons that go far beyond the standard helium bouquet. Here are just a few ideas:
- Prepare a balloon drop on your ceiling to shower mom-to-be with dozens of colorful balloons.
- Use giant letter balloons to spell out baby's name
- Fill vases with unused balloons
- Decorate with balloon animals or even giant letter balloons spelling out the baby's name!Fill vases, cups and jars with helium-filled single or multi-colored balloons for a whimsical centerpiece.Choose a few other decorations such as streamers,
Even food can get in on the balloon themed fun with creative treats like:
- Giant round lollipops
- Cupcakes topped with mini balloons
- Balloon shaped cake pops
- Popcorn balls
No matter the theme, a baby shower should always be special and memorable. With these baby shower ideas for girls, even the busiest person can plan an amazing event that celebrates their friend’s new bundle of joy without sacrificing on fun or time.
Whether you choose to go with a classic tea party, boho vibes, or even a bright co-ed luau – all of these will create an unforgettable atmosphere that your guests are sure to love!
To make sure you keep everything organized and running smoothly, download our free party planner below. This one page planner is specifically designed to help keep track of both your time and your budget, so you won’t feel like a stressed mess by the time your party rolls around. Download it today to get started on planning the perfect baby shower!
This post was originally published on February 21, 2012. It has been updated with new ideas and helpful tips.