Picking a baby shower theme for girls is a lot harder than you might think — but that's just because there are so many good options to choose from! On the one hand, you'll want to go with something that fits the mom-to-be's style and personality, so she feels like the day truly reflects her interests. But at the same time, you also have to consider what the shower guests will want out of the day, so that everyone leaves happy.
When it comes to honoring the mama-to-be (as well as the baby girl growing inside of her), the sky's the limit on what you're willing to do to celebrate her. And that's exactly how it should be! After months of nausea, swollen ankles, and other "fun" pregnancy symptoms, she deserves to have a beautiful day surrounded by the people she loves the most.
That said, we know all the decisions you're about to make can get pretty overwhelming. So, to make things easier, we've rounded up some of the most popular baby shower themes for girls that are trending right now, along with LOTS of ideas on how to easily recreate them yourself. Scroll on for super sweet invites, favors, and shower games that will help welcome that little lady into the world.
Baby Shower Theme: Unicorns
In case you didn't get the memo, unicorns are a pretty big trend right now. In fact, they have been "in" for a while now, and it looks like they're not going anywhere.
Pink ones, rainbow ones, magical ones, flying ones … you name it, and for some reason, we're into it. (Maybe because our generation was raised on Lisa Frank? We'll never know.) When it comes to little girls, though, they're especially obsessed with all things unicorn — which is why this baby shower theme feels fun, whimsical, and decidedly … well, girl-y.
Read on for just a few of the ways you can recreate a magical, unicorn-inspired vibe at your own soirée.
Unicorn Cake Topper
If you're planning a unicorn-themed baby shower, a unicorn cake is a great place to start. Pink paper ears, a glittery horn, and big sleepy eyelashes make this stylish cake much easier to pull off than it looks.
Unicorn Cake Topper ($12.99, govillon/Etsy)
Unicorn Photo Booth Frame
Everyone's going to be taking selfies at the shower, so why not create the perfect themed photo booth prop to take snaps with? A unicorn photo frame will help everyone remember this special day, and it's so easy to DIY.
Editable Baby Shower Photo Booth Frame ($7+, Suselis/Etsy)
Unicorn Party Centerpieces
A good 'ole mason jar filled with flowers always makes for a beautiful (and inexpensive) centerpiece idea. But to keep up with the unicorn theme, consider spray-painting or buying them in various colors, like gold, pink, and pastel blue.
Unicorn Centerpieces ($36/set of four, GoldenCreationsCo/Etsy)
Unicorn Body Butter Favors
These may look delicious, but unfortunately, they're not edible! Instead, each little jar is filled with handmade body butter that will nourish the skin and leave behind a fruity scent.
Unicorn Body Butter ($4.50/jar, SunBasilGardenSoap/Etsy)
Unicorn Baby Shower Invitation
Let guests know they're in for a truly magical baby shower with these gorgeous invites. Each one is pretty as can be and fully customizable so you can add in all the necessary details.
Unicorn Baby Shower Invitation ($1.66+/per card, Zazzle)
Unicorn 'Horn' Pretzel Rods
These candy-coated pretzel rods (AKA "unicorn horns) are almost too pretty to eat! (Almost.) Get the full tutorial on how to make them over at HoorayMag.com.
Unicorn-Themed Baby Name Game
Baby shower games can be hit or miss, but this one is fun for everyone. Simply download this printable, make enough copies for each guest, and set a timer to see who can write as many baby girl names as possible in 1 minute! (The trick will be if they can think of a different name for each letter of the alphabet.)
Unicorn-Themed Baby Name Game ($6.99, PrettyLittleInvite/Etsy)
Unicorn 'Poop' Party Favor
If the mom-to-be can appreciate a good poop joke (and let's hope she can, because once the baby comes, poop becomes a pretty central theme), then these unicorn "poop" treats are the perfect parting gift for her shower. Sure, it may sound gross, but the rainbow-colored candies are pretty irresistable.
Find out how to make them over at KarasPartyIdeas.com
Boho Tissue Tassel Garland
Not everything has to be bold, bright, and in-your-face at a unicorn party. This pretty tassel garland features soft pinks and pretty neutrals that will add some subtle decorative flair.
Boho Tissue Tassel Garland ($12.95, GlamfettiCo/Etsy)
Unicorn Rice Cereal Treats
Everyone loves Rice Krispie Treats! These ones from Messy Momma Crafts feature some extra fondant and icing to achieve that "magical" unicorn look. (Get the recipe here.)
Baby Shower Theme: Mermaids
Whether the mom-to-be is a big fan of Ariel (and if so, who can blame her?), or she just loves the whole carefree, beachy mermaid vibe, this baby shower theme is a fun one to play with. Plus, you can take it in a lot of directions, between a nautical, coastal theme and a deep-sea animals theme.
Mermaid Diaper Cake
These pretty centerpieces double as diaper cakes, making them stunning party decorations that will come in handy for the new mama later. Buy one already pre-made, or get inspired and make some yourself!
Mermaid Diaper Cake ($88+, BeckysBabyCakesandUn/Etsy)
Chocolate-Covered Pretzels
No one can resist the dessert table — especially when it's filled with colorful, chocolate-covered treats! Make sure yours features these chocolate-dipped pretzel rods like these, which will have your guests coming back for more.
Check them out: Juliana Gonzalez/Pinterest
Ocean Life Baby Shower Invite
Make a splash with this sweet little invite, featuring high-quality watercolor designs of the ocean's most beautiful creatures. You can print it at home or at a printing store after customizing it with party details.
Ocean & Sea Baby Shower Invitation ($10.75, BerryDesignsShop/Etsy)
Mermaid Balloon Garland
If you're going to go all-out with the decorations, you might as well get an epic balloon arch. This 150-piece comes with everything you'll need to set the tone of the party, and can go against a wall or around a doorway.
Mermaid Tail Balloon Garland Arch Kit ($34.98, ShadesofFinds/Etsy)
Pregnant Mermaid Cake Topper
This glittery, pregnant mermaid is the perfect topper to any cake. (And hopefully, it will remind the mom-to-be of the beautiful, magical creature that she is.)
Mermaid Cake Topper ($13.50, LadadaDesigns/Etsy)
Jellyfish Hanging Lanterns
Make guests feel like they're really under the sea with these floating jellyfish lanterns. While you're at it, pair them with clear balloons that look like bubbles and some green "seaweed" streamers.
Jellyfish Lanterns ($19.99, partytreasuresco/Etsy)
'Seafood' Candy Bar
Keep the under-the-sea theme going strong with a candy bar made out of the ocean's sweetest "treats." Rock candy can be re-imagined as sea coral, chocolate-covered nuts or M&Ms can become turtle eggs, and sour ribbons can double as kelp. (Don't forget the gummy sharks, either!)
'Seaweed' Party Streamers
A few rolls of green streamers and some tape are all that's needed to make your party space feel like it's 10,000 leagues under the sea. Hang them from the ceiling, wrap them around a staircase, or have them growing up the walls to add the full effect!
Under the Sea Baby Shower Games
From a wild game of Baby Bingo to a good old fashioned word search, there are lots of shower games that cater to a variety of guests. But even if you can't make up your mind, this Etsy seller has eight different printable games you can download all at once, with a cute ocean theme to make them feel unique.
Under the Sea Baby Shower Games ($9.36/pack, AmbrosiaPrints/Etsy)
Mermaid Headpiece
A gorgeous seashell tiara is enough to make anyone feel like Ariel. But while buying one for each of your guests might get expensive, you can always DIY some at home if you have some willing helpers. (At the very least, though, the mama-to-be certainly deserves a special headpiece like this one, don't you think?)
Mermaid Headpiece ($48.21, CyShellBridal/Etsy)
Baby Shower Theme: Pink & Gold
Yes, you really can plan an entire baby shower around just two colors — and this particular color-combo is always a winner. Blush pinks mixed with soft, champagne-y golds can strike an elegant and feminine tone that's perfect for welcoming a new little lady into the world.
Candy Croque-En-Bouche
Talk about FANCY. This beautiful dessert tower turns a traditional croque-en-bouche — a French dessert featuring choux pastry puffs — into a chocolate-lover's dream. All you need is a styrofoam cone and a bag of Ferrero Rocher candies to get started. Carefully attach each one to the cone using a toothpick, top things off with a pretty pink ribbon … and voila!
Get a full tutorial from KarasPartyIdeas/Pinterest.
Nail Polish Favors
A bottle of nail polish is a simple-yet-practical party favor that will definitely get some use. To stick with the overall theme, select a variety of nail polish colors within the same palette (think: ballet pink, gold metallic, or mauve) and top them off with a glittery gift tag that says "thanks!"
Heart Nail Polish Favor Tags ($12+/pack, PinkFoxPaperCrafts/Etsy)
Rose Gold Balloon Garland
Whether you're creating a stunning spot for the mom-to-be to open presents or an Instagram-worthy backdrop for your DIY photo booth, this 96-piece balloon garland kit has everything you need to make your #RoseGoldBabyShower go viral.
Blush and Rose Gold Balloon Garland Kit ($32.99, LittlePeckerParties/Etsy)
Rose Gold Tassel Garland
For the record, you can never have too much garland at a baby shower, so don't be afraid to go big or go home. This pretty tassel garland will add that extra oompf you've been looking for.
Light Pink and Rose Gold Garland ($22.95+, GenWoo/Etsy)
Rose Gold Party Straws
We don't care if it's a Cosmo or Kool-Aid in that cup — drinks just feel a bit fancier whenever there's a pretty straw sticking out the top. And we gotta say, these rose gold paper straws are all kinds of elegant …
Rose Gold Straws ($4.50/pack, HullaballoonsParty/Etsy)
Rose Gold Ombre Mason Jar Centerpieces
The right paint can literally work magic. All these gorgeous ombre centerpieces require is some spray paint, a little twine, fresh blooms … and patience.
Rose Gold Ombre Mason Jar Centerpieces ($43+, GardeniaWarehouse/Etsy)
Pink Glitter Cupcakes
Pink frosting + edible glitter = cupcakes everyone will be talking about. We promise, even the most baking-challenged among us can pull these puppies off. (And if not? Just show this photo from TheOnlyLivingGirlinNY/Pinterest to your local baker!)
'Guess How Many Kisses?' Game
Guessing games are always fun — especially when you hear how many guesses were WAY off. Fill a glass jar with Hershey's kisses (wrapped in gold and/or pink foil, of course), and place some slips of paper out for guests to write down their estimates. By the end of the party, you can reveal whose guess was the most accurate.
Pink and Gold "How Many Kisses?" Shower Game ($17 and up, DistinctivsParty/Pinterest)
Rose Gold Glitter Invitations
Let guests know ahead of time that they're in for an afternoon of elegance and fun! This glittery invite strikes the perfect tone for the special day.
Budget Rose Gold Glitter Baby Shower Invitation ($1.33/per card, FFotografixgal Designs/Zazzle)
Rose Gold 'Baby' Blocks
These foldable rose gold boxes spell out "B-A-B-Y" on all four sides, and can be used for just about anything. Fill them with fresh flowers to turn them into centerpieces, or fill them with chips, pretzels, or other treats to make them an instant snack bowl. Either way, they're adorable.
Rose Gold "Baby" Blocks ($24+/pack, PowerfulCreators/Etsy)
Baby Shower Theme: Butterflies & Wildflowers
If the mama-to-be is giving birth during the springtime or summer (or just has a thing for butterflies), this sweet baby shower theme might be right up her alley. Pick a venue with a garden-like feel, or create one yourself with pretty flowers and other touches of nature.
'Butterfly on the Way' Baby Shower Invitations
This whimsical little invite keeps things on-theme without being too bold and bright. Take a cue from this color scheme to add soft touches of pinks, yellows, and earthy greens to the rest of your party decor.
Boho Butterfly on the Way Baby Shower Invitation ($2.45+/per card, Adore Paper Co/Zazzle)
Butterfly Wall Decor
Paper butterflies can make an indoor baby shower feel like it's in the middle of a warm meadow. Feeling crafty? Grab some construction paper and string and get to work!
Learn more from SimplyBeautifulByAngela/Pinterest
Butterfly Cupcakes
Buy some edible candy butterflies and delicately place them atop each cupcake for a truly magical look that guests will love.
Butterfly Favor Boxes
These pretty butterfly favor boxes can be used to hold anything from candles to cookies. Set them up on a little table with a sign, and guests will know to grab them on their way out the door.
Butterfly Favor Boxes ($18/pack, SonnyStudios/Etsy)
Wildflower Centerpieces
Something else to note about this theme is that nothing has to be perfect. (In fact, that's kind of the point.) You can pull together inexpensive florals, greenery, and stems, to create unique and free-flowing centerpieces for each table. Don't worry about things matching or being perfectly symmetrical — nothing is when you're out in nature!
Get inspired by Perfete/Pinterest
Wildflower Photo Guest Book
Sick of boring old guest books where people leave generic messages? Skip it! Instead, leave a camera out for guests to snap their own selfies as they enjoy the day.
Wildflower Photo Guest Book Baby Shower Sign ($7.50 for digital template, EventPaperBoutique/Etsy)
Flower Seed Paper Card Shower Favors
Bringing a little one into the world means growing a new life and raising it to flourish. These shower favors symbolize that very same thing — all guests have to do is pant the paper "onesie" in some soil, and watch their very own wildflower grow.
Flower Seed Paper Card Shower Favors ($33.75+/pack, FavorUniverse/Etsy)
Butterfly Cake Stand
Turn any party cake into a full-on showstopper. This beautiful handmade cake stand is carved from wood and acrylic to create the illusion of two butterflies coming together as one.
Butterfly Cake Stand ($35+, CaliCraftDesign/Etsy)
'Baby in Bloom' Floral Backdrop
Bring the garden indoors! This pretty backdrop creates the perfect spot for guests to take photos or the mama-to-be to open presents. Plus, it can be personalized with the mom's name to make it an extra-special keepsake.
"Baby in Bloom" Floral Photobooth Backdrop ($39+. PrettiestPartyGirl/Etsy)
'Butterfly Kisses and Baby Wishes' Banner
Keep the butterfly theme going strong by draping this banner from a mantlepiece, over a doorway, or even right from the gifts table. Its sweet sentiment is a reminder of all the good that's about to come your way.
"Butterfly Kisses and Baby Wishes" Banner ($24.99+, BBrightDesign/Etsy)
Baby Shower Theme: A Little Princess
That little baby-to-be is about to become the center of her mama's universe, and what better way to celebrate her impending arrival than by throwing a baby shower fit for a queen! (Okay, or make that a princess.)
'Growing a Princess' Sash
Help the mom-to-be feel like the royalty that she is with this pretty satin sash. It lets others know that she's quite literally "Growing a Princess," and will give the guests (and the mama) a chuckle.
Growing a Princess Sash ($9.95+, GoldandGlamor/Etsy
'Pop It When She Pops' Mini Champagne Bottles
It's (almost) time for some bubbly! Mini champagne bottles are a cute favor idea that'll make guests even giddier about the upcoming arrival. Buy mini bottles in bulk and download this digital file to attach a tag on each favor.
"Pop It When She Pops" Mini Champagne Bottle Tag ($9, Chicfetti/Etsy
Baby Shower "Throne" for Mom
Obviously, the mother of a princess can't just sit in any old chair — she needs a throne! Rent or dress up a "fancy" chair to set at the front of the room. Then add in decor around it to make it feel like a royal-worthy place to open gifts.
Be inspired by BabyShowerIdeas4U/Pinterest
'Once Upon a Time' Baby Shower Invitation
Everyone loves a good fairytale! These magical invites will let guests know what's in store and fill them in on the all-important deets.
Once Upon a Time Baby Shower Invitation ($2.38+ and up, Little Ham Collection/Zazzle)
Pink Glitter Crown Cupcake Toppers
You don't have to be The Cake Boss to make your desserts decadent. Just take ordinary cupcakes with vanilla frosting and top them with one of these pink glittery tiaras. Ta-da! Instant royalty.
Pink Crown Glitter Cupcake Toppers ($5/50 per set, ShopLoveBlush/Etsy)
Crown Princess Balloons
This sweet set of balloons is the perfect way to make any room look regal and remind guests that they're attending a truly memorable affair. Space them out around the room or place them on each table, tied to a small weight to create a cute centerpiece.
Crown Princess Balloons ($13.99, CaliDaysShop/Etsy)
Gold Fillable Crowns
It's not a baby shower without games — and guests of the little princess deserve some bling for winning. You can use these little gold "crowns" as prizes by filling them up with small treats, gifts, and other goodies, so guests will leave the party feeling victorious.
Gold Fillable Crowns ($21.99 for 12, BabyShowerPartyLand/Etsy)
'A Little Princess' Banner
Hear ye, hear ye! This glittery banner will make sure everyone in the land knows that another "royal baby" is about to make their entrance. Plus, it will help create a sweet backdrop, whether you place it behind the dessert table or use it as a backdrop for group photos.
"A Little Princess … " Baby Shower Banner ($22.95+, TopperKingdom/Etsy)
Mini Gold Carriages
This mini gold carriage comes in a set of 6, and can be turned into a centerpiece or placed around the room as decor. Either way, you'll be channeling some major Cinderella vibes, which might just be perfect if the mom-to-be is a Disneyphile.
Mini Gold Carriages – Set of 6 ($20, TheWorldNeedsMoore/Etsy)
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