The 90s was a different era in itself! Bright neon colours, CD players, and timeless phrases like, 'As If', have made the 90s one of a kind. All the 90s babies have seen the best of both worlds of technology.
So, in this fast-paced world, taking a break to go back to the good days when everything was simple will be pure bliss. Why wait for someone else to take the step? This time, plan your birthday in the 90s theme with whacky birthday decoration ideas that will make everyone take a trip down the memory lane. Take a look at the basic but oh-so-amazing steps on how to throw a 90s birthday party theme (for yourself or someone else).
Invitation
The perfect start to your 90s-themed party lies in the invites. Forget all the minimal designs, basic texts, or calls and opt for something jarring, bright, and filled with neon invitations. Take your friends and relatives back to the good ol' days with the most basic 90s theme invitation.
Cake
It is a birthday party, so it goes without saying that you need cake. Out of all the upcoming birthday party ideas, the theme should be incorporated into the cake too. Now, you may ask, how can you get such a 90s cake? It is simple:
It should have lots of layers of cream on it and be nothing like the fondue designer cakes you get today.
Grilled into the 90s themed party by adding as many candles as your age (like you did as kids)
Take a step further by bringing the musical or magic candles
Dress Code
How can you think of 90s birthday party ideas without having your guests come dressed in the same theme? Add the dress code to the invite to see the innovative and crazy nostalgic outfits everyone comes in. A few of the suggestions can be:
Carrying Fanny Packs
Wearing Capris
Denim Jackets
Flannel Shirts
T-shirts under strap dresses
Neon prints
Accessories:
Gel into the 90s-themed party with scrunchies, walkmans, baseball caps worn backwards, chokers, butterfly clips, and more.
Food & Drinks
A party without good food and refreshing drinks will be a flop, and we don't want that, right! Play into the 90s-themed party with F&B that puts your guests into a frenzy of nostalgia. Some of these refreshment birthday party ideas are:
Drinks like Coke, Pepsi, and Energy Drinks in plastic glasses
A bowl filled with Salted Chips
Colourful Ring Pops
Tons of Candy
Vibrant Plastic Plates
Make sure that you have some substantial food as well to help absorb all the alcohol for the themed food is mostly appetizers.
Decorations
When it comes to birthday decoration ideas, the 90s theme will not disappoint. On the contrary, it will make even the Gen Z ecstatic. So, what are some of the funky and wild decor ideas brewing?
The colourful and twisty swirls can be hung from the ceiling
The birthday boy or girl gets to wear the shiniest b’day cap with others in similar ones
Take all your college or work frustration out by busting open the balloon Pinata
The party can't get started without music, especially on a stereo that brings back memories and good vibes.
Put up all the old classic movie posters on the walls or for a photo booth as part of your birthday decoration ideas
Games
Every child, teenager, and college party in the 90s had games. While beer pong is still a widely loved and played game, something a little more innocent can make its debut in your list of birthday party ideas. They can be-
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The perfect start to your 90s-themed party lies in the invites. Forget all the minimal designs, basic texts, or calls and opt for something jarring, bright, and filled with neon invitations. Take your friends and relatives back to the good ol' days with the most basic 90s theme invitation.
It is a birthday party, so it goes without saying that you need cake. Out of all the upcoming birthday party ideas, the theme should be incorporated into the cake too. Now, you may ask, how can you get such a 90s cake? It is simple:
How can you think of 90s birthday party ideas without having your guests come dressed in the same theme? Add the dress code to the invite to see the innovative and crazy nostalgic outfits everyone comes in. A few of the suggestions can be:
Gel into the 90s-themed party with scrunchies, walkmans, baseball caps worn backwards, chokers, butterfly clips, and more.
A party without good food and refreshing drinks will be a flop, and we don't want that, right! Play into the 90s-themed party with F&B that puts your guests into a frenzy of nostalgia. Some of these refreshment birthday party ideas are:
When it comes to birthday decoration ideas, the 90s theme will not disappoint. On the contrary, it will make even the Gen Z ecstatic. So, what are some of the funky and wild decor ideas brewing?
Every child, teenager, and college party in the 90s had games. While beer pong is still a widely loved and played game, something a little more innocent can make its debut in your list of birthday party ideas. They can be-
