Twilight Party Guide

Last weekend, I co-hosted a bridal shower for my oldest friend; we have known each other since 4th grade. She asked for a Twilight themed bash. I was happy to oblige! I decided to put together a comprehensive guide for you to throw your own Twilight party (bridal or otherwise).

Colors

Black, red, and white are a natural choice.
Want something a little more girly? Go for a pink theme from Bella’s birthday party in New Moon (lots of pink roses and candles).
You can also take inspiration from the wedding from Breaking Dawn – Part I: bunches of beautiful white flowers and a rustic feel.

Invitations

Pick invitation to mimic your theme. Etsy is a wonderful choice for reasonably priced invitations, many that you can print yourself. For the bridal shower, I bought the customized digital file for $13, printed it on cardstock, and cut them myself. Use a wax seal for extra pizazz! Here are some invitation ideas:

Food

There is lots of Italian food throughout the books – Bella has ravioli at the restaurant with Edward at Port Angeles and the Cullen family makes Italian food for Bella during her first visit to their home. Here are just a couple ideas:

Antipasto platter
Ravioli with dipping sauce
Pasta bar (different pasta and sauces)
Meatballs
Bruschetta
Spinach and artichoke dip with pieces of bread or chips
Caprese salad skewers
Grilled polenta
Mini pizzas
Stuffed olives

Desserts

Whether it is an elaborate cake or a simple, fruit-based dessert, everyone will love these yummy treats:

Breaking Dawn Cookies

Edward Cupcakes (red velvet with sparkling sugar)

Jacob Cupcakes (spicy chocolate)

Other dessert ideas:

Bitten cupcakes
Bitten cookies
Chocolate covered strawberries
Twilight cake (with step by step directions!)
You can always order cookies too!

Decorations

For a red, black, and white theme:

Make Martha’s famous tissue paper pom poms and hang them at varying heights around the room
Fill vases and apothecary jars with red apples
Use rose petals on the food/gift tables
Keep the lights dim. Maybe it will even rain for a true Forks experience!
Buy cardboard cutouts of Edward and Jacob and set up a photo backdrop with props so guests can take funny pictures with their preferred Twilight man candy.
Play the Twilight score or soundtrack to set the mood.
Make Edward and Jacob buttons and have guests choose one when they arrive. If you don’t have a button machine, you can use these.
Use these great printables from Hostess with the Mostess (including signs and drink labels)