You’ve decided that you’re going to have a quinceañera celebration. Now what? It can be really difficult and stressful to plan a quince, so we put together some guides to help steer you in the right direction for getting started and gaining a basic understanding of everything that you’ll need to figure out over the next several months. Quinceañera planning can be really tough, but it can also be really fun, so we hope these tips, tricks, and checklists help make your life that much easier as everything builds up to your big day!
You are planning your Quince Años and you have selected the damas for your court. How exciting! Now you get to begin shopping for dresses for your damas. There are a lot of different things to consider when choosing dresses for your damas. We have come up with a guide to help you get started. […]
Dress shopping can be one of the best and worst parts of event planning. Opinions, variety, colors, lengths, sizes… it’s a wonder that we even know where to begin! All of us here at Mi Padrino want you to have the event of your dreams, and look like how you always envisioned. To keep your […]
1. Create a Mi Padrino Account Your Mi Padrino account can be a huge organizational tool for you while planning! Keep track of and personalize your to-do list, invite guests and padrinos to give to your event, and keep everyone in the loop with event details, all from one website. Ready to get started? Create your […]
The last few weeks leading up to your event will be a bit stressful, no doubt. They will also go by faster than you can believe! To make the most of this time, we’ve come up with a few planning strategies. 1. Delegate, Delegate, and Delegate We understand that this can be very difficult […]
The day has finally come. Your special day, the one you’ve spent endless hours planning, down to the perfect detail. Your hair is beautifully done up, your bouquet is gorgeous and your makeup is on point. You put on your dress and…what is that??? An event day emergency! No matter how many hours you […]
The cake is one of our favorite details at a big event like a wedding or Quinceanera. It’s also one of the most flexible details! There are tons of different ways to personalize your cake and make it uniquely your own. We’ve compiled a list of a few of our favorites for you. […]
We want you to look absolutely stunning on your big day, we also don’t want you to break the bank in order to do this! We have compiled some of the savviest tips for how to save money on your dress. Follow along to start pinching those pennies! Timing Quinceanera expos can often be a […]
Choosing your damas and chambelañes can be a little stressful. Once you’ve made your choices, it’s time for a little fun: court proposals! We’ve seen a rise in “proposals” for big events lately. Many brides are choosing to send a sweet gift to ask their bridesmaids to be part of the wedding, and many teenagers […]
One of the most nerve-wracking experiences for some young women is dress shopping for a big event. And yet, it is often one of the most exciting! Once you start shopping for a dress, the whole thing begins to feel real. We’ve compiled a few tips to help prepare you for dress shopping without losing […]
The season in which you plan to have your event can drastically change how your day will look. One of the reasons that we find different colors appealing in certain seasons has to do with the weather. We find dark, striking colors like cranberry and sapphire particularly beautiful against the snow in wintertime. Another reason […]
Something tends to happen when big events are being planned… Somehow, everyone everywhere suddenly has very important opinions or tips for you. “Oh, you’re planning a reception? My cousin’s best friend’s great aunt wanted me to tell you that you should seat everyone based on their height!” (We know you won’t do this, but still, […]
When choosing colors for your big day, there are unlimited options! Mixing and matching colors in varying shades, like pink and orange, or blue and purple, can really make your party stand out. Your court should complement you and your style. It’s important to make sure that your dress, and your damas […]