Baby showers are the perfect way to celebrate the arrival of a little one with love, laughter, and a beautifully themed event. I’ve been to many baby showers that range from an intimate gathering to an extravagant affair, but regardless, the right theme sets the tone for a memorable experience.
You can have dreamy pastels or playful storytelling-inspired setups based on popular themes. I’ve round up 15 adorable baby shower themes that will impress your guests and create lasting memories.
Key Highlights :
- Once you’ve picked a theme, implement it on the reception table, backdrop for photo-taking where the cake it, the food, and the room, and you’re all set!
- Don’t get bogged down by the specifics as there’s always alternatives
- Most importantly, once it’s all set up, focus on enjoying your baby shower with your family and friends!
Whimsical Woodland 🌿🦊
Go with this one if you love fairytales! Create a magical forest setup with rustic wooden tables, mossy centerpieces, fairy lights draped from above, and adorable forest animal decorations. Think foxes, deer, and hedgehogs peeking through a backdrop of lush greenery!
How to Recreate It:
- Use wooden platters and tree stump centerpieces.
- Decorate with plush woodland animals and toadstool accents.
- Serve themed treats like “acorn” cookies and honey-drizzled pastries.
- Add a “Welcome to the Enchanted Forest” sign.
Twinkle Twinkle Little Star ⭐🌙
This would be celestial dream with golden stars, twinkling fairy lights, and a soft color palette of navy, white, and gold.
How to Recreate It:
- Hang star-shaped balloons and string lights.
- Use a navy blue and gold table setting.
- Serve moon and star sugar cookies.
- Have a “Wish Upon a Star” guest book where guests can write messages for the baby.
Classic Winnie the Pooh 🍯🐻
Throwback to the 90s with a classic theme. Create a vintage-inspired Hundred Acre Wood scene with honey pots, burlap accents, and adorable Pooh Bear plushies.
How to Recreate It:
- Use pastel yellow and soft brown decorations.
- Set up a “Hunny Pot” dessert table.
- Hang a wooden signpost pointing to “Pooh’s House.”
- Serve honey-flavored treats and lemonade in mason jars.
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Boho Chic Baby Shower 🌸🕊️
If the theme of your house is already boho-chic, this would be an easy one to decorate! Simply add a soft, romantic setting with earthy tones, pampas grass, macramé details, and cozy floor seating with pillows.
How to Recreate It:
- Set up a floral or greenery photo backdrop.
- Use neutral and pastel-colored tableware.
- Incorporate macramé runners and hanging décor.
- Have a “Make a Wish” station where guests write blessings for the baby.
Little Pumpkin Theme 🎃🍁
If you are planning a baby shower during autumn, this would be perfect! Plan a warm, fall-inspired baby shower with mini pumpkins, rich autumn colors, and cozy vibes.
How to Recreate It:
- Decorate tables with pumpkins painted in soft pastels.
- Offer a pumpkin spice dessert bar.
- Use warm-toned fairy lights for ambiance.
- Have guests write “sweet wishes” on paper leaves for the baby.
Safari Adventure 🦒🐘
For the forest adventurer, you can create a jungle-inspired baby shower filled with safari animals, tropical leaves, and earthy tones. Fun for when you have little nieces or nephews who love animals!
How to Recreate It:
- Use plush giraffes, elephants, and monkeys as décor.
- Set up a “Welcome to the Jungle” sign.
- Have an animal-print dessert station.
- Offer tropical fruit punch in coconut cups.
Enchanted Garden Tea Party 🍵🌸
For a more feminine and soft baby shower, you can host a floral-filled tea party with delicate china, pastel tablecloths, and fresh blooms everywhere.
How to Recreate It:
- Set up a tea station with vintage teacups.
- Use lace table runners and soft pink or lavender hues.
- Decorate with fresh flowers in mismatched vases.
- Serve dainty tea sandwiches and floral-infused mocktails.
Nautical Baby Shower ⚓🌊
You can plan a maritime-themed baby shower with navy blue, red, and white decor, striped patterns, and anchor accents.
How to Recreate It:
- Use a navy and white striped table setting.
- Have a boat-shaped dessert table.
- Decorate with mini lighthouses and seashells.
- Serve fish-shaped cookies and lemonade in mason jars.
Pastel Rainbow Party 🌈🎀
For something colorful, host a cheerful and soft rainbow-themed party with dreamy pastel balloons and colorful desserts.
How to Recreate It:
- Set up a pastel balloon arch.
- Decorate with rainbow streamers.
- Serve pastel-colored cupcakes and cotton candy.
- Use cloud-shaped plates and rainbow napkins.
Baby-Q (Baby BBQ) 🍔🌽
For a casual backyard baby shower, you can host a backyard barbecue with rustic picnic tables, gingham prints, and a casual, fun vibe.
How to Recreate It:
- Use checkered tablecloths and mason jar drinks.
- Have a barbecue station with classic grilled foods.
- Set up a “Guess the Baby’s Due Date” or “EDD?” chalkboard.
- Offer mini BBQ sauce bottles as favors.
Parisian Baby Shower 🥐🎀
You can also plan an elegant, French-inspired celebration with chic café vibes, Eiffel Tower decorations, and a pastel pink and black color scheme.
How to Recreate It:
- Set up a macaron and croissant bar.
- Decorate with Eiffel Tower centerpieces.
- Play soft French café music.
- Serve lavender lemonade in vintage glasses.
Under the Sea Theme 🐠🌊
Create a dreamy oceanic scene with mermaid accents, seashell decor, and calming blue hues.
How to Recreate It:
- Use sea-inspired decor like starfish and coral.
- Set up a shimmering blue and pearl balloon garland.
- Offer themed snacks like “oyster” cookies with pearl candy.
- Serve blue mocktails with sugared rims.
Vintage Storybook Theme 📖✨
For the book lover, plan a nostalgic baby shower with classic children’s books as decor, vintage frames, and old-school charm.
How to Recreate It:
- Use stacks of vintage books as centerpieces.
- Have a “Write a Letter to Baby” station.
- Serve snacks inspired by beloved children’s tales.
- Display book covers as bunting.
Bumblebee Baby Shower 🐝🌼
We all love bees as pollinators! Perhaps plan a bright and cheerful celebration with black, yellow, and white decor, honey-inspired treats, and cute bee accents.
How to Recreate It:
- Use yellow and black striped table settings.
- Offer honey-themed desserts like honeycomb toffee.
- Set up a “Mommy-to-Bee” photo booth.
- Serve lemonade in beehive-shaped dispensers.
Ice Cream Social Theme 🍦🎉
Create a fun and colorful ice cream-inspired baby shower with pastel cones, sprinkles, and a DIY sundae bar. Be warned – it might be tricky to manage the sugar-rush afterwards!
How to Recreate It:
- Set up an ice cream sundae station.
- Use pastel decorations and waffle cone party hats.
- Offer a variety of toppings in cute jars.
- Serve milkshakes with striped straws.
A baby shower should be a joyful and beautiful occasion, filled with love, creativity, and special touches that reflect the parents-to-be. I hope these ideas – dreamy pastel theme, a playful animal adventure, or a chic and elegant affair, themes will help make your celebration an unforgettable one.
Happy planning! 🎉💖
