The tradition of Quinceanera is one of the most important
celebration in the Mexican culture. In
Mexico and other countries in Latin America, it is customary to celebrate a
girl’s fifteenth birthday party with full pomp and glory.
Now what is Quinceanera?
It is a combination of the Spanish words quince “fifteen” and anos
‘years’. It is one of the most
meaningful event that happens to any fifteen year old Mexican or Latin American
girl. This celebration traditionally marks a girl’s coming of age,
that she’s mature and ready for marriage and also to give thanks to God for all
his blessings. It is also an honour to
the girl’s parents and her godparents who’ll play an important role throughout
the ceremonies.
The celebration normally begins with a thanksgiving mass
in church, to give thanks for a completed childhood. The godparents will bestow the birthday
girl with lavish gifts and jewellery
which will accentuate her beautiful dress. The Quinceanera dress will be a
full length ball gown in pastel or bold colours of her choice.
Around the birthday girl will be 14 male and female attendants
and escorts, called damas and chambelanes to represent the previous 14 year of
life.
The Quinceanera dress is the birthday girl’s first formal
adult attire and even though it’s worn for only a day, a good choice of a comfortable
dress is crucial. A dress that will look
good on her, with matching colours to her skin and which will flatter her
body. Pink is the traditional colour of
a Quinceanera dress but fashion has evolved and the colours now worn are more
bold and extravagant. So for those who
are planning for an elaborate ‘Fifteenth Year’
or a ‘Sweet Sixteen’ birthday bash, do hop over to Sweetquinceaneradress for your dream dress.
Gorgeous dresses. Imagine if it was customary for those in the 40s too. I'll go get one for myself..lol
ReplyDeleteBeautiful dresses!!!!!. Perfect.
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