How to throw a “The Life Of a Showgirl” Themed party

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With The Life of a Showgirl, Taylor Swift has taken us into a glitter-soaked world of spectacle, heartbreak, and empowerment under the stage lights ~ and we are ready to celebrate! Maybe you and the girls are dyring to plan a release party for TS12, know a Swiftie with a birthday or wedding coming up, or Swiftie Halloween ~ here’s how to throw a “showgirl” soirée that captures all the flair of her new album era.

The Vibe: Old Vegas Meets Pop Stardom

Think vintage showgirl glam with a modern twist: feather boas, rhinestones, velvet, stage curtains, and the raw emotion of Swift’s lyricism. Mix Taylor’s signature soft pastels and reds with showbiz gold and spotlight sparkle. You want the room to feel like a backstage dressing room and center stage at once.

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“The Life of a showgirl” themed party details

decor

Decor for this theme is all about glam, glitter, & drama! Decorate your “The Life of a Showgirl” themed party with cover-art color schemes of vibrant orange & teal ~ or opt for classic neutrals with lots of shimmering silver & black. Photo-op backdrops could feature velvet curtains, sequin tinsel, or fringe with marquee letters or neon signs spelling out “Showgirl”, “Swiftie”, “Live at Midnight”, “She’s a Mastermind”, “One Night Only!”, etc. Faux feathers and vintage posters of Taylor Swift album covers, and vintage vanity lighting would be perfect for creating an old-Hollywood-style vibe.

Here are some of my top picks for “The Life of a Showgirl” themed balloons ~

here are some more fun decor ideas to bring to life the TS12 album cover

or go with neutral glam decor

dress code

Dress the part with all the sparkle & sass! Showgirl-inspired looks like flapper fringe, sparkly bodysuits, satin gloves, or glittery cocktail dresses would be perfect attire for this party. Blend the eras with a little Reputation edge, Lover sparkle, & 1989 glam.

food & drink

Glitter dipped strawberries? Yes please! Serve up some glamorous party snacks, like glitter donuts, mini champagne cupcakes, popcorn in gold foil cones, or microphone cake pops! Maybe add some TS12 themed food labels like, “Enchanted Eclairs”, “Stage Kiss Kookies”, or “The Last Show Cheeseboard”.

party games & activities

• The Life Of A Showgirl Album Bingo
• “Which Taylor Era Are You?” Quiz ~ custom or printable versions to reveal everyone’s inner era.
• Lyric Mad Libs ~ use Showgirl-era lyrics with blanks for a hilarious game.
• Red Lipstick Relay ~ teams race to apply red lipstick and feather boas under a spotlight.
• DIY Lyrical Fans ~ everyone decorates folding fans with their favorite lyrics from the album.
• Photo booth props ~ microphones, tiaras, top hats, veils, “I’m the Show” signs
• Backdrop photo ops ~ light-up “TS” initials, disco balls, shimmering curtains ~ strike a pose, Showgirl style
• Live Polaroid station ~ let everyone take home a retro snap from the night

party favors

Treat your guests with favors like, mini glitter perfume bottles labeled “Showgirl No. 13”, rhinestone keychains or mini feathers, custom temporary tattoos. Or my top pick ~ any of these “The Life of a Showgirl” themed stickers!

or a Swiftie favorite, these friendship bracelets

or choose from these TS12 themed gift ideas your guests would love

make it bridal (“the life of a bachelorette”)

This bachelorette party theme is a high-drama, high-fashion celebration of friendship, freedom, and feminine fire! Think rhinestones on every glass, feathers on every outfit, with a romantic & empowering soundtrack. This is the ultimate girls’ night out for the confident bride who loves to celebrate with shimmer & sass!

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• “The Life of a Bachelorette” Party Banner
• Long White Sequin Dress
• Invitations
• Disposable Coupe Glasses
• Custom Life of a Showgirl Sash

make it birthday (“The life of a birthday girl”)

Let the birthday girl take center stage on her big day with this glamorous & empowering birthday party theme! Dazzling & playful, everyone will love a birthday bash with some Showgirl sparkle. Lean into main character energy with feathers, fringe, and fierce confidence. I’m thinking rhinestone tiara, a shimmering photo booth, and maybe even a confetti cannon!

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• “Happy Birthday” banner
• Customized chip bags
• Blue sparkly candles
• “The Life of a Birthday Girl” cupcake toppers
• Invitations
• Orange cake stand

Make it halloween

Sultry, sparkling, and a little spooky! This party is all about theatrical flair, dramatic costumes & haunted glamour. A haunted stage? Old Hollywood meets haunted cabaret? So many fun ways to turn a “The Life of a Showgirl” release party into an unforgettable Halloween bash!

Costumes are a must, but with a twist ~ guests are invited to channel their inner showgirl gone spooky with looks like a Ghost of a Pop Star, a Burlesque Witch, or a Glittering Vampiress ~ basically, dead but make it couture. Signature cocktails will set the mood, including the shimmery Mirrorball Margarita, the dark and delicious Haunted Heart with blackberry bourbon and a black sugar rim, and the smoky, dramatic Spotlight & Smoke served with dry ice in coupe glasses. The soundtrack of the night blends eerie Taylor Swift tracks like “Haunted”, “Don’t Blame Me”, and “No Body, No Crime” with fictional showgirl-era bangers like “Deadly in Diamonds” and *“Curtain Call (Never Came Back).” Guests can strike a pose at glamorously ghoulish photo ops ~ think vintage dressing room mirrors, red velvet curtains, and neon signs reading “This Girl’s Gone Ghost” or “Center Stage Forever.” And for the bold, there’s a chance to strut and slay in a costume catwalk or join a Lip Sync for Your (After)Life showdown!

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