If you're looking for a fresh theme for a graduation party, this She "Crushed It" Graduation Party is for you! Gorgeous greenery and crisp, colorful citrus fruits set the stage for a stunning celebration, while modern decor gives this grad party a contemporary, on-trend vibe. The stylish hoop wreath can easily be recreated following our step-by-step instructions, and you won't want to miss the recipe for Orange Crush Slushies...perfect for celebrating the grad that "crushed it!" FREE printables are included to help you replicate this entire look with ease.
This fresh take on a graduation party is so...refreshing! It's nice to see some alternative ideas to the typical "school color" graduation party themes, isn't it? Just look at how these colors pop!
Citrus takes center stage in this celebration, so we started off by using it in the table runner for the dining table. Candles are great for adding ambiance, so begin by arranging taper candles down the center of the table. From there, simply layer fresh greenery, flowers, oranges and lemons around the candles until you've achieved a look you like.
We love how the Pink Square Dinner Plates in the place settings add some color contrast to the table and look so amazing with the orange and yellow fruits! Adhere the free printable plate decals to Clear Premium Square Plastic Dessert Plates and layer them on top of the pink plates to help tie the tablescape together and emphasize the party theme. Premium Metallic Gold Cutlery and White & Gold Foil Polka Dot Beverage Paper Napkins echo the gold in the printable decals and overall party decor.
We couldn't think of a better drink to serve at a graduation party than an Orange Crush Slushie to symbolize how our new grad "crushed it" in high school! Not only is this recipe delicious but it matches the party decor perfectly! Serve slushies in Clear Stemless Plastic Wine Glasses so that the color of the slushies can show through.
To lend to the graduation theme, tie Rainbow Faux Leather Tassels onto some Gold Baker's Twine, then hot glue the twine to the tops of Gold Foil Striped Straws. Hot glue Graduation Cap Charms onto the tops of the straws, securing the twine underneath. Next, attach printable straw flags around the straws using double-sided tape. So cute!
The backdrop for this citrus inspired graduation party is such a stunner, and super trendy for the new graduate! Would you believe that the gold circle is just a Plastic Hula Hoop that's been spray painted gold? The DIY Citrus Hoop Wreath can be completed in just a few, simple steps and the printable banner can be downloaded here to help you recreate the look.
We mimicked the greenery, floral and fruit table runner from the dining table on the dessert table by intertwining Artificial Lemon Garland and Pink Azalea Floral Garland. Votive candles in White Cutout Dot Candle Holders added ambiance and contrast to the runner.
A Clear Acrylic Sign can easily be jazzed up for the occasion with a coat of orange paint and some white vinyl text. That "fresh" play on words for the citrus theme is kinda clever, right?
We made creating your own signature cake topper easy by including a "Congratulations" cake topper in the full printable pack. Just tape it onto some Orange Striped Paper Straws and insert into your cake! Place oranges, lemons and flowers at the base of your cake topper for a fabulous finishing touch.
Orange you sweet for sending your guests home with a little treat? That's what they'll be thinking! Fill Clear Round Favor Containers with orange and yellow jellybeans, then add these printable leaves and fruit slices. Tuck them inside a White Mini Suitcase Centerpiece with some green crinkle paper and this "Orange You Sweet" favor sign. We also put one of these at each place setting on the dining table.
Adding some Faux Floral Greenery to Round Gold Mercury Bud Vases helps balance the height between the cake, acrylic sign and the favor suitcase. They blend in seamlessly and work with the other botanicals on the table.
Isn't this citrus and floral graduation party just the zest?!! I hope you've been inspired to host one of your own. Have fun with it, and congrats to your graduate!
