Libby Lou Night
A Magical Girls Night Throwback to Childhood Glam
Do you remember the magic of those Libby Lou parties from your childhood? The ones where you’d get pampered, decked out in sparkles, and feel like royalty for the day? Well, it’s time to relive those iconic memories with a Libby Lou-Inspired Girls' Night! This is the ultimate nostalgic girls' night, filled with glitter, glam, and all the fun activities that made those parties so unforgettable. From glittery makeovers to a dance party, this night will be all about self-expression, pampering, and pure joy!
Planning
Setting the Scene – A Sparkling, Glittery Wonderland
To capture the essence of a Libby Lou party, you’ll want to transform your space into a sparkling, whimsical haven that screams glam, fun, and a little bit of childhood magic. Think lots of glitter, bright colors, and anything that shimmers!
Decor: Glitter, Glam, and Glitz
Sparkly Backdrops & Streamers: Hang up metallic streamers or sequined backdrops to create an Insta-worthy photo wall. The more glitter, the better! Use bold, bright colors like hot pink, turquoise, and lavender to create a cheerful atmosphere.
Confetti Everywhere: Scatter sparkly confetti or glittery foam stars around the party space. Add some large, inflatable or plush stars, hearts, or butterflies to keep the vibes playful and nostalgic.
DIY Glam Stations: Set up a glittery glam station with mirrors, neon signs that say “You’re Fabulous!” and “Glam Squad,” and cute makeup chairs for a real “Libby Lou” makeover experience.
Fluffy Pillows and Cozy Blankets: Since this is a pampering night, make sure to have plenty of cozy, fluffy pillows and blankets where everyone can sit, chat, and be pampered in comfort.
Dress Code – Glitter and Glam for the Ultimate Transformation
This is your chance to go all out with glitter, sparkles, and childhood glam! You want your guests to feel like they're stepping into their own fairy tale makeover.
Outfit Ideas: Sparkle, Shine, and Glam
Glitter Dresses & Tutu Skirts: Think of those dreamy dresses you wanted to wear as a kid—fluffy tulle skirts, sparkling sequins, and fun metallic fabrics. Encourage your guests to wear glittery dresses, sequin-covered tops, or tutus to channel their inner princess.
Personalized T-Shirts: Have fun customizing glittery T-shirts for everyone, featuring sayings like “Glam Squad” or “Too Sparkly for You” in bold letters.
Shiny Accessories: Provide glittery headbands, tiaras, or feather boas as fun accessories for everyone to wear throughout the night. You could even hand out a few fun options to each guest as they arrive.
Sparkly Makeup & Nail Art: Encourage guests to bring out their inner artist by playing with colorful glitter eyeshadows, bold eyeliner, and sparkly lip gloss. Add a mini nail station with glittery polishes for some extra flair!
The Menu – Sweet, Fun, and Absolutely Adorable
What’s a Libby Lou-inspired girls' night without a fun, whimsical menu? Think sweet treats, colorful snacks, and drinks that are as fun to look at as they are to eat and drink. These treats should feel like little indulgences and nod to the over-the-top fun of a childhood glam session!
Snacks & Drinks: Fun, Sweet, and Totally Glam
Glittery Cupcakes: Serve up cupcakes with glittery frosting in vibrant colors. You can add edible sparkles or sprinkles to the top, and make each one extra special by decorating with mini tiaras or star-shaped toppers.
Candy Dipped Pretzels: Dip pretzel rods in colorful melted chocolate and sprinkle them with edible glitter or colorful candy confetti. They’re the perfect sweet-and-salty treat to munch on.
Rainbow Jello Parfaits: Create layers of colorful Jello in mini mason jars or glasses for a fun, retro dessert that looks fabulous and tastes just as sweet.
Cotton Candy: Set up a cotton candy station (if you can!) or buy pre-made cotton candy in pastel colors like pink, lavender, and blue. It’s light, airy, and oh-so-magical.
Sparkling Pink Lemonade: Serve up a refreshing and fun drink like pink lemonade, adding some sparkling water to give it a bubbly twist. For a grown-up version, try a pink Prosecco cocktail.
Candy Buffet: Lay out an array of colorful candy like gummy bears, lollipops, and fruit-flavored sweets. Make it extra fun by providing clear, glitzy jars for guests to scoop their favorites into.
The Party
At a Libby Lou party, the fun was all about getting glammed up, playing dress-up, and feeling fabulous! This girls' night will be full of fun, creative activities that let everyone enjoy their time as a glamorous diva.
Glitter Makeovers: Set up a “makeover” station with makeup, glitter hairspray, face gems, and colorful eye shadows. Give each guest the chance to get glammed up by a friend, or even offer mini makeovers where you can add rhinestones, glittery lip gloss, and fun hairstyles like high ponytails or cute braids.
Hair Accessories Station: Have a station where everyone can create their own hair accessories—glittery clips, bedazzled headbands, or even funky hair ties. It’s an activity that’s just as fun as it is creative!
DIY Glitter Body Art: Bring out the body glitter and face jewels for a DIY glitter art station! Guests can cover their faces, arms, and necks with sparkling gems and glitter for that ultimate Libby Lou glam. You can even try out temporary tattoos for a fun, retro twist.
Fashion Show: After getting their makeovers, host a mini runway fashion show! Set up a little “catwalk” where everyone can strut their stuff, show off their glammed-up looks, and pose for pictures. You can even have a little “award” ceremony with fun categories like “Most Sparkly,” “Best Hair,” and “Most Glamorous.”
Dance Party: Crank up the tunes and get the party started with a dance-off! Have a playlist filled with Libby Lou–inspired tracks, such as early 2000s pop hits, like Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, and Hannah Montana. Get everyone dancing to the beat and reliving their childhood favorite songs!
Digital Photoshoot: Set up a cute photo booth with props like feather boas, glittery sunglasses, and fun hats. Snap photos on digital cameras and send them to your Moms just like you did when you were a kid!
Favors: Send Your Guests Home with Fun Memories
As the night comes to a close, send everyone home with a little gift that reminds them of the sparkle and fun they had during your Libby Lou-inspired girls' night.
Mini Makeup Kits: A cute mini makeup kit with glittery lip gloss, mini nail polish, and sparkly face masks will make your guests feel fabulous long after they leave.
DIY Glitter Bath Bombs: As a fun parting gift, hand out homemade glitter bath bombs that guests can use to relax and unwind in true pampered style.