How to Select a Quinceañera Gift
A Quinceañera celebrates a special time in the life of Hispanic girls. It honors Hispanic girls as they turn 15 years old and completes their transition from girlhood to womanhood. The extent to which a Quinceañera is celebrated varies by family. If you have been honored with an invitation to a young lady's Quinceañera, it is important to bring an appropriate gift.
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Consider the recipient's taste. As in any gift-giving situation, you must have an idea of what the recipient might like. Remember a Quinceañera reflects the taste and style of the young lady. Any gifts for her should also reflect her style.
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Remember the recipient's age. While a Quinceañera does celebrate a girl's transition into womanhood, in reality she is still 15 years old. She might not truly appreciate something too adult or overly serious.
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Be respectful of the occasion. A Quinceañera honors the young woman as she makes a big step in her life. The Quinceañera party may be fun and informal but gifts should honor this important occasion. Pick a gift that reminds her of this important time in her life.
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Think about other gifts the honoree might receive. If the Quinceañera celebration is a large affair with a church service and party, the family of the honoree will give her jewelry, high-heeled shoes and a doll which holds special significance. These gifts are part of the ceremony and have been chosen specifically in accordance with the Quinceañera tradition.
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Talk with her family and friends. The family and friends of the Quinceañera, the young lady being honored, know what she likes or what she needs. Ask her friends to honestly tell you what she would really like on her big day.
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Tips & Warnings
Some gifts to consider that go along with the church service or party are a rosary, a saint medal representing the Quinceanera's confirmation saint, a guest book or a photo album.
Money is an acceptable gift if it is an appropriate amount and given within a nice card. Remember to write something nice in the card.
