19 Baby Shower Themes to Welcome a New Arrival From fairy-tale celebrations to tea parties, these baby shower themes are the perfect way to welcome your little one into the world. By Emily Goldman Emily Goldman Emily Goldman is a former digital editor at MarthaStewart.com and a New York City-based bridal and lifestyle editor with eight years of experience at Bridal Guide Magazine, MarthaStewart.com, and Hearst Magazines. Editorial Guidelines and Alexandra Kelly Alexandra Kelly Alex is the senior home editor for Martha Stewart. She has over 10 years of experience producing digital content in the home and lifestyle space, ranging from cleaning and organizing to etiquette and home design. Editorial Guidelines Updated on December 21, 2023 Close Credit: Courtesy of Louise Roe A baby shower is something a parent-to-be will remember for years to come. That's why it's always fun to celebrate the newest addition to your inner circle in style by showering the expecting parent with a memorable party. You can add an even greater sense of festivity to the event by choosing a theme. Whether classic or modern, the idea you choose doesn't have to be over-the-top. Invite guests along on a forest adventure with a wooded wonderland theme featuring candy eggs, cloches, and faux bois pedestals. Or focus on a specific color for a more subtle theme. Whether the person you're showering loves bold hues or prefers a minimalist, all-white color palette, go monochromatic with matching decorations, desserts, and party favors. To help you plan the most joyous event, we're sharing baby shower theme ideas sure to pique every type of expecting parent's interest. 22 Baby Shower Ideas for Hosting an Unforgettable Celebration 01 of 19 Rainbow Credit: Stephanie Williams Rainbows have always been a symbol of joy and happiness—two things a new baby is sure to bring. Honor that sentiment with rainbow-inspired décor. At this celebration, pastel velvet fabrics in various colors were draped over the table, which was covered with 120 meringues in a spectrum of hues. 02 of 19 Garden Party Credit: Janelle Jones A beautiful springtime garden party is the perfect backdrop to welcoming baby. Add sprigs of fresh-picked flowers wrapped in cloth napkins to everyone's place setting; afterward, guests can take them home as a pretty floral party favor. 03 of 19 Sunflowers Shower the parent-to-be with a sunny sunflower-themed shower, complete with this sunflower-shaped cupcake arrangement. Arrange vases of sunflowers on tables, and accent them with yellow and orange plates, napkins, and cutlery. 04 of 19 Peter Rabbit Credit: Billye Donya Hop on over to a pastel-hued celebration focused on the stories by Beatrix Potter, the celebrated children's author of Peter Rabbit. Delight baby shower attendees with a farm-fresh menu, spring greenery, and charming decorations. 05 of 19 Poppies Credit: Ditte Isager Celebrating in the warmer spring or summer months? Corn poppies are the perfect way to create a bright atmosphere. Make arrangements of poppies in regal reds, rose pinks, wispy whites, and flushed creams the centerpieces for your shower's tablescape. Pink beverages, bowls of red fruit (cherries, raspberries, and strawberries), and a poppy-painted tablecloth add to the floral-inspired theme. 06 of 19 French-Inspired Credit: Judy Pak Photography In a light and airy space, Parisian touches and a neutral color scheme create an ethereal setting for a baby shower. Scatter greenery, fringed tulips, and garden roses to add a touch of nature to the room. For a decidedly French feel, set out a delectable dessert buffet with tasty treats like macarons, mini tarts, and an elegant white cake. Can You Have a Baby Shower for Your Second—or Third, or Fourth—Child? 07 of 19 Halloween Credit: Shanna Sullivan Does the parent-to-be love Halloween? Use these tricks to treat them to a celebration that pays homage to their favorite holiday. Here, sweet meets spooky with a marshmallow ghost cake and cupcakes, ethereal tulle-cloaked balloons, and ghostly taper candles. 08 of 19 Hot Air Balloons Credit: Shanna Sullivan Take a baby shower to new heights with décor incorporating the bright colors of a carnival-bound fleet of hot air balloons and a wondrous sky-blue backdrop. Hanging mobiles, 3D paper invitations, and a whimsical cloud of balloons all make for a memorable party. 09 of 19 Beauty and the Beast Credit: Brklyn View Photography Invite guests to enter a room that's steeped with charm and subtle nods to Beauty and the Beast. Decorate tables with garden cloches, tea envelope party favors, and a spread of tea sandwiches and decadent desserts. 30 Easy Cake Recipes Every Home Baker Will Love 10 of 19 Bumblebees Credit: Photography by Leandra We're sure the parent-to-be is absolutely buzzing to meet their new arrival. Enter this fitting theme. A bumblebee garland adds some whimsy to the dessert table while luscious blooms help set the scene. The cake features honeycomb detailing, touches of blue, and silvery bumblebees atop subtle golden drips of honey. 11 of 19 Pink Hues Credit: Lisa Ziesing of Abby Jiu Photography A pink-themed baby shower creates a picture-perfect backdrop to celebrate the impending arrival. Ombré red-and-pink floral arrangements, vintage-inspired pink glassware, and delicate pink desserts help play into the theme. 12 Baby Shower Centerpieces That Suit Any Party Theme 12 of 19 Woodland Wonderland Credit: Charlotte Jenks Lewis For a baby shower full of wildlife whimsy, bring the outdoors in. Flora and fauna vignettes using birds' nests, candy eggs, cloches, and faux-bois pedestals will bring the theme to life. For the menu, forest animal-shaped treats elevate the standard grazing table. 13 of 19 Travel Credit: Braedon Flynn For the guest of honor who loves to travel, an intimate shower featuring collections of globes, wild floral arrangements, and a natural setting will inspire a sense of wonder. 14 of 19 French Countryside Take a cue from the picturesque French countryside in summer—where the fields are carpeted in lavender and the sky is nursery blue—when choosing your baby shower theme. Attendees can enjoy a menu of potato-leek soup, pissaladiere, madeleines, and chocolat blanc. Embroidered linens, a tiny arrangement of forget-me-nots, and a number of dangling wired wreaths make decorations a breeze. A Complete Timeline for Planning a Baby Shower 15 of 19 Learning the Alphabet The letters that a child will one day learn are the foundation for this simple and elegant baby shower lunch. Continue the motif with alphabet cookies and a building block cake. 16 of 19 Tea Party Credit: Courtesy of Louise Roe Get excited for inevitable tea parties with your little one by throwing a baby shower inspired by afternoon tea. Tabletop elegance, petite pastries, clattering china, and warm beverages are a must for this bash that's fit for any Anglophile. 17 of 19 Beloved Books Credit: Tara Donne Celebrate the parent-to-be's love of literature with a book-themed baby shower complete with darling decorations and plenty of fairy-tale fun. Tell a story of the joy to come with miniature book garlands and a menu that nods to the guest of honor's favorite stories. 18 of 19 Graphic Mobile Credit: JONNY VALIANT Personalize the shower by opting for eye-catching DIY décor. This graphic mobile comes together quickly and pulls double duty as a design element for the baby's nursery. Get the Graphic Mobile Party Decoration How-To 19 of 19 Summer Daisies A simple summer flower inspires an outdoor baby shower with fresh-picked décor, favors, and food. The daisy is easy to replicate in decorations and favors, but not every detail is flower-shaped. Yellow-and-white favors—including lollipops, rubber ducks, and a gingham tablecloth—all drive the theme home. Explore more: Entertaining Baby Shower Ideas Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit