Would it really be a party – any kind of party – without a plentiful supply of party balloons? But these days the selection available for every event from a toddler’s birthday party to a formal wedding to the annual office Christmas bash and everything in between is huge! How do you decide which balloons to buy and what to do with them when they arrive?
While the party balloon options available to you are indeed almost endless, if you are looking for a little help and inspiration here are some of the hottest trends in party balloons that are on the horizon for 2019.
Metal Makes Its Mark
Metallic latex balloons have been around for a while but right now – and heading into the new year – we think this is the time they really make their mark. Metallic balloons are elegant and stylish – perfect for weddings and anniversary parties especially – come in a wide variety of attractive colours and tend to be more durable than many standard balloon options.
Balloon Walls
Balloon walls are popping up at all kinds of parties and events – even A-list red carpet events – and as intricate and impressive as they can look they are actually surprisingly easy to create. Balloon walls can be particularly effective as a jaw-dropping, colorful backdrop for a photo booth or centerpiece for a dessert or gift table, making them a great addition to almost any party or event.
Balloon walls can be as large – or as small – as you want or need them to be. Some of the most impressive examples we have seen made using our wholesale balloons made use of several layers of different – but complementary – balloon styles to create a 3D effect that is both intriguing and attractive. And all you really need – apart from the right balloons – is a reliable way to secure them (Blu-Tack works well) and a little patience.
Stuffed Balloons
Stuffed balloons are far more elegant and attractive than the rather clunky-sounding name implies. Basically, if it won’t puncture the balloon, and can still be seen once the balloon is inflated – which makes clear and semi-transparent balloons the best possible choice – you can ‘stuff’ balloons with almost anything. Confetti, faux rose petals, feathers and glitter are all very popular choices, and, with a little extra effort, balloons can be stuffed into one another for a particularly striking effect.
Shaped Decorator Balloons
Who says that balloons always have to have that classic oval shape? A new generation of durable, shaped balloons have arrived and can be used to create some amazing balloon decor for any party. We are particularly fond of the semi-square shaped Cubez balloons – especially since they have a marvelous metallic finish and come in a large range of bright jewel colours – but any shaped balloon – stars, crescents, stars, tapers and more – can all be used to great effect.
