The key to a "cool" teen party is picking a theme that feels current but still leaves room for their own style. Here are five of our favorite sophisticated themes that translate perfectly to a photo-booth setup.

We’ve all seen the primary-colored grocery store bouquets that feel a little... chaotic. But after years of styling milestones in Madrona, I’ve realized that balloons are actually one of the best tools we have for setting a mood.

At bloon, we are big believers in the two-hour party. It’s the sweet spot. It’s enough time to feel like a real celebration, but short enough to keep the energy high from the moment the first guest walks in until the last balloon leaves the building.

If you’ve spent the last decade planning parties around superheroes, princesses, or petting zoos, the shift into the "tween" years can feel a little daunting. Suddenly, the old bag of tricks doesn't work.

You’ve picked the perfect palette, we’ve styled the arrangement, and now comes the most nerve-wracking part: getting them from our Madrona studio to your living room.