Sophia’s Unicorn First Birthday


Happy Monday, friends! I’m so excited to share the professional photos from Sophia’s first birthday party taken by Julie Young. She also photographed our family session in the park which we absolutely loved! When we started to think about Sophia’s first birthday, which let’s be honest I was thinking about when she was 8 months old, we both knew that with the amount of people we wanted to invite, it couldn’t be at our condo. I started researching venues and quickly picked Maggiano’s in the city. I liked the private function room and that all the food (which was delicious) would be served family style. 



The theme was pretty easy for me to decide on – unicorns! From the invite to desserts, we had little touches of this throughout! It wasn’t overpowering, but just enough that it was known! Between Etsy, Amazon and a few local vendors – we had all the unicorn touches needed! I ordered a custom unicorn balloon & pastel rainbow garland from Fig Balloon Co – love how they turned out and she threw in an extra #1 gold balloon which was so sweet! When we got to the restaurant, the tables were missing something, so with the extra balloons that I ordered, an air pump and some double sided tape, I created these little centerpieces on each table! The cake was the first thing I ordered and I absolutely love how it turned out – Party Favorstook my Pinterest inspiration and made it come to life! 


Gary worked on a really special video that we showed while everyone was eating & there were a couple of sweet  and heartfelt speeches thrown in! We’re so grateful that so many people chose to celebrate Sophia’s birthday with us, which is why it was so important to me to have photos taken with each one of the guests and the birthday girl


The stress of hosting a party is something I’ll always feel, but in the moment it was so wonderful to be surrounded by our family and friends that helped make this first year of parenthood a bit easier! . Even though she will have no recollection of this, I’m happy that we will be able to show her the photos and video from her first birthday!



It was the most special day & we’re so grateful that a good time was had by all!





Custom Balloons – Fig Balloon Co


Cake & Cookies – Party Favors


Unicorn Photo Banner– Etsy


Unicorn Milestone Poster – Etsy


“One” Unicorn Banner– Amazon


Pastel Balloons for Centerpieces – Amazon


Pink & Gold Crown – Amazon






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23 Comments

  1. R's Rue
    August 19, 2019 / 11:50 am

    You did a great job planning the party. Absolutely perfect.
    rsrue.blogspot.com

  2. Rosy Outlook - Fashion & Lifestyle by Kelly Rose
    August 19, 2019 / 12:46 pm

    Sophia is such a lucky lady! Her party was too adorable just like her!

    Rosy Outlook

  3. Amanda Elizabeth - Meet at the Barre
    August 19, 2019 / 1:41 pm

    Wow! Such a beautiful party and all the lovely details. I cannot believe she is one already!!! You are Gary looked great!

  4. Rachel F
    August 19, 2019 / 1:43 pm

    It was a fabulous day for a fabulous little princess and her equally fabulous family! Glad I could be a part of it! XOXO, R

  5. Gold Coast Girl
    August 19, 2019 / 2:08 pm

    This looks amazing! Love the theme! So cute xo
    ~Samantha
    goldcoastgirlblog.com

  6. A Dash of Pretty
    August 19, 2019 / 2:11 pm

    This party came out so well – but that is a guarantee with your planning skills! The best part is how happy you all look!!!

  7. Kate at Green Fashionista
    August 19, 2019 / 2:56 pm

    Everything came out amazing, all the details were gorgeous! And can we talk about that fabulous dress on you?! <3

    Green Fashionista

  8. Grace Liang
    August 19, 2019 / 2:56 pm

    This is absolutely adorable! I love the unicorn theme! It looks like she had a wonderful 1st birthday. 🙂

    colorandgrace.com

  9. Grace Louise
    August 19, 2019 / 2:58 pm

    Aw wow this all looks so amazing! Such cute decorations too!! x

    Grace Louise || gracelouiseofficial.blogspot.co.uk

  10. Missy
    August 19, 2019 / 4:12 pm

    Such great family photos! I love all the special touches and who doesn't love a unicorn party!

  11. Lindsay's Sweet World
    August 19, 2019 / 5:44 pm

    Absolutely precious! I'm so glad y'all had a wonderful party! That picture of her cheesing in her little crown is just priceless. She is so stinking cute.

  12. Rebecca Jo
    August 19, 2019 / 6:09 pm

    I bet there wasn't a dry eye with that video – how precious.
    & KUDOSSSSS to you for getting a photographer for the birthday. I tell people that ALLL the time – get someone to document for you – the day is already busy enough & you want to ENJOY it & not be all about focusing on pictures – or angry that you didnt get any after its all over.

  13. Hena Tayeb
    August 19, 2019 / 7:23 pm

    Happy Birthday Sophia! I can't believe she is already one. You looks happy and the birthday turned out fabulously.

  14. Andrea Nine
    August 19, 2019 / 11:42 pm

    I was so excited to see these pictures too. What a magical day! I am so happy Sophia has so many people who love her. You 2 are the best parents and this party was perfect!

  15. Emelia @ Dream Big and Buy the Shoes
    August 20, 2019 / 1:06 am

    I just love all the pictures. What a special and super cute party. Love the unicorn theme and what a great idea to have a video. Awesome job Mama and Dada 🙂

  16. NotJessFashion
    August 20, 2019 / 6:22 am

    This is so cute! Love the photos, so adorable.
    Jessica | notjessfashion.com

  17. Mica
    August 20, 2019 / 1:12 pm

    Oh your daughter is so cute! happy birthday to her! Such a sweet party theme and it's great you could celebrate with family and friends! 🙂

    Hope that your week is off to a great start 🙂

    Away From Blue

  18. Beautifully Candid
    August 20, 2019 / 3:17 pm

    It came out so cute! I love theme and she looks adorable with her little headband. It's so nice to have these special moments captured!

  19. FASHION TALES
    August 20, 2019 / 4:19 pm

    Oh my goodness, these photos are incredibley adorable. What a lovely sweet family you have. Unicorn themes are so playful, too! /Madison
    FASHION TALES

  20. awhite
    August 20, 2019 / 4:31 pm

    Aww, happy birthday, Sophia! These turned out so good- her little unicorn headband is adorable!

    -Ashley
    Le Stylo Rouge

  21. Sparkles and Lattes
    August 20, 2019 / 5:02 pm

    What a sweet birthday. I LOVE all the decorations. Total cute unicorn birthday party!

  22. Shannon Jenkins
    August 20, 2019 / 6:50 pm

    Happy Birthday Sophia!! I looks like her party was such a blast! It turned out amazing and sooooo adorable!

    <3 Shannon 
    Upbeat Soles

  23. Terra Heck
    August 23, 2019 / 8:35 am

    Sophia looks adorable in her birthday outfit and that cake is super cute.