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Have you heard? According to Charli XCX, it’s officially Brat Summer, and there’s no better way to channel this carefree, rebellious vibe than with a Brat-themed birthday party! Summer might be over, but who says you can't carry those bold, fun vibes into your birthday celebration? Whether you’re a die-hard fan of the album or just looking for a unique and exciting party theme, we’ve got you covered. Ready to let your inner brat girl shine all year round? Here’s how to throw the ultimate Brat birthday party, complete with DIY touches that scream early 2000s nostalgia.
Brat Invitations:
Who the F*ck are you: No sugar-coating here. This in-your-face invite is all attitude, letting your guests know this party is for brats only. Expect rebellious energy and carefree vibes from the moment they open it.
Bratty Birthday: Featuring a neon green frill cake and the message "Birthday Brat!"—it’s eye-catching and sets the vibe for a night of no rules.
Brat Birthday: Keep it simple but savage with an invite that says, “ Brat Birthday" It's a birthday party, but its not because its brat so... It say everything it needs. Neon colors, bold fonts, and unapologetic make this one totally approved and full of energy.
DIY Decor: Brat Menu, Brat Backdrops, and Table Signs
Set the vibe for your Brat birthday party with decor that pulls everything together effortlessly. From a brat-themed menu to eye-catching backdrops and playful table signs, these DIY decor elements will tie in the rebellious, fun energy of the Brat Summer aesthetic. Bold colors, sassy quotes, and attention-grabbing accents like neon green and metallics will give your party the bold statement it needs.
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Bar Menu: Make your bar the talk of the party by creating a custom Brat bar menu. Name your cocktails after bratty references from Charli XCX’s album, such as “Rotten apple” or “Von Dutch Cult Classic.” Display the menu in bold fonts and brat-approved colors to ensure your guests know the party doesn’t stop at the drinks.
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Brat Table Signs: Add bratty table signs throughout your party. Play with quotes like “I’m your favorite reference,” “Apple,” or even a Birthday Girls twist on Mean Girls references from Charli’s album. Make each table a little more interactive and fun with attitude-filled phrases.
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Lime Green Plates: Make the whole table pop with lime green plates to match the brat theme. You can find options like this set for a vibrant and bold look.
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Neon Green Streamers: Don’t forget to elevate the space with neon green streamers layered with black ones for an edgy contrast. These neon streamers will create the perfect backdrop, adding that rebellious, fun brat energy.
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Spike Balloons and Green Balloons: Add some flair to your decor with spike balloons for an edgy look and green balloons to complement your lime green and neon decor. These fun, unique balloons will help take your brat theme to the next level.
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Disco Ball: And of course, don’t forget the ultimate party must-have: a glittering disco ball to reflect those colorful lights and keep the fun going all night long.
Brat Party Fashion: What to Wear
Embrace the Brat aesthetic with the ultimate bratty outfit:
Baggy Jeans
Neon Fish top
Bucket hat
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Low-Rise Pants, Mini Skirts, Baggy wide jeans: Channel early 2000s fashion with low-rise jeans, Baggy wide jeans or mini skirts paired with crop tops that have bratty slogans. These will set you up as the ultimate brat girl of the party.
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Neon Fishnets: Add a bold pop of color with neon fishnet stockings and Neon tops that bring a rebellious edge to your outfit. Whether in lime green or hot pink, these fishnets are the perfect bratty touch to complete your look and embrace that Y2K vibe.
- One-Piece Neon Green Bodysuit: If you’re feeling like being a brat baddie, try rocking a one-piece neon green bodysuit. It’s bold, sleek, and will have you standing out as the ultimate brat girl at your party! Try adding a Garter belt and a Chunky platform boot to really accentuate this lewk!
- Neon Nails: Finish your bratty look with bold neon nails in vibrant colors like lime green, hot pink, or electric blue. They’re the perfect finishing touch for your Brat girl summer aesthetic.
- Bucket Hat: Top off your bratty look with a neon bucket hat to really capture that Y2K vibe. It’s both trendy and practical, giving your outfit a bold, carefree flair while keeping you festival-ready all night long.
Polarized Sunglasses
Goth Platform Chunky
Cat Eye Sunglasses
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Tiny Sunglasses & Chunky Sneakers: These accessories are a must for the perfect Brat birthday party look. Tiny sunglasses and platform sneakers will give you that rebellious, Y2K edge.
Crimping Iron Hair Crimper + Hair Bedazzler
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Cute Buns or Twists with Jewels: Opt for playful hairstyles like space buns or twisted updos, and complete the look with glittery hair jewels or rhinestones to add a touch of bratty glam to your outfit.
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Crimped Waves: For that rebellious edge, go for crimped waves that add volume and texture. It’s the perfect throwback hairstyle that screams carefree, Brat Summer energy.
Hot Dogs and Pizza: Club Classics and Street Meat Vibes
Bring the Brat girl summer vibe into the food with hot dogs and pizza—the ultimate post-club combo. Inspired by Charli XCX’s song Club Classic, recreate the millennial nostalgia of grabbing street meat after a night of dancing.
HoT Dogs
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Hot Dogs: Set up a street meat-inspired hot dog bar where your guests can load up their dogs with bratty toppings like crispy onions, jalapeños, and spicy mustard. It's a simple yet satisfying way to channel that late-night after-club energy.
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Pizza: Slice into some bratty fun with pizza! Whether it’s classic pepperoni or a brat-inspired buffalo chicken pizza, these crowd-pleasers will keep everyone fueled up for the dance floor.
Sour Candy Bar & Espresso Martinis
Don’t forget the sweet and caffeinated touches to keep the Brat birthday party energy high!
- Sour Candy Bar: Let your guests indulge in a DIY sour candy bar filled with treats like Sour Patch Kids, Nerds,and Sour Watermelons. For an extra throwback touch, add in some classic 2000s candies like Jawbreakers and Pixie Sticks. These nostalgic sweet-and-sour favorites are perfect for the bratty vibe and double as fun party favors that your guests can take home.
- Espresso Martinis: Keep the vibe alive with bold espresso martinis. The combo of vodka, coffee liqueur, and espresso is the perfect mix of caffeine and rebellion—just like your party!
Music & DJ: The Soundtrack to Your Brat Birthday Party
A Brat birthday party isn’t complete without the perfect soundtrack. Start with Charli XCX’s Brat and Brat and it’s completely different but also still brat, mixing in brat-coded artists like Olivia Rodrigo, Kim Petras, and Chappell Roan. Throw in some early 2000s throwbacks from Britney Spears and Gwen Stefani to capture that nostalgic brat girl vibe. To take things to the next level, hire a DJ to spin remixes of brat-inspired tracks and TikTok hits that will keep the dance floor packed all night long.
Party Games and Activities
Your Brat birthday party wouldn’t be complete without fun activities that capture the brat spirit:
- Karaoke: Nothing screams bratty fun like a karaoke session. Let your guests belt out Charli XCX hits or early 2000s anthems for the ultimate party activity.
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DIY Tarot Station: Want to add some mystery? Set up a tarot card reading station where guests can see what their Brat Summer future holds. It’s a fun, unexpected twist that keeps the rebellious energy going.
- TikTok Dance Challenge: Set up a TikTok station and challenge your guests to learn the latest dances to Charli XCX’s “Apple.” It’s the perfect way to bring some bratty fun to the party and capture unforgettable moments on camera.
Complete the Experience: Party Favors & Memories
Complete the Experience: Party Favors & Memories
Send your guests home with brat-approved favors that let them relive the fun of your Brat birthday party:
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Temporary Tattoos: Let your guests rock temporary tattoos featuring bratty designs like stars, flames, or butterflies.
- Disposable Cameras: Give out disposable cameras so your guests can capture the night’s best brat moments. The developed photos will be a hit and perfectly match the early 2000s vibe.
With bratty fashion, bold DIY decor, and a killer playlist, your Brat birthday party will be the event of the year. From hot dogs and pizza to interactive games, every detail will reflect the rebellious, carefree spirit of Brat Summer. Summer may be over, but the brat girl fun never stops—so grab your tiny sunglasses and get ready for a party that everyone will be talking about for month
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