A Very Merry Unbirthday! An Ode-to-Alice Sweet 16 Bash

Finally, proof that not all amazing sweet 16s need to involve a famous entertainer, mocktails, and a possible MTV film crew! This Alice in Wonderland-themed party thrown for 16-year-old Ciel is Wonderland, all grown up. Complete with kids in cool costumes, a gorgeous tea-party table, and a hefty dash of whimsy, this party, planned by La Vie Marie Events and photographed by Melody Melikian, is a delight in every way. Keep reading for the breathtaking details and photos of the fun crew who attended; they just might restore your faith in teenagers!

Happy Birthday, Ciel

Happy Birthday, Ciel

Guests were greeted by a gorgeous display of the birthday girl's name.

Invitation

Invitation

The invitation made it clear that this was not a birthday party but an unbirthday party, of course!

C Is For Ciel

C Is For Ciel

How gorgeous is this display of letters, gold frame, and florals, from Petals LA?

Party Setting

Party Setting

A look at the party setup for this Alice in Wonderland-inspired, very merry unbirthday party for 16-year-old Ciel.

Table Setting

Table Setting

La Vie Marie Events and Petals LA designed the whimsical and over-the-top tea party table, which included a black chandelier and gorgeous floral arrangements.

Beautiful Blooms

Beautiful Blooms

Proving that this isn't your typical sweet 16 party were Petals LA's towering floral displays.

Alice's Sweet Seat

Alice's Sweet Seat

Black and silver tableware and utensils looked lovely on the tea party table.

Mad Hatter Cake

Mad Hatter Cake

Rafi's Pastry in LA created the magical cake.

Alice and the Rabbit Hole

Alice and the Rabbit Hole

A sweet detail on the cake, created by Rafi's Pastry in LA.

Take Me

Take Me

Favors went along with the Alice in Wonderland theme.

Eat Me Cupcakes

Eat Me Cupcakes

Rafi's Pastry also created the sweet pastel cupcakes, each saying "eat me," an ode to Alice's cakes.

Whimsical Sweets

Whimsical Sweets

A closer look at the Alice-inspired cupcakes from Rafi's Pastry in LA.

Flowers in Teacups

Flowers in Teacups

Petals LA also made tiny floral displays in teacups.

Birthday Girl

Birthday Girl

Birthday girl Ciel dressed up as Alice, of course, and was joined by one guest gamely dressed as the Cheshire Cat.

Party Guests

Party Guests

Ciel's friends got into the Alice spirit, dressing up as characters from the much-beloved tale.