Have you thought about the surprise dance?
The surprise dance is the most exciting part of a quinceañera, but that doesn’t mean it’s the least important. A well-coordinated dance requires much effort and dedication from both the quinceañera and her court of honor. First, everyone must agree with the type of music and song in order to remain enthusiastic during the choreography. If you don’t know how to dance, don’t worry! There will always be someone in your group who loves to dance and he or she can help. Learning how to dance is usually very fun.
After deciding which song you will dance to, next you need to select the group’s outfits. The attire will depend on the music genre, but also on how comfortable you feel wearing it. If the clothes are so tight that they restrict your movement, then they are not the appropriate attire. Wear something that lets you move freely.
Outfits and accessories for the dance
Tropical Music
If you choose to use a remix of merengue, cumbia, salsa, or another tropical sound, consider the following:
Girls: wear a lively-colored dress with short or no sleeves, tight at the top and flare at the hips. The length of the dress can be above the knee. You may also wear a combination of a short skirt with flare and a top with or without sleeves.
Guys: black or white creased trousers, dress shoes, and a colorful unbuttoned shirt.
Urban Music
If hip-hop, R&B, or reggae is your style, then guys can wear baggy pants, a printed or polo shirt, a pair of tennis shoes, and a bit of “bling bling”. Girls can wear tights with a short dress or three-quarter pants with a tank top. Use tennis shoes or flats; heels are not fit for this dance style.
Mexican Music
Another option for your surprise dance is Mexican regional music; “el pasito duranguense,” “banda,” or even “zapateado.” The outfit design is very simple: a pair of jeans, cowboy boots, belt, shirt, and a cowboy hat. Both guys and girls can wear the same outfit.
Keep in mind that there is an endless amount of choreographies as well as outfits. Ask your friends, search the Internet, or look in magazines. Choose the one you like best and enjoy the dance!
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