A baby shower doesn’t need a ballroom’s worth of decorations to feel special. A backdrop behind the gift table, a wash of color on the walls and a glowing dessert table do most of the work. This guide to baby shower decor rentals covers the pieces that make the biggest difference, the colors you can actually order, and how delivery and returns work.
Key takeaways
- Pick a theme and two or three colors first, then match the backdrop, uplights and sashes to them.
- Backdrops come 8 or 10 feet tall in any width, in solid or sequin fabric, for indoor use.
- Uplights can be set to any color, and pin spots make the cake and dessert table stand out.
- There is no minimum order, so you can rent a single backdrop or a full set.
Plan the look first
A baby shower is a party to celebrate an expected or recent birth, so the room is usually set for gifts, food and photos rather than dancing. Choose a theme, then two or three colors that repeat across the backdrop, the lighting and the chairs. Measure the wall behind the gift or dessert table and note the ceiling height before you order.
Baby shower decor rentals that do the heavy lifting
A backdrop for the gift table or photo spot
A backdrop turns a plain wall into the focal point of the room. Rent My Wedding’s backdrops come 8 or 10 feet tall in any width. The swatches on the backdrops page show drapes in white, black, royal blue, navy, burgundy and red, and sequin fabric in gold, silver and rose gold, so check the current colors when you order.
For a softer look, add a valance or swag, a second layer of drapes across the top that can be a different color, for example white drapes with a rose gold sequin swag. If you’d like greenery instead, the boxwood backdrop adds a lush, green touch of nature with a rustic feel and pairs well with the photo booth. The tripod backdrops are designed for indoor use only, so plan the photo spot inside.
Uplighting in your theme color
Uplights sit on the floor against the wall and wash it with color. You choose any color with the push of a button, so soft pink, pale blue or a warm glow all work from the same light. Setup takes less than a minute per light. The cheat sheet suggests 10 uplights for up to 75 guests, which covers most showers.
There are two types. Standard uplights use power cords and can link up to 40 lights on one outlet, while wireless uplights have built-in batteries and a remote to program the colors.
Pin spots for the cake and dessert table
A pin spot is a small, focused light that makes the cake glow. It sits on the table and is aimed in under a minute. Pin spots also work on dessert bars, favor or gift tables and the guest book. The spotlights page shows the options.
Chair covers and sashes
Fitted spandex chair covers come in white or black, in sizes for banquet and folding chairs. Add sashes in a wide range of colors to pick up the theme. See the linens page for the sash colors.
A monogram with the baby’s name or initials
A monogram light projects a name, initials or a pattern onto a wall, floor or backdrop. Choose a design from the catalog or ask for a custom one, and Rent My Wedding emails a preview before shipping. The monogram lighting page explains the process.
A DIY photo booth
The self-serve photo booth needs no attendant: a touchscreen prompts guests to take their photos. It comes with a camera and stand, unlimited digital photos, sharing by email, text or social media, and an online gallery that can be private or shared. An 8 by 12 foot backdrop and an inflatable booth with lights are available as add-ons.
Ideas by theme
| Theme | Rental idea |
|---|---|
| Classic and neutral | White drapes with a gold sequin swag and warm uplighting |
| Pink | White drapes with a rose gold sequin swag and pink uplighting |
| Blue | White drapes with a royal blue or navy swag and blue uplighting |
| Garden | Boxwood backdrop behind the dessert table with a pin spot on the cake |
| Starry night | A starry night projector, which covers about 35 by 35 feet |
These are ideas, not fixed sets. Check the current fabric options when you order.
Delivery, setup and returns
There is no minimum order, so you can rent one backdrop or several items. Rentals arrive at least two days before the party, and every order includes setup instructions. There is no professional setup service, but 24/7 phone support is available during the rental.
After the shower, repack everything in the same box, attach the prepaid return label and take it to a physical FedEx location within two days. Never leave it in a FedEx drop box. Ask a friend to handle the drop-off so the parents-to-be don’t have to.
With a theme, a measured wall and a short list, baby shower decor rentals come together in one order and go back the same way they came.
Planning a shower?
Share the theme colors and the room, and the team can help you pick a backdrop and lighting.
FAQ
Can I rent just one item for a baby shower?
Yes. There is no minimum rental order, so you can rent a single backdrop, a few uplights or a full set.
Can the backdrop be used outdoors?
No. The tripod backdrops are designed for indoor use only, because they are not stable outdoors in the wind.
Does Rent My Wedding set up the décor?
No. There is no professional setup service, but every rental includes clear setup instructions, and 24/7 phone support is available.
People Also Ask
What are some baby shower decoration ideas without balloons?
Try a fabric or sequin backdrop behind the gift table, uplighting in the theme color, a pin spot on the cake and a monogram with the baby’s name or initials. A boxwood wall adds greenery without any balloons.
What are good baby shower backdrop ideas?
A white drape with a swag in the theme color, a rose gold or silver sequin backdrop, or a boxwood wall all work well. Place it behind the gift or dessert table so it frames the photos too.
