Kayci's Quinceañera

A Quinceañera, often shortened to Quince, is a celebration of a girl's fifteenth birthday and her transition from childhood to adulthood. Originating in Mexico, Quinceañeras are celebrated and practiced all over the world. The mixture of traditional cultures and societal changes has resulted in many different traditions and symbols when celebrating Quinceañeras. Below are traditions and symbols Kayci has decided to incorporate into her big day.

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The Court

Typically, the Quinceañera would select a court. The girls of the Quinceañera court are called “Damas,” while the boys are called “Chambelanes.” Kayci has chosen not to include an official court in her celebration. Instead, she invites her guests to be her Damas and Chambelanes. Kayci asks everyone in attendance to please wear dressy attire in pink, purple, or blue to help her celebrate.

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The Gown

The traditional gown symbolizes an "adult" dress and is meant to be a lavish outfit. Kayci's gown is sponsored by Karen & Teddy Robinson and Lucie & Paul Tafalla.

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Shoes

Kayci will wear two pairs of shoes during her Quince - flats and heels. The flats, sponsored by JJ & Shannon Ortez, symbolize childhood, while the high-heeled shoes, sponsored by Steven & Jeanette Nanez, represent a step toward adulthood.

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Headpiece & Tiara

During Mass, Kayci will wear a simpler headpiece, sponsored by Rachel Tafalla, in the back of her hair. This headpiece symbolizes her youth and beauty in the eyes of God. After mass, Kayci's godfather, David Tafalla, will add a tiara on her head for the Dance and Reception. The tiara, sponsored by David & Kristina Tafalla, represents how God (a King) sees Kayci, his daughter, as a princess.

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Jewelry

During her Quince, Kayci will wear several pieces of jewelry sponsored by Lucie & Rachel Tafalla. The earrings remind Kayci to keep her ears open to God, the medallion reminds Kayci to have faith in God and herself, and the ring and bracelet represent God's never-ending love.