38 Sweet 16 Party Favours That Are Cute Enough To Delight!
Luci McQuitty HindmarshLooking for ideas for cute Sweet 16 party favour ideas that are guaranteed to delight party guests? I've done all the hard work for you, to come up with a list of ideas to show your appreciation to guests for making the party special.
Whilst you may have sidestepped favours for the last few years, a Sweet 16 party is a total milestone and a little something for guests to take away rounds things off nicely.
So here is my list of 38 party favour ideas across different price points, there's stuff you can buy and stuff you could even make yourself. And of course, the most important thing... each of these ideas is stuff teenagers will actually want.
Grab:Free Printable Sweet 16 Party Planning Checklist
Party Favours To Make That 16th Party Super Sweet
Whether you're a DIY dynamo or prefer the click-and-ship approach, there's something here to send guests home happy.
I've showcased my top 12 favourite favors and then put the rest in a list below.
Budget-Friendly Gems
1. Personalised Lip Balms
Custom-printed tubes aren't just practical—they're the perfect subtle reminder of the celebration every time they reach for it.
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2. Fortune Cookies with Attitude
Ditch generic predictions for inside jokes, song lyrics from the party playlist, or personalised messages. These conversation starters double as dessert and memory keepers.
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3. S'mores-to-Go Kits
Mini graham crackers, marshmallows, and chocolate squares in individual kits make for the perfect midnight snack. Add a cute "Sweet dreams after a sweet celebration" tag and you're sorted.
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4. Mini Succulent Squad
Tiny cacti or succulents in colourful pots aren't just trendy—they're the perfect metaphor for growing up. Add tags saying "Watch Me Grow… Just Like Our Squad!" for extra points.
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Mid-Range Marvels
5. Personalised Keychain Kits
These cute little keychain kits can be ordered with the correct letter's for each guest's name - or any other word you'd like!
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6. Custom Spotify Coded Keyrings
These keyrings are custom coded with the Spotify playlist of your choice - how about a selection from your Sweet 16 party playlist? Such an original gift idea.
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7. Fancy Hot Chocolate Bombs
Gold-dusted spheres with mini marshmallows inside create a dramatic effect when dropped into hot milk. Add a branded stirrer with the party date for an extra touch.
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Splurge-Worthy Ideas
8. Mini Perfume Mist
Luxury minis such as the universally appealing Sol de Janeiro's Cheirosa 68 Beija Flor always goes down well as a luxe favor.
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9. Mini Camera Keychain
When paired with an instant-print photo booth at the party, these become personalised keepsakes with a photo from the actual celebration. Instant memories that won't get lost in the digital abyss.
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10. Mini Jewellery Travel Case
These pretty coloured mini jewellery travel cases are cute to look at and practical too, plus they ca ben personalised, they're the perfect favor!
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11. Personalised AirPod Cases
Printed names or cheeky slogans on cute cases protect expensive tech while adding personality. These practical protectors actually get used daily.
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12. Mini Karaoke Mics
Bluetooth-enabled microphones that connect to phones extend the party vibes long after the celebration ends. These cute mics come in array of different colour choices. Perfect for the TikTok generation.
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Even More Ideas...
So those were my current favourite ideas for Sweet 16 party favours, but I thought I'd also do a quick braindump of other ideas that I've seen around.
- DIY Bracelets
- Glowing Favors
- Sweet Treats
- Makeup Bags
- Beach Bags
- Lip Gloss
- Water Bottles
- Friendship Rings
- Stress Balls
- Scrunchies
- Candles
- Face Masks
- Trinket Dishes
- Spa Gift Bags
- Body Scrub
- DIY Coin Purse
- Bath Salts
- Bath Bombs
- Journals
- Luggage Tags
- Fidget Spinners
- Mini Photo Albums
- Personalized Stickers
- Wireless Earbuds
- Portable Phone Chargers
- Sheet Masks
Grab Your Free Sweet 16 Party Planning Checklist
Pop your name and email below, and the printable checklist will land in your inbox quicker than a slice of birthday cake disappears.
What's Included?
The checklist is designed to help you work backwards from the party date with everything you’ll need to stay on track — from picking the venue and sending invites to choosing party favours and final touches on decorations.
It’s broken down into timeframes from three months before until the day of the party.
Our latest Sweet 16 Games Bundle
If you’re planning games for the big day, check out our Sweet 16 Printable Games Bundle – it’s got 16 fun, screen-free party activities your teen and her friends will love (plus a bonus keepsake Time Capsule activity!).
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