13 Easy Decorations That Will Instantly Make Your Party Feel More Fabulous—All Under $15

Party decorations can make the difference between a casual gathering and a festive affair, whether it’s for a birthday, baby shower, or dinner with friends. That said, decorating is often an exhausting extra step on top of all the cooking, cleaning, and organizing that comes with party planning. If you want to bypass the stress, we found 13 easy party decorations that can really liven up a space—and they all cost less than $15.

These go-to decorations are compatible with most party themes, so buy them now and whip them out for any upcoming occasions. We love colorful hanging decorations like these gold fans or colorful lanterns, and this playful runner will make any table feel more merry. And it’s always a good idea to stock up on beautiful paper plates and cups as well as fun napkins, like these fruit-shaped finds. 

Easy Party Decorations Under $15 That Work Across Themes 

• Minted 18-Inch Gold Fan, $6; minted.com
• OleOletOy Mini Chalkboard Signs, $10; amazon.com
• Zjhai Colorful Paper Lanterns, $15; amazon.com
• Futureplusx Tropical Garland, $9; amazon.com
• Minted Signature Dinner Plate, Mustard, $5; minted.com
• Room Essentials Striped Table Runner, $10; target.com
• Spritz Stemless Wine Glasses in Gold, $5; target.com
• Coterie Floral Paper Plates, $10; amazon.com
• Minted Fun Fair Placemat, $11; minted.com
• PartyLite Tea Lights, $14; amazon.com
• Blue Panda Citrus Fruit Napkins, $15; amazon.com
• Spritz Beverage Dispenser With Gold Spigot, $10; target.com
• Coterie Paper Cups, starting at $8; amazon.com

Minted 18-Inch Gold Fan

Yellow is having a moment right now, and you can seize that moment with these hanging paper fans. The deep gold hue reminds us of sunflowers, making these perfect for spring and summer soirees. Unlike some party decorations that somehow look much smaller after you hang them up, these are available in five substantial sizes ranging from 13 inches to 27 inches. Suspend them over a buffet or dessert table, or paper them over a blank bit of wall.

OleOletOy Mini Chalkboard Signs

If you want to take your buffet spread to the next level, you can label your dishes with these cute mini chalkboard signs. The collapsible stand is made of real wood and the slate measures 4 inches wide by 3 inches high, allowing plenty of space to scribble a dish name. It doesn’t take much time to set these up, and it pays off visually—your guests will be impressed. It’s also an easy way to let guests know if a dish falls under dietary categories like vegan, vegetarian, or gluten-free. Best of all, you can save these and reuse them next time you throw a party.

Zjhai Colorful Paper Lanterns

If your party space feels a little lackluster, these colorful paper lanterns are a quick and surefire way to bring a room to life. The set includes 16 lanterns in eight vibrant colors and diameters ranging from 4 to 10 inches, so you get a nice festive mix of hues and sizes. The lanterns are a cinch to assemble and pack up, so you can easily store and reuse them—though they’re so pretty, you may want to leave them up even after the party is over.

Futureplusx Tropical Garland 

This lush, vibrant garland goes with lots of party themes—whether it’s an outdoor garden party, a luau-themed birthday, or just a party bursting with color. Unlike plastic flower garlands that sometimes look fake, this garland is made of tissue paper for a more organic feel. Each set comes with two 9.8-foot strands, so you get a lot of coverage once you’ve fluffed them up. “The colors are brilliant,” said one five-star reviewer. “It’s easy to put up, and it’s nice and fluffy… There were no tangles while putting it up or taking it down.”

If you want to shop for more easy party decorations, keep scrolling below.

Minted Signature Dinner Plate, Mustard

Room Essentials Striped Table Runner 

Spritz Stemless Wine Glasses in Gold 

Coterie Floral Paper Plates 

Minted Fun Fair Placemat 

PartyLite Tea Lights 

Blue Panda Citrus Fruit Napkins 

Spritz Beverage Dispenser With Gold Spigot 

Coterie Paper Cups