A photo with disco ball helmets and crazy wigs turns any pinboard into an eye-catching highlight. You wonder where the picture was taken and immediately see how much fun the people involved had. The striking props stand out in particular.
What are popular photo booth props? Popular photo booth props include signs, decorative items, and costumes such as wigs or glasses. This is just a sample selection, and there are no limits to creativity.
Photo booth accessories make the “photobooth experience” something truly special. They ensure that your guests get involved and let their creativity run wild. Whether silly or playful—props give the pictures that certain something and turn the photo booth into an interactive entertainment gadget that makes your guests laugh.
To achieve the best effect, you should choose the photo booth props for your event carefully. In this article, we present some of the most popular accessories and give you tips on how to choose the right props for your event.
How do you choose the right props for your event?
Depending on the type of event, different photo booth props may be suitable. While accessories related to the theme of love are fitting for a wedding, branding might be more important at company parties, for example with signs that have a brand-appropriate print.
To choose the right photo booth accessories for your event, you should consider the following points:
- Who are your guests and what do they like? A younger audience often finds completely different things funny than the older generation. Especially at private parties, you probably know your guests and their sense of humor quite well and can choose the props accordingly.
- What do you want to achieve with the photo booth props? Do you want your guests to be rolling with laughter, or should the resulting pictures convey a specific message?
- What is the theme of your event? If the accessories match the theme of the event, it creates a cohesive overall impression and contributes to the atmosphere. For a vintage wedding, for example, you could choose a mustache, bow tie, and feather boa; for a summer birthday, sunglasses and inflatable pool toys.
With the right accessories for your photo booth, you can underline the theme of the event and create a harmonious atmosphere. Therefore, choose the props carefully and consider your guests’ preferences.
Which classic photo booth props should you definitely have?
Some classic props are found in the repertoire of most photo booths. These are some popular photo booth accessories that suit any event:
- Hats: top hats, fedoras, sequin hats, straw hats, or colorful floppy hats, either real or made of cardboard
- Mustaches and mouths: in various shapes, usually printed on cardboard, cut out, and attached to a wooden stick
- Glasses: funny glasses or sunglasses in all sorts of shapes and colors—real or printed on cardboard
- Signs: cardboard signs with funny messages matching the event’s theme
These props can be used universally and are a great addition to event photo booths of any kind. You not only give your guests something to do, but also loosen up the event. Most people really enjoy dressing up and taking on different roles—with photo booth props, you provide fun accessories that make this possible. This way, you increase the fun factor of your photo booth and give your guests the opportunity to express their creativity.
What are the most unusual props that make your photos unique?
In addition to the classic accessories, you can also rent props for the photo booth that create a certain “wow effect.” Here are some examples of original photobooth accessories:
- Inflatable pool accessories in giant format, such as an oversized colorful popsicle or a flamingo for a birthday in the summer months
- Quirky costumes, such as a Santa Claus or Grinch outfit, for an anniversary celebration during the Christmas season
- Disco ball helmets for a wedding of two party lovers
When your guests see these unusual props, they are sure to be amazed. This not only provides conversation starters and a relaxed atmosphere, but also unique pictures.
The better the crazy props fit the theme, the more fun they create. Especially great are accessories that have a personal meaning, for example for the bridal couple at a wedding or the guest of honor at an anniversary celebration. This could relate to hobbies or inside jokes that have something to do with you or the guests.
Which DIY photo booth props can you make yourself?
The more individual the props should be, the harder it can be to find the right ones as ready-made accessories. But don’t worry: with a bit of skill and creativity, you can design creative accessories for the photo booth at your event yourself. Here you’ll find three instructions with which you can… Props you can easily make yourself:
- Glasses or mustaches made of cardboard
Find pictures of funny accessories on the internet and print them on thin cardboard. Cut out the objects. Then attach the cardboard objects to wooden sticks, for example with hot glue or tape.
- Scarves or headbands made of fabric
Buy some fabric in bright colors. Cut strips about 3 cm wide and 50 cm long to use as headbands. For a scarf, cut the fabric into a triangle—the long side should be about 40 cm.
- Flower headbands
Buy simple headbands, flower garlands, or plastic flowers. Attach the flowers to the headband using hot glue, pipe cleaners, or wire.
Homemade props increase the individuality of your photo booth and give your event a personal touch. Your guests will be thrilled with the accessories and will love using them in their snapshots.
You can find even more ideas and instructions for DIY props and backgrounds on our blog. Not very artistically gifted? At Fotichaschte.ch you can add custom signs to your photo booth, which we print with your desired messages. A box of props matching the theme is already included with all our Fotichäschte.
Which props make your guests laugh the most?
In addition to funny photobooth fails, props can also make your guests laugh until their sides hurt. Here’s a small selection of funny accessories for the photo booth:
- Absurd wigs in wild colors or with crazy haircuts, e.g., mullets
- Oversized glasses that you have to hold so they don’t fall off your nose
- Funny hats, preferably oversized and in bright colors—captain’s hats or helmets also get laughs
- Signs with funny messages, one of our favorites for weddings: “I’m only here for the open bar”
- Crazy masks, such as the colorful Mexican “Lucha Libre” masks
Think about which funny photo booth props will match your guests’ sense of humor. This ensures that everyone forgets their seriousness and creates relaxed situations with a high fun factor.
When your guests laugh together, it creates unforgettable moments with the photo booth — and ensures that, when looking at the pictures in the future, people will fondly remember your event.
How do you best present the props for maximum impact?
How you present the props affects how willingly your guests use them. A clear arrangement ensures that they can see all the options at a glance and don’t have to dig through a big box. Here are some ideas for a visually appealing presentation:
- In clearly organized themed boxes your guests can immediately find the accessory they’re looking for. For example, you could put all the glasses, signs, and other items in separate boxes.
- A decorative stand is probably the most elegant choice. You can simply hang hats and costumes here; for glasses and signs, you could stretch a string and hang them with clothespins.
- On a table or wooden cubes you can nicely spread out the photo booth props. This is a particularly good option for signs, glasses, and headbands, as it keeps things clear and organized.
Above all, make sure your guests can easily see and reach the accessories. Boxes and bins shouldn’t be on the floor, but raised up to make them more accessible.
Ideally, the props are also placed so that people waiting can already look at them before it’s their turn at the photo booth. This way, accessories can be chosen in advance and there won’t be a bottleneck when the line moves forward.
What’s the conclusion about the coolest photo booth props?
Funny and carefully selected photo booth props add great value to your entire event. They create a harmonious overall impression, lighten the atmosphere, and ensure that your guests won’t soon forget the event photo booth.
The better the props match the theme of the event… The better the props match the theme of the event, the more effective they are. Also, make sure to match your guests’ sense of humor—this creates lively situations that spark creativity and bring lots of laughs. This way, your guests will experience unique moments at the photo booth.
Unusual and eye-catching, playfully romantic, or totally classic: What are your favorite photo booth props? Tell us in the comments!
Also, visit our blog: There you’ll find everything about Fotichäschte, such as our ultimate photo booth guide to help you choose the perfect photobooth for your event.
