Aimee Song, the popular fashion influencer, recently celebrated a significant milestone in her life – her son Milo’s first birthday. In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE, Song shared details of the ‘really special’ celebration, which featured a traditional Korean Doljanchi ceremony.
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The Doljanchi is a Korean tradition that celebrates a baby’s first birthday, and it holds a special place in Song’s heart. She expressed her desire to honour this meaningful tradition for her son and worked closely with Minted to ensure that every detail of the celebration was perfect.
Despite the time constraints, with only two weeks to plan the event, Song managed to create a memorable experience for her guests. The party included elements like a soft play area for babies and a bounce house for toddlers, ensuring that everyone had a great time.
One of the highlights of the Doljanchi is the Doljabi ceremony, where the baby is presented with symbolic items that represent different future paths. Song described the moment her son Milo chose a symbolic item, revealing his future path, as a particularly special and heartwarming experience.
Food played a significant role in the celebration, with Song insisting on having Korean cuisine as a must-have at the party. She also emphasized the importance of creating play areas to keep the children entertained while allowing the parents to relax and enjoy the festivities.
Minted played a crucial role in helping Song bring her vision to life by assisting with the invitations and stationery for the event. The cohesive designs, from invites to thank you cards, menu signage, welcome signs, and favor tags, added a touch of elegance and intentionality to the celebration.
Looking back on the party, Song reflected on the joy of witnessing her son participate in the Doljabi and seeing him enjoy the various activities arranged for the children. As she looks ahead to the future, she expressed excitement about watching her son’s personality develop and witnessing the bond between Milo and his older brother, Teo, strengthen.
The celebration of Milo’s first birthday was not just a milestone for the Song family but also a reminder of the importance of family traditions and creating lasting memories. Aimee Song’s story serves as an inspiration for parents looking to celebrate special moments in a meaningful and heartfelt way.