Where your wildest party dreams come to life.
Our story
We’re Sofia and Isabella Riccardo, the sisters behind Sofia Rose Party By Design. What started as a fun project during the pandemic has turned into a thriving business that’s grown far beyond anything we ever imagined. Back in 2020, while we were still in high school, we discovered our love for event planning and balloon art after throwing a party for our mom, who’s an experienced event planner herself. We had so much fun creating custom balloon designs for her celebration that we decided to turn our idea into a business.
At first, we focused on creating unique balloon arches for our family and friends, but word quickly spread, and before long, Sofia Rose Party By Design was helping people all over celebrate life’s special moments. Now that we’re both in college at West Chester University, we’ve expanded our services to include professional balloon arches, full-service event planning, themed party setups, and more. From birthday parties and bridal showers to business events and graduations, no event is too big or too small for us.
We’ve also introduced exciting new services, including themed sleepover tents and spa makeover parties. These parties include everything from hair and nails to dress-up, facemasks, dance parties, and personalized goodie bags, all designed to create magical and unforgettable experiences right in our clients’ homes.
We’re a team in every sense of the word. Sofia loves working directly with our clients, helping them feel seen and understood, while Isabella manages our social media presence to showcase our designs and reach new customers. Together, we collaborate on every event, meeting with clients to discuss their vision, color schemes, and themes. Every design we create is done on-site, which gives us the flexibility to help with everything from setup to cleanup and make sure everything is perfect.
Balancing school and our business keeps us busy, but we wouldn’t have it any other way. Sofia Rose Party By Design is more than just a business for us - it’s a way to bring joy to others, celebrate creativity, and show that with passion and hard work, anything is possible.
Sofia Riccardo
I’m Sofia, an early education major, at West Chester University, who grew up with a learning disability, which has shaped me into a hardworking and determined individual. I’ve always dreamed of starting my own business with my sister, where we can bring our creative ideas to life. I work as a nanny, which allows me to connect with and care for others, something I genuinely enjoy. Crafting is my favorite hobby—there’s nothing better than creating something unique to make people feel special. I’m passionate about spreading kindness and positivity, and I hope to bring that energy into everything I do.
Isabella Riccardo
I’m Isabela, and I’m currently studying sports medicine, at West Chester University, with hopes of becoming a Physical Therapist one day. Growing up, I played softball and other sports that taught me some of the most important lessons in life - like the value of hard work and perseverance. One of my favorite things about running our business with my sister is seeing how happy we make our customers and knowing we’ve made them feel so special. Outside of school and the business, I love working out, playing softball, and nannying. Being able to balance everything I love keeps me motivated and excited for the future!
“They showed up with a team of 5 and were not only professional but so sweet and patient with all of the kids.”
- West Chester PA Moms, FB page