The classic 14-and-14 quinceañera court has 28 attendants.
In this traditional format, the court includes 14 damas and 14 chambelanes. Together, they accompany the honoree in the entrance and formal dances. The arrangement can also be read symbolically: the 14 pairs, plus the quinceañera, create a ceremonial group centered on the fifteenth birthday.
The number is a traditional format, not a rule for every celebration. Families may choose a smaller court, a larger group, a mixed arrangement, or no court. Regional practice and personal preference often matter more than a fixed template.
The court should also be distinguished from the honoree. The 28 attendants do not include the quinceañera herself. Similarly, the terms damas and chambelanes identify roles within the court, while quinceañera identifies the person celebrating the birthday.