Damas is the Spanish term commonly used for the female members of a quinceañera’s court of honor.
The word damas means “ladies,” and these attendants traditionally accompany the celebrant during the entrance, formal dance, photographs, and other ceremonial moments. Their clothing may coordinate with one another and with the quinceañera’s chosen colors.
The court is often presented as a group of couples, with damas paired with male attendants. The size is not fixed: older descriptions often mention fourteen couples, but contemporary families frequently choose a smaller court or one made up of close friends and relatives.
Damas should not be confused with madrinas. Madrinas are commonly godmothers or adult sponsors who help support particular parts of the celebration, whereas damas are usually young attendants in the court.