The attendants accompanying a traditional quinceañera are called the corte de honor, or court of honor.
The court commonly consists of young relatives, friends, or both. Depending on the family’s preferences, it may include damas, who are young women, and chambelanes, who are young men. They can participate in formal entrances, choreographed dances, photographs, and other parts of the celebration.
The size and composition of the corte de honor are not fixed. Some families choose a large court, while others select only a few attendants or omit the court entirely. Modern celebrations often adapt the arrangement to include friends without regard to traditional gender roles.
The term is sometimes translated simply as “court.” It does not mean a legal court or imply royal status; it describes the ceremonial group supporting the quinceañera.