We’re all excited to see a woman we love take the next step in her relationship. However, a bridal shower can be overwhelming and difficult. This is the time you need to slow down and begin focusing on the joy of the occasion, rather than the task of the occasion. The first step is always the invitation for the guests. You’ll need to plan and get ready to throw the best bridal shower your bride will ever have. Plan it for the weekend about eight weeks, give or take a couple weeks, before the wedding.
When creating the invitations, consider whether you’re throwing a traditional female-only bridal shower or a contemporary unisex shower. The RSVP information, wedding gifts registration location, party location, time and date are all vital information to place on the invitation.
If you’re not going with any particular theme for the shower, then you’ll want to consider the color scheme. It’s important to keep in mind that you want the party equipped for the bride, not for tradition.
Balloons and streamers are an excellent choice. Choose decorations that are theme or scheme orientated. Don’t forget photographs of the bride and her future husband. A buffet will be your best choice for food options. Choose finger foods that can be easily consumed without weighing down your guests’ stomachs.
Dress up the table with miniature service people dressed appropriately to the scheme or theme. When choosing your shower games, keep your bride in mind. Don’t embarrass her at her own party. Make sure you make it a party that she will never forget!