Whether you're the bride, maid of honor, mother, or family friend, throwing a bridal shower means planning lots of little details to help create the perfect day. How big or small will the bridal shower be? Is there a theme? What is the venue? After having a bridal shower of my own, attending many of my friends' showers, and admiring inspiration from others, I have a few tips in my book for throwing the best bridal shower. I know taking on a bridal shower can sometimes feel overwhelming -- you just want it to be perfect for the bride and her friends. Just take a deep breath and start with some of these to-do's. Top 5 Tips to Have the Best Bridal Shower Ever: 1. Unique Bridal Shower Themes! There are so many wonderful fun and unique bridal shower themes out there. Try to keep away from being cheesy and cliché. Some of my favorite intimate shower themes are "Garden", "DIY Craft Day," "Spa Day," and "Cooking School." Let's keep things classy and chic. Once you have settled on one, stick to it throughout the entire shower.
2. Keep it intimate! I have always found that the more guests you have, the more stressful it is. The bride-to-be will feel like she has to mingle with everyone invited and it is harder to sit back and relax before the big day. We want everyone to enjoy the day, so no need to invite your new co-worker, keep it to family and close friends. 3. Keep a light schedule! Whether you are planning a game or activity, having lunch, eating mini cupcakes, toasting the bride-to-be, or gift giving, it's a good idea to have a rough idea what will be going on throughout the day. Know the general timeline, but don't over pack it with too many games or activities. If guests are having a great time mingling, don't interrupt it to start a game right on time according to your schedule. Let the event take its course naturally! 4. Consistent Décor! The most memorable bridal showers are those that look put together. It doesn't matter whether it is a small or large detail, look at everything with a careful eye. To make things a bit easier, order a set online. Minted, an online design marketplace, sells complete sets from invitations to bunting banners, all with the same theme! 5. Have a photo booth! For me, this is really important and lightens up the mood of the day. Design a really cute backdrop (you can add some props too!), like a flower wall, and have someone take pictures of all of the guests or provide selfie sticks for guests to use. It is a great way to bond and remember the day for years to come.
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