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Bridal Showers

There is no event (before the wedding, that is) as exciting for the Bride-to-be as her own bridal shower or bachelorette party. Finally, she can take a break from searching for a flower bouquet, the cake design and enjoy the company of her best girl friends with a great bridal shower.

There's no bridal shower idea too extravagant. After all, it's at the bridal shower where the bridesmaids make sure to pamper the Bride-to-be with gifts and games. Best of all, bridal showers are an elegant event in which no groom or groomsman is invited. Our experts are here to help with great bridal shower ideas to help you celebrate your favorite bride.

Bachelorette or Bridal Shower Spa Party: SPArty

Bachelorette Party: Weekend Getaway With The Girls

Bridal Shower: Around the Clock Theme

Bridal Shower: The Ultimate At Home Shower

Bridal Shower En France

Chicago Style Bachelorette Party

Classy French Macaron Party Favors

Couples' Wedding Shower: Stock the Bar

Create the Perfect Invitations: Part 1

Destination Bridesmaids Luncheon

Five Fun Bridal Shower Games

Fun and Unique Bridal Shower Favors: Part 1

Fun and Unique Bridal Shower Favors: Part 2

Ladies Only Pink Poker Party

Spring Awakenings with an Easy Brunch in Stations

Top 5 Bachelorette Party Cocktails

Triple Berry Trifle Dessert

Vintage Hawaiian Bridal Shower

Unique Locations for a Celebration

VIDEOS

Decorating with Flowers

Ladies' Pink Poker Party

Fun and Unique Bridal Shower Favors
By Yelena Jenkins
If you’ve ever tried to come up with original favors for a bridal shower, you know that it can be a tricky job. The key to finding the ultimate favor is to have a great idea that is also an item the guest will actually appreciate and use. more
Destination Bridesmaid Luncheon
By Yelena Jenkins
A destination wedding is a unique way to enjoy the happiest day of a bride and groom's life. However, a wedding in an unfamiliar place can make your Bridesmaid Luncheon tricky to plan. more
Bridal Shower: The Ultimate At Home Shower
By Yelena Jenkins
As more and more brides demand over-the-top bridal showers, the once-classic at-home shower has been labeled "blah." But celebrating your wedding at home is far from boring -- you just have to know how to do it right! That's where we come in, with the perfect plan for an amazing, low-key bridal shower. more
Vintage Hawaiian Bridal Shower
By Jeanne Benedict
Everyone loves a luau! This Vintage Hawaiian Bridal Shower celebrates the bride who has a cool, retro style and a fabulous group of friends. more
Couples Wedding Shower: Stock the Bar
By Yelena Jenkins
Bridal showers no longer mean No Boys Allowed. Today's couples enjoy "Jack and Jill" showers to celebrate their coming nuptials -- that way, both bride and groom can enjoy time with their family and friends. more

Bridal Showers Party Idea Picks

Community Bridal Showers Photos

Fun craft activity kit! Any group can make a fused glass platter for the bride
By bridalglass

To the Bride!
By zelda416

Opening Gifts
By zelda416

Articles

Couple-Friendly Wedding Shower Ideas and Games
By Kaysie Norman
If you want to throw an unforgettable bridal shower filled with fun and surprises, you have to be willing to consider these quirky alternatives. more
Five Fun Bridal Shower Games
By Yelena Jenkins
Bridal showers can always seem to have the same games. Liven up your bridal shower with five fun and new games. We have a selection of ice breakers and games for the bride for a perfect party mix, minus the cheese. more
Fun and Unique Bridal Shower Favors: Part 2
By Yelena Jenkins
If you’re looking for more unique ideas for bridal shower favors, you’ve come to the right place to match your creativity and your needs. From pretty umbrellas to perfect lingerie shower favors, we have a wide variety of fun and interesting favor ideas for you to choose from. more
The Triple Berry Trifle Dessert
By Amy Berman
Whether you’re having a BBQ, picnic, or dinner party, amid all of the hustle and bustle of party excitement, you need a refreshing and portable dessert to end a perfect gathering. more
Classy French Macaron Party Favors
By Amy Berman
The French Macaron is a chic alternative for the “grown up” party favor. A macaron is a delicate almond sandwich cookie filled with creamy butter creams, preserves or rich chocolate ganache—perfect complement to any dinner, bridal shower, wedding, or birthday. more
Top 5 Bachelorette Party Cocktails
By Yelena Jenkins
Celebrate your bachelorette party in style with creative cocktails. Our drinks are perfect whether you’re starting the night off with drinks at home or decide to host an evening in with the girls. Not only are they delicious, they have great names as well! more
Create the Perfect Invitations: Part 1
By Yelena Jenkins
When planning your next event, invitations might be the last thing on your mind. And between design and etiquette, making the right choice can be a chore. That's why we've made it easy: more
Bachelorette Party: Weekend Getaway with the Girls
By Yelena Jenkins
Gone are the days of the one night only bachelorette party. Dinner, drinks and "adult entertainment" have given way to extravagant weekend-long getaways. more
Bridal Shower: Around the Clock Theme
By Yelena Jenkins
There are endless ideas when it comes to hosting a memorable bridal shower. These days it seems that traditional showers like tea parties and luncheons are giving way to more creative themed parties instead. One popular idea is the "Around the Clock" bridal shower. more
Ladies Only Pink Poker Party
By Jeanne Benedict
Ante up in style with your girlfriends by hosting a Ladies Only Pink Poker Party. Every girl looks great with a little "blush" and this party is bathed in pink from the poker chips on the table to the Pink Lemonade and Vodka Martinis. more
Spring Awakenings with an Easy Brunch in Stations
By Andrea Correale
Spring brings many reasons to celebratel bridal showers, Mother’s Day, Graduation, Bat/Bar Mitzvahs, Father’s Day, Cinco de Mayo among them. Make the most of the season by bringing together family and friends for a delicious and easy Spring Brunch made up of individual bars and stations so everyone gets what they want. more
Chicago Style Bachelorette Party
By Mindy Kobrin
Everyone loves Chicago, the city, the show the sightseeing! This Chicago Style Bachelorette Party celebrates girl-bonding at its best. more
Bachelorette or Bridal Shower Spa Party: SPArty
By Mindy Kobrin
Ladies, it’s time to celebrate and throw a party that relaxes, repairs and rejuvenates before the big day. more
Bridal Shower en France
By Jeanne Benedict
Celebrate the sophisticated bride-to-be with a feminine, French-themed shower based on a honeymoon in France. more
Unique Locations For A Celebration
By Jeanne Benedict
My wedding reception took place around a carousel enclosed by a glass structure on Santa Monica pier. more

Blog

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By Mindy Kobrin
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The Perfect Hostess
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