If you’ve been given the honor of planning a bridal shower, it can be easy to get overwhelmed. Make everything as simple as possible by following the guidelines given below.
Budget
The menu, theme, favors, decorations, and anything else party-related is all dependent upon the budget. Figure out what you have to work with before doing anything else.
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Set the date
A bridal shower typically occurs about two months before the wedding. Although it’s most important to choose a day that works best for the bride-to-be, try to schedule the party at a time that is convenient for most of the invited guests.
Create a guest list
Some things to consider when choosing who to invite are:
- How many people can be included?
- Who does the bride want to attend?
Decide where to hold the party
If you have enough space, host the party at your place. But if you can’t, look into a local restaurant. Wherever you go, make sure it’s not too difficult for guests to find and that it has plenty of parking.
Invite the guests
Give guests plenty of advanced notice. It’s a good idea to send out invitations about six to eight weeks before the shower.
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Choose the menu
Don’t start working on the menu until you have a good idea of how many guests will be attending. There are four key things to keep in mind:
- What foods does the bride like?
- What foods are easy to serve?
- What foods match the party theme?
- What foods fit within the budget?
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Find the decorations
This is when Pinterest becomes your best friend. Pin your favorite ideas to a bridal shower board. Whatever decorations you choose, make sure they fit your bride’s taste and the party theme.
Pick the games
There’s no better way to break the ice than to play a fun game. Some ideas include:
- Mad Libs
- Bingo
- Scratch-off card - You can find this at Announce It!
Get the favors
Show your guests some appreciation for attending by sending favors home with them. There are many different options that could work, but edible favors (especially the personalized products from Announce It!) are always a hit.
Customize candy bars wrappers, or put personalized stickers on Hershey's kisses. These special touches will really stand out to your guests.
