The bride's parents usually have first dibs on throwing an engagement party, but that doesn't mean you can't host another on your own with some of your best friends. Here are some ideas:
1. Take it to the park and have a picnic.
2. Ten pin anyone? Have a bowling bash!
3. Have a love fest! Invite your closest friends for
cocktails, swank music, and romantic movies.
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Bridal Showers
Showering the bride with friendship and love is the purpose
of a bridal shower. Usually the Maid/Matron of Honor hosts the
party, with help from other attendants and the bride's family.
The guest list should include the bridesmaids, close friends and
relatives, and the closest female friends and family of the groom.
If you are throwing a couple's shower, then the women AND men
who fall into these categories should be included!
Consider having a themed party for the bride-to-be. Themes can
include kitchen, linen, or even lingerie!
Great Bridal Shower Games & Resources
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Rehearsal Dinner Ideas
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1. Consider a theme important to the bride and groom.
2. Plan an informal rehearsal dinner such as a barbecue or picnic, complete with games such as a three legged race or tug of war. This is a good way to break the ice and encourage people to make new friends, as well as creating a few funny memories of your wedding celebration!
3. If you are planning a formal dinner, mix up the assigned seating to include friends and family from both sides to reaffirm the joining of the two families. |
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Bachelorette Parties
The quick & dirty on bachelorette party etiquette:
Host/s : Virtually anyone can host a bachelorette party
for the bride. The wedding party, co-workers, family, or other
friends are all common hosts!
Attendees : The invitation list should include the bride's
best girlfriends. Unlike the shower, ladies may be invited to
the bachelorette party who aren't necessarily invited to the wedding.
A smaller number of guests is usually more fun and intimate for
the bride. 5 to 20 gals can make for a great gathering!
Date : Whatever you do, don't plan the bachelorette party
for the night before the wedding. Hangovers have a funny way of
dampering a wedding day. Try to schedule the bash at least 3-days
prior. You may even want to have it a couple of weeks before the
wedding to help reduce "event overload" on the bride-to-be!
Planning : The party can be planned by one or many! It's
entirely appropriate to ask the attendees for a certain amount
of money up front (to reserve a room at a restaurant, club, or
to purchase the party wares). Don't go overboard and be sure to
make this a free night for the bride. She shouldn't have to pay
for anything!
Invites : You can purchase invitations at your corner store,
online, or make your own. The formality of the RSVP will depend
on the type of party you are planning. You can ask the bride,
wedding party, and the bride's parents for a list of people who
should be invited.
The Party : The type of party will depend greatly on the
bride's tastes and the group you are inviting. If the bride is
easily offended, then a wild night at a male strip club is probably
not appropriate. If you will have attendees who are under 21,
then you will have to find a place where they are allowed in with
everyone else. The typical bachelorette party involves a bunch
of giggling girls and innocent fun. A little light-hearted embarrassment
and public attention for the bride is typically warranted!
Gifts & Favors : Gifts are not required at a bachelorette
party, but that's not to say you can't ask the ladies to bring
something a little saucy for the bride! A nighty, some toys, a
how-to book, are all fun little gifts to add a little fun to the
night. As the host, you can get sexy favors and party gifts for
the girls to add a little spice to the night too!
Fun Things Guaranteed to Make them Blush
& Giggle
Bachelorette
Party Pecker Bridal Veil: For the bride to wear!
6-foot
Inflatable Penis Balloon: Unforgettable decor!
Penis
Ring Toss Game: A little fun for the girls!
Pecker
Party Favours: Fun blow toys!
Wedding Golf Outings
For the golf enthusiasts, wedding golf outings can be tons of fun! In some cases, these are called "Groom's Golf Outings", but with the popularity of golf, many brides are learning to play too! So, why not have a golf outing for the entire wedding party and family? This can even be followed by a barbecue or a cocktail party.
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