The bridal shower is an old tradition that became an opportunity for the bride to be given household items with which to start her new life. The modern bridal shower is as much about having some fun and celebrating with her family and friends as a chance for her to get some lovely gifts.
Bridal showers have become really predictable; people arrive, they play party games, they eat, they see the bride open gifts, and then they leave. All bridal showers tend to be the same as each other. The benefits of bridal shower invitations are widely known.
How would it be if you planned a different type of bridal shower? Think of creative ideas to brighten up a plain bridal shower? Here are some different ideas to help you with the planning of a bridal shower with a difference, one that is certain to be talked about for weeks after.
Try to think of a venue with a difference. Perhaps you could have a picnic in a park? Spread brightly colored picnic rugs in the shade or ask if you can make use of the bandstand, if there is one in the park. Plan to have market umbrellas on hand to give shelter if it should rain.
How about a progressive shower? You meet at one house for games, move to another for wine and nibbles while the bride opens the gifts and then on to a third home for the main feast. The games could involve the trips that the guests will make to get to each house.
A coffee shop or a small restaurant are ideal venues for small bridal showers. Look for distinctive venues that are unique and different. Take a look at Bridal Shower Food for more details.
Turn your house into a special themed venue, perhaps an Arabian harem, a tropical island or an old dance-hall. Be lavish with the decorations and have the guests come in costume and character. Try to come up with variations that are more fun than the traditional themes.
Think about changing the time and day you hold the shower to be a bit different. Consider holding the bridal shower as a breakfast or during the week in the evening, for a different occasion. Try for something different – change the time of day so guests still can enjoy their weekends.
Plan your theme around your creative venue to make a complete story out of the occasion. A bridal shower doesn’t have to have a bridal theme. You will find the bridal shower games section very interesting! Choose a theme that the bride would really enjoy, even if the venue is not different. Maybe she enjoys a particular sport or hobby, like yoga, golf or skiing. Any of these activities could form a themed bridal shower and guests could be encouraged to dress to the theme as well.
Your invitations will possibly be inspired by your choice of theme and venue. You might try and create a 3D invitation by using something from the theme, like a palm leaf if your theme is a tropical island. Hand delivered invitations are a lovely touch, whether you use a courier or have someone dress up in the theme of the shower.
Your theme will also be the source of ideas for your food and refreshments. Be creative in your choice and display of the food. You are sure to have friends who love to cook, who will help you with the food.