Create a memorable party to celebrate the bride's upcoming nuptials.
For a cool bridal shower, consider the bride's personality and hobbies when designing the event's theme. If the adventurous bride prefers spicy food and a great cocktail-themed event over a traditional shower, create a memorable party to celebrate her upcoming nuptials using her food and entertainment preferences as inspiration. Does this Spark an idea?
Spicy-Themed Shower
For the bride who loves spicy foods and prefers unique parties and special events, plan a "Some Like it Hot" shower. According to Bliss Wedding, "The invitations should request gifts that will spice up the marriage." Decorate the table with plates and napkins covered with chili peppers. Ask the guests to bring their favorite spicy or hot recipes for the bride. Include a recipe card in the invitation for guests to fill out before arriving to the shower. Shower gift ideas may include bottles of hot sauce, lingerie for the bride, massage oil or Mexican cookbooks.
Dance and Entertainment-Themed Shower
Host a dance party for the bride who wants to learn a few dances for the reception. Hire a dance instructor to teach the bride's guests belly dance, salsa or hip-hop dance. Plan a light luncheon before the dance classes at a neighborhood restaurant close to the dance studio. Ask guests to bring the bride entertainment-themed gifts. For example, purchase gift certificates to concerts or musicals, iPod gift cards, or a collection of CDs or DVDs to help create the bride and groom's new entertainment library.
Bartending and Cocktail Shower
For the adventurous bride who enjoys a daiquiri, mojito or cosmopolitan, throw a party featuring cocktails and a bartending class. The Knot recommends, "Hire a local bartender--whether from your favorite bar or from a bartending school--to come and show you guys make some fun cocktails." Ask the guests to help the bride stock her bar with cocktail accessories, drink mixes and bottles of liquor for the event.
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