Bachelorette party: Pink!

Maybe you aren't a fan of the color, but one thing is for sure, nothing screams girly like pink!

So, if your woman of honour (the bride, of course) is into pink, then how about a pink themed bachelorette party?

Now, we all know the typical bachelorette party:

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Umm, yeah.

You should certainly encourage the bride to get crazy, however, you don't need to do it covered in phallic parophenelia.

Centerpiece ideas

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Now, remember, you do not need to spend a lot of money on these. The most inexpensive way to create a couple of beautiful centerpieces is to go to a local floral shop, farmers market stand, or even grocery store and pick up a few great looking blooms and some greenery. Arrange them in a vase and you're finished.

Tips:

Some inexpensive options that come in a lot of colours and are widely available: hydrangeas or carnations

Cut the stems at an angle so that they will absorb water easier

Add floral preservative to the water so that the flowers will last longer

Another easy centerpiece idea?

Floating candles in transparent vase with pink marbles along the bottom (inexpensive dollar store purchase)

Pink drinks and Sweet treats

French Kiss - Photo and recipe by So Faking Drunk
Serves: 1
3/4 oz Chambord
3/4 oz peach schnapps
3/4 oz vodka
splash orange juice
splash pineapple juice
splash cranberry juice

Shake and serve in a martini glass

Watermelon Mojito - Photo and recipe by Martha Stewart

Serves: 1

4 large mint leaves
1/2 lime
1 tablespoon superfine sugar
4 ounces seedless watermelon, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 3/4 cup), plus a small wedge for garnish
2 ounces white rum
1/2 cup ice cubes

Combine mint, lime, and sugar and muddle until sugar is dissolved. Add watermelon, and muddle until broken down.
Stir in rum and ice cubes; garnish with watermelon and serve.

Get the recipe

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Going out later?

Here's where you should definitely add in a little more "traditional" fun to the party

Pink koozies for the guests; how about customized for the bride and bridesmaids?

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A customised sash is a great way to make the bride stand out and feel special

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• Tell me about the best bachelorette party you've attended!

Bridal Shower Alternatives

As more and more couples cohabitate prior to marriage, a traditional bridal shower may slightly redundant. Personally, I politely requested that I was not thrown a bridal shower when quizzed about potential dates and the guest list. I was not ungrateful that my family and friends wanted to throw the celebration in my honour, however, I simply did not need anything. I had been living with my then-fiancé for a couple of years and we had everything that we needed. Aside from that, I also didn't feel comfortable with my family, friends, and bridesmaids spending any more money because of our wedding.

In lieu of a bridal shower, my wedding party, mom, and mother-in-law, threw me a party that I will never forget. It was simple and casual, with some extremely thoughtful, personal touches. When inviting guests, they said it was a low-key celebration and mentioned that it was best-wishes only. I did receive a few gifts, all of which I loved and appreciated.

So, what can you do if you don’t want a bridal shower, or you are a friend or family member of a bride who has asked that she not be thrown one? Here are some alternatives:

Showers with gift-giving options

Lingerie shower
A lingerie shower is great for a bride-to-be who already lives with her future spouse. A girl can certainly have too many hand towels, but she can never have enough lingerie.

How to do it:
Send invitations that specify what the shower is and make sure to include the bride’s bra and panty sizes. Including her favourite shops might be helpful, too, for a guest that would prefer to give a gift card.

Honeymoon shower
A honeymoon shower will likely include gifts of lingerie from some guests, but it can also be expanded to include items that would be helpful for the honeymoon. For example: bathing suits, luggage, and reading materials for the beach.

How to do it:
Send invitations that specify what the shower is and make sure to include the bride’s sizes.

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Stock the Bar
A stock the bar shower is popular for both women and men. You could opt to include the groom, and his friends and family, in a stock the bar shower. The purpose of this shower is, as suggested, to stock the newlywed’s bar.

How to do it:
Send invitations instructing guests to bring with them a recipe for their favourite drink, and everything needed for the couple to make in the future. 

Shower ideas that do not include gift-giving

Recipe shower
A recipe shower is a nice way to get friends and family together for a shower atmosphere (food and maybe some games). You could choose to purchase a cookbook or recipe box and put all of the guests recipe cards inside to give to the bride.

How to do it:
Send invitations asking guests to bring along their favourite recipe, and not to forget a recipe card with the ingredients and directions.
　
Spa party
A spa party is a nice alternative for a get-together with the bridal party, and perhaps a few close family members and friends.

How to do it:
Gather girly necessities such as face masks, wax, and makeup and nail polish and slip into something cozy such as pyjamas or robes. Serve quality cheeses, chocolate, and wine.

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• What are your thoughts on bridal showers?
• Do you have any ideas for alternatives to a bridal shower?