5 Bridal Shower Ideas
Hosting a Bridal Shower? Try these 5 Fun and Affordable Ideas
In the age of social media, the last thing you want to do is throw an unoriginal bridal shower. What you do want to throw is a shower that is completely unique, and chock-full of fun things to do. Now, this doesn’t necessarily mean you have to spend an arm and a leg to show your guests a good time. There are plenty of fun (and affordable ways) to celebrate the bride-to-be. Here’s a few to show you how!
Make it a Wine-Tasting Event
Who doesn’t love a good wine? Rather than serving the all-too-common (albeit pretty delicious) mimosas, why not mix it up and invite a wine specialist to talk your group through wine-tasting 101. Not everyone can pick up on all the intricacies that come with a sip of specialty wine, but with a trained professional at your disposal, your guests will be able to pick up on every nuance, and appreciate it more because of it! Plus, a wine-tasting event hosted at an at-home location allows for a more intimate and affordable celebration that’ll last as long as you want it to!
Go on a Shopping Spree
Don’t just settle for your local mall (unless you happen to live near one of the nation’s best), grab your car keys and travel to a location that offers a top-tier shopping experience. Did someone say ‘road trip?’ Bear in mind: you don’t want to go without a game plan. According to mobile banking experts at Chime, over one-third of Millennials are struggling with credit card debt. While fun, a shopping spree can make it easy to fall under this category. To avoid this, set a spending limit before going in. That way, you’ll be less likely to fall for that $1,000 designer handbag that you just ‘had to have.’
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Take a Cooking Class
You’d be remiss to throw a bridal shower without planning to have some delicious treats. But getting to enjoy them is just half the fun. Why not gather the girls and go to a cooking class? Their interactive nature will make sure your guests are engaged and come away with plenty of stories to reminisce about. You also won’t have to worry about expensive restaurant bills or hiring a caterer since you’ll be able to eat up all of your yummy creations. Just think about all of the Instagram photo ops!
Take a Road Trip
Yes, we are, in fact, saying ‘road trip!’ But this time, shopping doesn’t have to be the activity of the day. If you’ve ever wanted to get away for a few days, and have your besties make your mini vacay that much better, then this is the perfect plan for you! Take a stroll through somewhere coastal, hike through mountains, hit the slopes, do whatever you desire wherever you desire. You’ll also find great rates if booking as a group on Airbnb or VRBO in almost any area you look. Just be sure to finalize a deal with the property owner before booking.
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Create Signature Cocktails
Believe it or not, the best drink is usually the one you make yourself. By crafting your own cocktail, you can directly control how its made, and how much of each ingredient is included. The bad news? Not many of us actually know how to make a proper drink. The good news? Enlisting a skilled bartender or mixologist to guide your party through the basics of shaking and stirring popular drinks makes for the perfect bridal shower idea. If you find that your group already possess some formidable skills, you could even hold a competition to see who can make the best drink. Just try and actually remember who made the best drink the next day!
