A bridal shower is a joyous and celebratory event leading up to the wedding of a couple. It’s a time to spend with the bride’s closest friends and family, celebrating her upcoming nuptials and showering her with gifts to commemorate the occasion. A bridal shower is typically hosted by the bride’s maid of honor or a close friend or family member, and is often held in the form of an afternoon tea, luncheon, or dinner. The common theme of the event is to ‘shower’ the bride with love and the perfect bridal shower should be a perfectly planned day that pampers the bride-to-be with thoughtful gifts, laughter, and a unique experience.

Most bridal showers begin with a simple setup that includes a beautiful table setting, floral arrangements, favors and any necessary decorations. Once that is all set, it is time to prepare the food. Depending on the type of shower, appetizers, finger foods and desserts are often served. For example, an afternoon tea themed bridal shower should include finger sandwiches, scones and, of course, tea. If a larger event is the theme, guests may enjoy a plated lunch or dinner.

After food has been served and guests have had a chance to socialize and become comfortable in the setting, games are usually played. Popular party games like ‘Guess Who?’, ‘Famous Couples’, and Name That Tune can leave for some hilarious and fun memories. These comedic games are often followed by the bridal shower gifts, in which the bride opens each gift in front of her guests in a symbolic gesture of appreciation.

The overall atmosphere of a bridal shower should be rich with creativity and reflect the bride’s personality. The addition of custom signs, decorations, and personalized photo albums all work together to create the perfect backdrop for a memorable and unique bridal shower. Most importantly, though, the perfect bridal shower is one where the couple feels the love and support of all of their loved ones as they get ready to start the next chapter of their lives together.