Not Your Mama's Bridal Shower

It's that time of year, when your mailbox contains at least two invitations to somebody's bridal shower.  For me, this is the time of year that bridesmaids are pumping me for information about what to do for their bride to be.  My reply is to make it fun and remember who the party is for.  More often than not, bridal showers seem to turn into to a boring tea party.  It is like everyone is working from the some bridal shower planning list: Food (check), Drink (check), Purse Game (check)...

Before you even think about giving someone 15 points for that can of aerosol hair spray in their purse, here are a few bridal shower party ideas to consider:

I love the color pink and found this great party theme over at one of my favorite blogs, Hostess with the Mostess:

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My favorite idea is the cocktail party bridal shower.  Not only is this a great idea for the party girl bride to be, it can also be a cost saving party as well.  Serve appetizers that you purchase from your local wholesale club, like Sam's Club or Costco.  To save on alcohol, create a signature drink to pay homage to the guest of honor.  Don't worry, for your non drinking guests, create a non alcoholic alternative but still use the fancy stemware.  There is just something about having a drink in a fancy glass that really says party!

Now you're thinking what kind of games can you play at a cocktail party?!  That my friend is a post for next week!  Stay tuned!