Honeymoon Themed Bridal Shower
Bridal shower is an integral part of a wedding nowadays. Though it has become more of a casual affair, it is still planned in detail by the couples or their friends well in advance. Bridal shower themes have gained a lot of importance as every couple wants to have an exclusive theme for their bridal shower to make it memorable and special. Honeymoon themed bridal shower, has become very popular among couples who have already planned their honeymoon.
Bridal shower with honeymoon as the theme is very much in vogue as honeymoon is an important event in a married couple's life and also, the couple can get their dreams of an exotic honeymoon fulfilled with the help of friends. This kind of bridal shower is best arranged by friends of the couple who can plan the event in such a way that the couple's wishes are fulfilled. It can also be that the couple wants to share the excitement of their honeymoon if they do not need any help for their travel plans.
Planning the Bridal Shower is the Key
Most of the couples want to go on a romantic honeymoon in an exotic location. As the couple’s friends, you can throw a honeymoon themed bridal shower which would make it easy on the couple to plan an exotic honeymoon. Firstly, you need to design an invitation which shows the theme in a creative way, for example, a tropical theme would be perfect if the couple has planned to go for a tropical destination. Even an invitation designed to look like a passport with the names of the bride and groom can be a very good option.
Word it in such a way that the guests know what kind of gifts would help the couple to go off on their desired honeymoon and enjoy the most. Cartoon characters and scenic views of the honeymoon destination could be great visual elements for the invitation. You can tell them where the couple is off to and even the name of the travel agency they are registered at. The guests can also get gift certificates which would help the couple embark on a romantic journey.
Decorate the Venue to Reflect the Theme
Next, is to decorate the venue as per the central idea of the bridal shower with honeymoon theme. If the couple is planning for a Hawaiian honeymoon then you can decorate the venue with Hawaiian flowers and decide Hawaiian costume as the dress code for the guests. This would up the fun element of the party and the couple and guests would enjoy themselves at the party. You can use backdrops of some exotic Hawaiian beaches, sunsets, colorful Hawaiian dancers etc. This would create an atmosphere which would make the guests feel they are also a part of the travel plans of the couple and share their happiness.
You can use fruits in bamboo baskets as centerpieces and also arrange for a live band which can play popular Hawaiian songs. Make sure that the guests feel a part of the honeymoon themed bridal shower; you can welcome each guest with a garland made of typical Hawaiian flowers and a Hawaiian hat. Maps, travel bags or even seashells can be used as place cards which would alleviate the ambiance of the venue. Mermaids in exotic Hawaiian Islands can be a great idea for your poster.
Menu is another important aspect of the bridal shower party and it is necessary that you select the dishes as per the theme. Sea food along with fruit desserts can be excellent options for the menu. If the couple is planning to go to a tropical destination then bamboo lights, other decoration materials like lanterns etc. can be good choices.
Entertain Guests to Make Your Party Memorable
It would be better if you can plan two or three short but entertaining games which are related to the theme of the bridal shower. Passing on a secret or a chit with an interesting puzzle can be an interesting game which the guests will love and they will enjoy themselves thoroughly.
Favors for the Guests
You can gift the guests some posters related to the honeymoon destination, apart from this you can gift CDs of popular romantic albums, travel bags etc.
You have to plan well in advance if you want your honeymoon themed bridal shower to be enjoyed by one and all. Some creative ideas can make your party memorable forever for the guests and the couple.