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Contrary to popular belief and the media's portrayal, it is possible to put together a great bachelorette party without hiring sweaty strippers, getting the bride-to-be fall down drunk, then regretting the entire thing in the morning. Of course, whether or not you want to go with PG rated Disney, or a PG-rated bachlorette party is entirely your decision (especially if you happen to be the maid of honor).
So, how do you decide if it's better to plan an X-Rated bachlorette party or a PG-rated on? You really need to look no further than the bride herself. Remember, this is all about her, not you. Hopefully you already know her pretty well at this point. Is she the sort of girl who wants to walk on the wild side before she takes the plunge, or will she end up being uncomfortable about the situation and regret it later? Some bridesmaids think the bride may be a bit uptight, but that it may not be a bad idea to let her hair down by watching some dude take his clothes off. A lot of times these types of plans blow up though, leaving just about everyone feeling uncomfortable and wanting to go get out of there (even the stripper).
So, let's say you decide not to go the whole stripper-and-whiskey route, what's a girl to do on the night (or weekend) before her wedding? Again, it all depends on the bride, and the members of the bridal party to a lesser extent. For example, are the bridesmaids made up of uptight conservatives or sorority party girls? Though a night out on the town drinking and clubbing downtown may be a ton of fun with the college buddies, it's more than likely not going to be a big hit with the brides' aunts (then again, it may go over very well with them too). Don't be afraid to allow the bachlorette party to be somewhat sentimental either, especially if you are reuniting with friends and family the bride hasn't seen for a long time.
Also don't be afraid to let your hair down and have a little fun, even if that fun doesn't mean hitting the bars. Does the bride have a silly side to her? What about a night of playing skee-ball and mini golf or amusement park rides? Does she like to travel? What if the entire bridal party took a trip to for the bachlorette party and whisked the bride off to a fun destination, even if it's just a hop, skip and jump away in the next state, for dinner and a night on the town? When you're setting up a bachlorette party just be sure that the activities and the theme fits both the bride and the bridal party, and you're in line for a really memorable night.
Bachelors have been hitting the bars for stag parties for years. But why should the guys have all the fun? Throwing a bachelorette party for a bride-to-be is a fun way for the bride and her friends to bond and blow off a little steam before the big day. If you're planning a bachelorette party, there are many fun and original bachelorette party ideas.
What is a Bachelorette Party?
Bachelorette parties have risen in popularity within the last twenty years or so. While the bridal shower is still a traditional event for brides, a bachelorette party is a more laid back celebration. Like a bachelor party, a bachelorette party usually involves a night out with the gals.
Bachelorette Party Ideas: Locations
Bachelorette parties can take place at the home of the bride-to-be or the home of the person throwing the party for her. A hall or meeting room at a hotel can also be rented for the night. Restaurants often have rooms that can be reserved for private parties. You also might choose to take everyone to an event like a movie or a spa. Many bachelorette parties begin in one location and move on to a different location, like a bar, later in the night.
Bachelorette Party Ideas: Styles
The bachelorette party can be naughty or nice, depending on the bride's preferences and comfort level. Most bachelorette parties include alcohol and many incorporate sexual themes. However, this is the bride-to-be's night, and while it can be fun to embarrass her a little, you don't want her to be horrified at the goings on.
Naughty Bachelorette Party Ideas
Hire a male stripper for the party or go to see a male strip show.
When each guest arrives, she writes down a task that the bride must accomplish before the night is over. When the list is complete it is given to the bride. The task list might include things like “get a man to buy you a drink” or “get a man's phone number.”
Give goody bags to the guests with inexpensive, naughty gifts inside. Many party supply shops and websites carry party favors specifically intended for bachelorette parties
Nice Bachelorette Party Ideas
Head to a spa. All the ladies can enjoy massages and manicures.
Take a tour at a nearby winery and enjoy some winetasting.
Go dancing.
Head to a microbrewery for a tour and to taste the products.
Responsible Bachelorette Party Ideas
Since most bachelorette parties involve alcohol, its necessary to arrange safe transportation for the party guests. A designated driver is one idea, or someone who would not normally be invited to the party, like a male friend. You could also hire a limousine service to carry guests to various watering holes around town. Some choose to charter a bus for the night's activities, while others use taxis to get around. Even if the bachelorette party does not involve alcohol, using a bus or limo service is a good way to keep guests together and prevent them from getting lost during the evening.