Maid of Honor, we know you and your fellow bridesmaids are hard at work
helping the bride with all the wedding plans. On top of that, you've got the highly
anticipated Bridal Shower to worry about too! Well, we at PureSexyCostumes.com
are here to help. How about we stay away from the stuffy bridal shower that our
moms used to throw and try something with a little more fun and excitement?
We’re thinking intimates, negligees, and unmentionables! In other words, we’re
talking lingerie party! What better way to celebrate the bride-to-be’s upcoming
union than by showering her with ravishing lingerie that will knock her groom’s
socks off! Read on for a breakdown on how to host a successful lingerie party.
Step One: Invitations
Start off with an invitation list, which typically include the
bride’s closest friends and relatives who have been invited to the wedding.
Send out invitations at least a month in advance with a lovely design that fits
the theme. Spice things up by including a note assigning each guest to bring
something “naughty” or “nice.” Also, if you can get away with this without the
bride disowning you, include her measurements so the guests can bring gifts in
the correct size. (Really, what’s the point of buying her lingerie that she
can’t wear?) For some invitation ideas, we recommend Etsy or Zazzle, which have
great ones available for purchase and download.
Step Two: Décor
Create a playful ambiance to put your guests in the mood. We
suggest creating the feel of a boudoir boutique; soft hues and sheer linens in
shades similar to the wedding motif are ideal. Create an eye-catching backdrop using
knickers on a clothesline to bring an element of playfulness to the party. For
a feminine touch, flowers are always a plus.
Step Three: Refreshments
Depending on what time you are hosting the party, you can
plan for a light lunch with snacks and finger foods or a cocktail hour with hors
d'oeuvres. Since you will likely have games and activities planned, a heavy, formal
meal may not be ideal for you and your guests. Figure out how much to provide
with this handy
party food and beverage calculator and take note that desserts are always a big hit when you have a large group of
women.
Step Four: Party Games
Despite the fact that it’s a lingerie party, try to keep
things appropriate to keep your guests from feeling uncomfortable. If there is
too high a level of embarrassment in participating, your guests might not want
to join in on the fun. We like the idea of a game like, “Whose panties are
these?” Tell guests ahead of time to bring a (NEW) pair of
sexy panties that
everyone will drop in a bag. The bride will pull each pair out and try to guess
which guest brought them. If she guesses correctly she can keep them. Another
fun game is a grown-up version of hot potato called “pass the teddy.” Winner
gets to keep the
sexy teddy or
lingerie set as a party gift!
Step Five: Thank You Gifts
Let all your guests know how grateful you are for their
attendance and participation with lovely parting gifts. You can do something
simple like small candies in a satchel or fill miniature plastic bottles with
lingerie detergent for a useful gift. You can also make simple
bra and panty cookies using a heart-shaped cookie cutter and store-bought sugar cookie dough.
With all these ideas, you’ll be able to throw the
bride a fun and festive shower that everyone can enjoy. Best of all, she’ll
have plenty of
sexy bridal lingerie to take home when it’s through! For more
ideas on how to get through this wedding season, stay posted with us all month
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