5 Fun Ideas for Your Bachelorette Party

We searched through real photos of bachelorette parties (most of which were NSFW!) to find trendy yet affordable ways to celebrate the last fling before the ring.

1. Creative Themes

It's tough to be the voice of reason when all you hear are "Vegas! Vegas! Vegas!" chants. If a far-flung locale just isn't feasible or the bride's style is more demure than debauchery, consider affordable themed parties. This winter ski weekend retreat we found on Green Wedding Shoes is a grown-up version of a girl's-only sleepover, including fun touches like a caramel apple bar, spiked apple cider, printed itinerary and crazy-comfy outfits.

Bundled Up winter bachelorette party featured on Green Wedding Shoes.
Bundled Up winter bachelorette party featured on Green Wedding Shoes.


Check out 8 more bachelorette party themes, including wine tastings and spa pampering.

2. Hilarious Photo Ops

When it comes to bachelorette get-togethers, photos fall into two camps: pretty yet predictable group shots and candids that practically come with their own "no-Facebook sharing" policy. Strike a happy medium with this creative mugshot idea, where you capture the entire group the next morning. How cute is the "Maid of Dishonor?"

Take mugshots the morning after the big night!
Take mugshots the morning after the big night!


3. Customized Invitations

Open to DIY? Commission an ebay seller to create a customized, printable PDF design, which costs far less than having them ship the final printed product. If the bride has specifically requested that she is open to receiving presents (aka pretty underthings), create inserts with her size, which eliminates the guesswork for guests.

This bachelorette invitation sets a festive tone for what's to come.
This bachelorette invitation sets a festive tone for what's to come.


4. Coordinating Outfits

Arguably, one of the best parts of attending a bachelorette party is getting all dolled up. But after splurging on that BM dress and shower gift, a new outfit might be on the bottom of your priority list. Consider a Little Black Dress brigade, where all the guests wear their fave LBD already hanging in their closet, putting due focus on the bride (who dresses in white or a bold neon shade).

Host a Little Black Dress Brigade!
Host a Little Black Dress Brigade!


Or purchase inexpensive t-shirts or button-downs that you can customize and wear again while prepping on the wedding day.

Wear these button-downs to prep together on the day of the wedding.
Wear these button-downs to prep together on the day of the wedding.


5. Favors They'll Actually Use

We can't wait to create our own whimsical, DIY caricature wine glasses, inspired by this high-end custom design. There are tons of tutorials out there-all you need is special paint purchased from a craft store and a steady hand.

Customized wine glasses will earn a coveted spot in your bridesmaids' china closet, begging to be broken out again for special occasions.
Customized wine glasses will earn a coveted spot in your bridesmaids' china closet, begging to be broken out again for special occasions.


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Tell us: What fun ideas or trends have you seen at bachelorette parties recently?


-Stefania Sainato

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