Bridal Shower Theme: Eco-Friendly Fete

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What it is: A shower that’s good for the environment. Consider hosting your soiree in a garden courtyard and let nature be the main decor.


Best For: The eco-conscious bride who wants to give back with her shower. Or, for the bride and groom who want to re-vamp their lifestyle to be more green. Hot registry items: stainless-steel pots and pans; organic cotton bed and bath linens; bamboo cooking utensils.

Planning Tip: Send email invitations (done by a graphic designer) to save on waste, or use recycled paper and have your invitations printed with soy ink. Give tree saplings, lavender sachets, or soy candles as favors. Hire a caterer that specializes in organic cuisine or cooks with locally grown ingredients.

Potential Pitfall: Just because you’re going green, doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice style. Think eco-chic (not crunchy). Ditch the burlap and go with crisp, white organic cotton tablecloths teamed with matching napkins tied with twine. Ask you local baker to make trendy vegan cupcakes -- your guests will never know the difference!

Bridal Shower Theme: Charity Shower

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What it is: Instead of bringing gifts to the bridal (lora bridal shop)shower, guests are asked to bring a donation (food, old clothing, or even cash) to benefit the couple’s favorite charity.

Best For: The bride who has lived on her own (or with her fiancé) for awhile, and already has traditional shower gifts (cookware and bath linens) but still deserves a fantastic party. Or, any bride who would rather not be the center of attention at a gift-giving extravaganza.

Planning Tip: Rather than spending cash on favors, continue the theme by making donations to a charity of the bride and groom’s choosing in the guests’ names.

Potential Pitfall: There will always be those who feel obligated to buy a gift for the shower. Don’t discourage them; but point out that the bride may not use the item if it’s something she already owns.