A bridal shower is supposed to be enjoyable, so wear what you’re comfortable in, but you’ll also probably want to look good for the inevitable photos! Generally, dresses are the most common bridal shower outfit, and they tend to be elegant, fun, and festive. Think lace, frills, floral patterns, and puff sleeves. Some brides go a different direction and wear pants and a blouse, or even jeans and a blouse for a more casual shower. For guests—not the bride—avoid wearing all white (that’s the bride’s color for now!) or all black. Not only do you want to avoid underdressing, but you probably don’t want to overdress, either. This isn’t the wedding, after all, so avoid the formal attire and ballroom gowns.

To find great bridal shower decorations ideas, take it to social media and search engines. We especially love Pinterest for anything wedding-related. If you search, you'll find mood boards overflowing with brilliant bridal shower decoration inspiration. Check out wedding style websites like The Knot and Wedding Wire, too. Check hashtags on Instagram like #bridalshower to comb through photos from other bridal showers and see what catches your eye. Bridal shower decorations don't have to be overly elaborate, but a little thoughtful planning can bring together an elegant, festive party that will show the bride exactly how much everyone cares for her.

Creative bridal shower food ideas can turn a good bridal shower into an unforgettable one. Thankfully, you can provide a few mouth-watering menu options without being a professional chef or breaking the bank. For most showers, an informal buffet-style spread is a good fit, with foods that are easy to portion out and walk around with. Look for simple but elegant appetizers, like pear and goat cheese drizzled with balsamic vinegar, bowls of nuts with cinnamon and Chinese Five Spice, or bacon-wrapped dates. Consider salads with a bit of sophistication, like a basic Waldorf, but elevated with maple-candied walnuts. Finger sandwiches are great, and you can opt for a recipe like cucumber tea sandwiches for a bit of added class. For beverages, you can pick a signature cocktail that you can pre-make in a large batch and serve in individual bottles or mason jars for a touch of rustic charm. And for the non-drinkers, we love when people serve iced coffee drinks at bridal showers—who doesn’t love coffee? If you haven’t noticed the trend, we recommend thinking of simple, easy menu items, elevated with a creative culinary twist.

In the era of social sharing, finding bridal shower ideas on a budget is no problem. Bridal shower decorations and menus don’t have to be expensive or even elaborate. On social networks, search for hashtags like #bridalshower or look through Pinterest mood boards to scout out ideas that will work within your budget. Hit a search engine, and search for key phrases like “DIY bridal shower ideas” to find decorations you can craft from scratch. Not only will the result be beautiful, but it will be obvious to everyone that special care and attention went into throwing the shower. There’s also an entire industry of wedding planning websites, like The Knot, Inside Weddings, and Wedding Wire. Mainstream publications like Vogue also have wedding sections on their websites that regularly feature creative bridal shower ideas and other wedding-related inspiration.

Bridal showers are a time for friends and family to come together and celebrate the bride-to-be. Bridal showers traditionally include special wedding-themed games, plenty of gifts for the bride, good food, drinks, and cake. Modern bridal showers can be as unique and creative as the person planning it. With a little prep, you can throw a bridal shower to remember forever.

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