Bachelorette Party Essentials
Everyone knows what to bring to a bachelorette
party: wine, carbs and a swimsuit (a questionable combination, now that I think
about it...). , But what are the not-so-standard things to bring and do that’ll
take you from normal bridesmaid status to being the most bomb-ass bridesmaid
that’s ever existed? For your convenience, we’ve listed them here:
1. Get the groom involved. WAIT.
Don’t stop reading! I know this violates everything you’ve ever learned about a
bachelorette weekend. These all-girl getaways are just that: all girls get away
(from boys). But we’re not asking you to invite the groom, or even include him
in your pre-weekend planning. Rather, involve him by encouraging him to get or
do something special for his bride-to-be for her to open during her two-day
shindig. For one of my friends who just got married, I conducted a secret video
interview with her groom the week before her bachelorette weekend. I asked him
questions about my friend, their relationship, etc. But there was a catch: In
order to open a gift from one of us bridesmaids, she had to guess his answer
correctly after listening to the question. She loved it. Not sure why. I
guess, like, love or something?
2. A disposable camera. You
won’t regret this purchase. Cue: pictures that aren’t in danger of going into
the ~cloud.~ You can then mail the best gems to the bride or make them
into a collage to give to her on her wedding day. In private, of course.
3. Healthy snacks. Note: this is not in lieu of junk food. For the first 24
hours of this extravaganza most bridesmaids will eat cookie dough, Cheetos and
gummy bears like they’re preparing for hibernation. Once the reality of
stepping into a bikini sets in, they will be thankful for that hummus and
carrots.
4. Bluetooth speakers. Because
what’s a bachelorette weekend without a dance party? And because nothing is
worse than singing along to Beyonce and actually being able to hear your
own voice. Drown out those questionable notes with some powerful portable
speakers. You’ll also need a stellar playlist to go along with it. So
start working on that now.
5. Your Undivided Attention. This
weekend isn’t about you. It’s not about that cute guy flirting with you at the
bar, not about your boyfriend texting you from home, not about looking cool in
front of the other bridesmaids, not about trying that restaurant you’ve always
wanted to try or exploring the city at night after the bride’s ready to peace
out and go home. Make every moment of this weekend about her and what
she wants to do. Ask her how she’s excited she is about marriage, how the
wedding planning is going, etc. etc. Trust me, she’ll appreciate it.
6. Lysol wipes. Yes, you’re going
to be that girl. The girl who actually cares how the place looks when you
leave. When your bride is ready to GTHO and go home after a non-stop weekend of
no sleep, pinot, lingerie and games, you’ll have already been awake for an hour
tidying the place up, packing up her things and making sure her coffee + bagel
is ready to go. If she’s anything like the type-A brides I know, she’ll be
grateful for your efforts and dub you… you guessed it… Bomb Ass Bridesmaid #1.
There you have it, ladies. The 6 ways to yourlovely bride’s heart during her bachelorette weekend. Have any tips that we
didn’t list here? Comment below and let us know!
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