BIG-PICTURE BASICS

Four To Six Weeks Before The Party

RESEARCH AND PLAN YOUR DAYS.

In the weeks leading up to the party, the maid of honor will want to research all the activities, attractions, restaurants and bars that the city has to offer. It is your responsibility to have a basic itinerary of fun bachelorette party ideas to make the weekend unforgettable. This allows the trip to play out smoothly and creates minimal uncertainty amongst the bridal party.

When you plan to go out, research transportation and club entry fees to plan for those additional costs, if that’s what the group wants to do. If you have nights planned that involve staying in, be sure to brainstorm some game ideas to either get the party started or to work as icebreakers, in case any bridesmaids aren’t familiar with one another.

Another pro tip from past brides - pick out a game that can double as a gift for the bride to take home, to play at all future girls nights!

ORDER DECORATIONS.

Whether you and the group are staying in an Airbnb, Vrbo or hotel accommodation, it is fun to turn a plain rental into a fun, picture- perfect pad. You can keep the same decor theme as the bridal shower, or go as R-rated as you would like.

Tip: Contact the host of the rental property and ask if they would be willing to set everything up for you beforehand, if you, the maid of honor, can’t get there earlier than the bride. If that doesn’t work out, have the bride go into the bathroom while you and the group decorate.

COORDINATE CLOTHING.

Matching or coordinated clothing among bridesmaids and the bride has become popular in the last few years. It is a responsibility of the maid of honor to chat with the bride and decide which outfits are planned in advance, so the rest of the party knows what to wear and when.

ORGANIZE GIFT BAGS. After coordinating outfits, another step to complete as maid of honor is organizing gift bags. This is optional, but it can be a fun way to hand out party favors and hangover helpers to help for the weekend. This cute care package can include anything from hair ties and temporary tattoos to Advil and Pedialyte.