By Kendra Weinisch
Even before you reach the age at which you have a closet full of billowing bridesmaid dresses and dyed-to-match shoes, the traditional bridal shower is passé. You drank yourself to oblivion at a series of night clubs and bars, saw your girl friends embarrass themselves in front of strange men, and used prophylactics as accessories in college. Do you really want to do it again? Your friend is getting married, after all. What could be more grown-up?
Do her””and every other woman at the celebration””a favor by classing it up a bit this time. The night is about hanging with the girls, bad-talking the guys and having a lot of fun, so give the exotic dancers a night off and revel in your femininity””and your maturity! Use these ideas from Indigo Experiences, the ultimate why-didn’t-I-think-of-that? company, and make the bride’s night to remember one that she actually might!
¡Salsa Picante!
She always wanted to learn salsa dancing, and now is her chance! Hire a private instructor to teach the group the sensuous and steamy dance from south of the border. Blend up some margaritas to complement the theme, and let the gals pair up to sashay the night away.
The Perfect Arrangement
The Japanese do it to unwind, and your mother does it to showcase her prize-winning roses. Arranging flowers is a great way to spend an evening, because it utilizes the mind and the body. Hire a professional to guide you in choosing the right flowers to communicate your mood though color, shape and fragrance. You might even save the bride a few bucks on a florist!
A Taste Treat
Take “tasteful” literally and design a multi-course gourmet meal to prepare as a group. Giggle while you garnish the game hen. Reminisce while you ready the ramekins. Elate while you enjoy the entrée. Deride while you digest.
Not-So-Bawdy Body
For those brides who must to see the human form of another one last time before dedicating themselves to that of their husband for eternity, create a private art class and hire a model to pose nude. As the girls sketch and shade, the single ones will be inspired that they have the option of hitting on the model after the sitting.
Pass the Bar
Of course, many will feel that a bridal shower isn’t a true bridal shower without at least one alcoholic beverage. If this is the case with your rowdy bunch, hire a pro, a la “Cocktail,” and step behind the bar. Have him/her teach you the tricks for making your favorite spirits then get creative and define your “signature” drink. List it on Webtender.com to commemorate the bride’s last night of freedom!
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