What would a tea party be without the dainty porcelain cups, the silver tea service, and the petite pastries and finger sandwiches? Well, you need not toss out these lovely traditions. But you can give your tea party a delightful twist by choosing a wonderful theme! Your motif can be inspired by an... [Read More]

Your bridal shower party could be your one good excuse to indulge. For just a few hours, take a break from fast-paced, efficient, practical modern life—and host a romantic Victorian-inspired tea party! Transport your guests back to that more genteel time and place that came to bear the Queen’s... [Read More]

“Shabby chic”—the term itself says it all! Combining the charm of vintage-inspired decor elements with the elegance of artful finishing touches, the result is a setting ideal for an intimate bridal shower party. But how do you get the right look? Keep in mind the key terms. “Shabby”... [Read More]

A Spanish tapas party! What a unique way to infuse your bridal shower celebration with an exotic, yet intimate feel. Capturing the right look is simpler than you’d expect. Just create the focus around a romantic, candlelit table for your closest friends and family. Set the mood with a palette... [Read More]

Want something more than the usual bridal shower traditions of exclaiming over the presents, reminiscing about the bride’s growing up years, and enjoying the party fare? For an intimate gathering with a small guest list, we have an alternative that’s lots of fun, gets everyone involved,... [Read More]

Spring is all about newness and looking ahead. What a perfect atmosphere for sending off your daughter, the bride, with a bridal shower luncheon imbued with the freshness of the season! Host an intimate gathering that says “hello” to spring with a cheery, yet elegant color palette of yellow... [Read More]

Working with a tight budget? And prep time running out as well? Not to worry. There are still ways to have a bridal shower party that’s high on style, without too much expense. Let these budget-friendly yet stylish ideas for table settings, food and drinks, and even the invitations for the shower... [Read More]

In the dead of winter with snow and sleet everywhere, what could be cozier than an intimate bridal shower tea party with close family and friends? It’s just the thing to calm those pre-wedding jitters. Bring to life a nostalgic theme setting inspired by a quaint English cottage. Set out a “proper”... [Read More]

How charming is this? Here’s your chance to have an intimate bridal shower with your dearest friends and family members—styled after a scrumptious Southern breakfast. Think Gone With the Wind, Margaret Mitchell’s sweeping literary classic. Recreate the look of that gracious lifestyle on... [Read More]

Oh, for a respite from the pre-wedding flurry! Need a break? Don’t let stress ruin the romance and thrill of the most special day of your life. Treat yourself to a spa-themed bridal shower with your dearest friends and luxuriate in a few hours, a whole day, or an entire weekend of pampered relaxation. This... [Read More]

Love is celebrated in many unique ways, but what could be sweeter than a bridal shower filled with an enticing array of sugary delights? To pull this off with style and flair, take inspiration from a charming French confiserie. Recreate this candy store look by presenting French-inspired confections... [Read More]

The ultimate in Old World romance and feminine elegance, a Victorian-inspired wedding shower remains the dream of many a bride. It recalls a time when antique lace and feathers were fashion staples, when poetry reading and genteel tea parties were afternoon pastimes, and when refined young ladies blushed... [Read More]

A bridal shower is the perfect occasion to go all-out girly. Think pastel colors, fresh flowers, ribbons, lace, sweet treats, and scented favors. But to take the party beyond just pretty to gorgeous, center all those lovely elements around a theme that is quintessentially feminine. Whether it’s a... [Read More]

Few things say summer better than fresh, juicy, brightly-colored citrus fruits— lemons, oranges, and limes. Thus, a summertime wedding party captures the essence of the season with a citrus-inspired table display. It begins with viewing the table setting as one big arrangement, with all of its elements... [Read More]

Gerbera daisies are one of today’s most popular varieties of cut flowers for bouquets, centerpieces, and all-occasion arrangements. Belonging to the sunflower family, they come in such cheery hues as red, orange, pink, yellow, and white. Their large, open blooms are very “showy,” making... [Read More]