Wedding Showers & Parties

The party starts way before the wedding. From rehearsal dinners and bridal showers to bachelor, bachelorette, and engagement parties, we have the best inspiration and advice for hosting a pre-wedding celebration!

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What Should You Serve at Your Rehearsal Dinner?

What Should You Serve at Your Rehearsal Dinner?

Clam bakes, Italian feasts, and lobster boils are just some of the possibilities.
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This Rehearsal Dinner Was Inspired by "My Big Fat Greek Wedding"—Bundt Cakes and All

This Rehearsal Dinner Was Inspired by "My Big Fat Greek Wedding"—Bundt Cakes and All

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How Involved Should the Mother of the Groom Be in Planning the Bridal Shower?

How Involved Should the Mother of the Groom Be in Planning the Bridal Shower?

Every situation is different, but the pros have some baseline advice.
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Should the Flower Girl Attend the Bridal Shower?

Should the Flower Girl Attend the Bridal Shower?

She's young, so would she be bored?
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The Pros and Cons of Having Your Rehearsal Dinner at the Same Venue as Your Wedding

The Pros and Cons of Having Your Rehearsal Dinner at the Same Venue as Your Wedding

It's unusual to have both events at the same place, but should you consider it?
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Can You Have a Bridal Shower After the Wedding?

Can You Have a Bridal Shower After the Wedding?

Or is there an expiration date for that sort of thing?
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All of Your Burning Bridal Shower Questions, Answered

All of Your Burning Bridal Shower Questions, Answered

The experts weigh in on everything from politely saying "no" to playing games to the right way to thank your hostess.
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Can You Have a Bridal Shower If You Plan to Elope?

Can You Have a Bridal Shower If You Plan to Elope?

Yes! Just because you've decided against a traditional event doesn't mean you can't enjoy the pre-wedding parties.
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How to Plan a Relaxing, Elevated Bachelorette Party in Miami

How to Plan a Relaxing, Elevated Bachelorette Party in Miami

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Believe It or Not, a Red Bicycle Inspired This Rustic-Chic Rehearsal Dinner

Believe It or Not, a Red Bicycle Inspired This Rustic-Chic Rehearsal Dinner

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Who Plans a Joint Wedding Shower?

Who Plans a Joint Wedding Shower?

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The Best Summer Rehearsal Dinner Ideas

The Best Summer Rehearsal Dinner Ideas

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Our Favorite Summer Bridal Shower Ideas

We've rounded up the best fashion, cuisine, and décor options for a warm-weather pre-wedding party.

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Sophie Turner Is Celebrating Her Bachelorette Party in Spain

Sophie Turner Is Celebrating Her Bachelorette Party in Spain

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Do Bridal Showers Need to Have a Theme?

Do Bridal Showers Need to Have a Theme?

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Elevated Bachelorette Party Supplies Your Bride-to-Be Will Love

Elevated Bachelorette Party Supplies Your Bride-to-Be Will Love

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Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner's Surprising Bridal Party Featured One Very Important Guest

Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner's Surprising Bridal Party Featured One Very Important Guest

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20 Wedding Parties That Prove Bridesmaids' Jumpsuits Are Just as Beautiful as Dresses

20 Wedding Parties That Prove Bridesmaids' Jumpsuits Are Just as Beautiful as Dresses

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Six Simple Ways to Make Bridal Shower Planning Less Complicated

Six Simple Ways to Make Bridal Shower Planning Less Complicated

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Can You Have a Bridal Shower at Night?

Can You Have a Bridal Shower at Night?

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27 After-Party Ideas That Will Keep the Party Going

27 After-Party Ideas That Will Keep the Party Going

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What to Serve at Your Post-Wedding Day Brunch This Spring

What to Serve at Your Post-Wedding Day Brunch This Spring

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A Rehearsal Dinner on a Ranch in Jackson Hole, Wyoming

A Rehearsal Dinner on a Ranch in Jackson Hole, Wyoming

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Rifle Paper Co.'s Anna Bond Shares Her Best Tips for Planning an Easy, Seasonal Bridal Shower

Rifle Paper Co.'s Anna Bond Shares Her Best Tips for Planning an Easy, Seasonal Bridal Shower

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10 Things to Do During Your Bachelorette Party in San Francisco

10 Things to Do During Your Bachelorette Party in San Francisco

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How to Create the Perfect Rehearsal Dinner Playlist

How to Create the Perfect Rehearsal Dinner Playlist

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Idris Elba's Fiancée Sabrina Dhowre Celebrated Her Bachelorette Weekend in Utah

Idris Elba's Fiancée Sabrina Dhowre Celebrated Her Bachelorette Weekend in Utah

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What's the Best Man Responsible for at the Rehearsal Dinner?

What's the Best Man Responsible for at the Rehearsal Dinner?

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9 Celebrity Bridal Showers You Have to See

9 Celebrity Bridal Showers You Have to See

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Wedding Planners Share Their Best Tips for Styling a Valentine's Day Bridal Shower

Wedding Planners Share Their Best Tips for Styling a Valentine's Day Bridal Shower

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Should Your Rehearsal Dinner Be as Formal as Your Wedding?

Should Your Rehearsal Dinner Be as Formal as Your Wedding?

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How to Plan a Destination Bridal Shower

How to Plan a Destination Bridal Shower

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The Dos and Don'ts of Dressing for an Engagement Party

The Dos and Don'ts of Dressing for an Engagement Party

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The Most Creative #BridalShower Ideas We Found on Instagram

The Most Creative #BridalShower Ideas We Found on Instagram

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How to Put Your Bridal Shower Gifts to Work This Holiday Season

How to Put Your Bridal Shower Gifts to Work This Holiday Season

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The Best Airbnbs to Book for Your Bachelorette Party

The Best Airbnbs to Book for Your Bachelorette Party

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Questions to Ask Yourself in Order to Determine the Right Time for Your Engagement Party

Questions to Ask Yourself in Order to Determine the Right Time for Your Engagement Party

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An Elevated Backyard Bridal Shower with a Pink Color Palette

An Elevated Backyard Bridal Shower with a Pink Color Palette

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