Creating Ambiance for a Bridal Shower

If you find yourself being the 'planner' when it comes to bridal showers, then these tips are for you! While the bride is busy planning her big day, it is up to you to give her that special day before the big day!

The first obstacle is to figure out how to create a warm and comfortable atmosphere when many of the guests do not know each other and are ages and interests apart. The key is to have a well-chosen theme and some active involvement to bring the guests together. Try to find out as much as you can about the likes and dislikes of your guests, and plan around them.

A good idea is to have some music going in the background to set the mood. This is a good diversion when there are times that conversation is slow. Make sure the music is low so that it will not drown out any conversation that there might be.
Choose a CD of wedding music that will set the tone and provide a talking point with regard to the upcoming wedding. When the shower is over, give the CD to the bride.

At some time during the meal, there should be a toast to the bride. Mimosa (orange juice with champagne) is always a hit at a brunch. If you don’t want to serve liquor, there are many good non-alcoholic champagne choices available now.

Keep everyone comfortable but make sure the bride is still the focal point of the day!