About Lingerie Bridal Showers

A bridal shower is a great opportunity for family and friends to come together to give a bride-to-be gifts before her wedding. There are many different bridal shower themes and one of the more popular ones is the lingerie bridal shower. At this type of shower, guests are instructed to purchase gifts such as lingerie, other night time attire or items that evoke romance.

Overview

Bridal showers have historically been an event to outfit a woman with items that she and her husband-to-be would need for their new home together. Today women are waiting longer to get married and many couples live together before their wedding day so they already have the kitchen appliances, towels, and other household items that they need. A lingerie bridal shower is an event that focuses on romance and is all about showering the bride with decadent gifts.

Planning

Traditionally, the maid or matron of honor is responsible for planning the bridal shower with the assistance of the bridesmaids. Before planning a lingerie shower, it is recommended the planners to speak with the bride about the theme as some brides may not be comfortable with having a lingerie shower. Invitations should be sent to female friends and family members that are also invited to the wedding. There are a number of lingerie shower invitations available in stores and online.

Decorations

Decorations for a lingerie-themed shower should be romantic. Candles and bouquets of fresh flowers will set the mood for the event. Consider accenting the food and gift tables with rose petals.

Food and Drink

The nature of a lingerie shower makes cocktail party food and drink appropriate. Serving champagne and a signature cocktail will get guests into a festive spirit. Always be sure to have bottled water and other non-alcoholic drinks available for those that don't drink alcohol. Food should include a selection of heavy appetizers that are easy to eat. A popular trend at lingerie showers is to have a chocolate fountain with a variety of fruits and sweets for guests to dip into the chocolate for dessert.

Gifts

Guests do not have to buy the bride racy lingerie if they do not want to. Other gifts that keep with the theme include night gowns, pajamas, bath robes, or bath and body products that the bride-to-be can use to pamper herself.