1. Theme – Rather than just the bride, think about what they both would like – their favorite foods and drinks, their personal style, the activities they enjoy, where they like to hang out.  A lot of your friends now have a Pinterest and Facebook accounts filled with things they like…use this!

Theme

2. Venue – Once you have chosen a co-ed theme that appeals to both genders, and you start to think of a venue to hold it consider these questions; what time of day do you want your co-ed party to be, what’s the total guest count, where did the couple meet?

Venue

3. Deligate all tasks – Normal etiquette is the maid of honor and the bridesmaids will chip in for the shower but with a co-ed shower I can actually use the groomsmen’s help too! Some tasks to consider for girls; Invitations and RSVPs (professionally printed is my suggestion so she has something to hold on to in memory), games, favors/prizes, decor, and menu.  Some tasks to consider for men; stock the bar, music, work the grill, anything electronic. Make sure to give everybody your vision and enough direction to get the job done.

Deligation

3. Games – There’s so many fun games to play as couples or even men vs women! Use your tools; Facebook, the iPhone video camera, etc. and coming up with fun co-ed games can be fun.  Some examples I found; Pin the tie on the groom game, Famous couples game, and Name that Flavor Game.

Games

4. Decor – Should be the very last step.  I always stop at a party store the day of or before the party and use whatever is left of my budget. Once you have all the other elements in place your party is guaranteed to be successful!

Being slightly nontraditional is unique and has great benefits! Please visit our Pinterest page for more Co-Ed Bridal Shower ideas and inspiration.

And in keeping with true NOLA fashion (where it’s always 5:00pm somewhere), we had to stop in at the Sazerac!

Make sure to keep up with our facebook and pinterest pages for continued updates on new looks.

Totally obsessed with this red birdcage veil!

Oh how I love Ombre! (french for shaded)

Spring 2013 brides are so lucky to have sparkle, ruffles, and color!

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1. Start by picking a baby shower theme to reflect the mommy-to-be and her original style, then let your imagination go wild.   I am in love with a nautical themed shower using ships, anchors, and nautical navy stripes.  Other top current trends in theme include:  Book, French Countryside, Noah’s Ark, and Alphabet shower.

Nautical Theme

2. Designing a custom invitation to go with your theme is a must.  This nautical invitation I found on Pinterest is so cute!

Nautical Shower Invitation

3.  Have your caterer help design a menu with foods that go along with your shower’s theme.  A buffet design can not only be more cost effective but can also be a fun way to incorporate your theme.

Nautical Buffet

4. A refreshing drink is a surefire way to quench the thirst of the new mom and her guests.  If she doesn’t mind alcohol being served, light cocktails round out the beverage choices.

Nautical Cocktails

5. The devil is in the details.  This does not mean to sweat the small stuff but rather to make the small stuff count! I’m loving every delicious detail of this Nautical baby shower!

Nautical Cups

Nautical Cake

6. While every baby shower does not have games, they are a great ice-breaker and loads of fun.  They are also a great way to give your winning guests a great prize gift that matches the theme.

Nautical Rope Bracelets

No matter what cute theme you use, incorporating these 6 steps will help ensure a perfect celebration.  I hope I’ve given you all the inspiration needed to start planning your best friend’s perfect shower.

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1. Pastel colors and polka dots are always popular Easter Trends. My favorite is a combination of  Teals and Yellows , which work great together in any atmosphere you put them in.

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 2. If you have a 3-tired stand putting moss and chocolate eggs on it as a centerpiece is fun!

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3. For those of us that aren’t the best artists, these threaded eggs are so cool! Don’t forget to blow out the inside of the egg before you thread for long keeping.

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4. Why not bedazzle your eggs?  This makes for such a great presentation!

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5. What a great way to send Easter L♥VE.

For more Easter inspiration, follow my Hippity Hoppity Bunny Board.

Happy Easter P-E-E-P-S!

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