Time Running Out to Plan Your Bachelorette Party?

Judging by the number of our customers that request overnight shipping, we know that planning a last minute bachelorette party happens all the time. So if you’re faced with only a few days for planning a big bash, just know that you are not alone! Just follow these five steps and you’ll be on your way to an unforgettable bachelorette night.

Step One: Talk to the Bride

Most bachelorette parties aren’t planned by the bride, but they are planned for her. So make sure she gets what she wants. Ask her what she has in mind, who she wants invited, and how she wants to celebrate her last night as a single girl.

Step Two: Send Out Invites

It won’t be much of a party if no one shows up. Use a site like Pingg.com or Evite.com. Both sites offer exclusive bachelorette party designs.

Step Three: Pick a Theme

You probably know the bride pretty well. So you know what theme would have her as giddy as a school girl. The House of Bachelorette makes it easy to shop by theme– whether your bride is a little bit naughty or more of a nice girl.

Step Four: Place Your Order

Buy your party decorations, games and favors from The House of Bachelorette. Orders received before 1pm are eligible for overnight shipping.

Step Five: Get Your Party On!

Now that you’ve got your girls and your party supplies, all that’s left to do is have fun and make memories!

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Forget Facebook: A Traveling Journal is a Safe Place for Bachelorette Party Pics

We all know that things can get a little crazy at bachelorette parties. But do you really want to post photos of your tabletop dance routine or your spin around the stripper pole on the Internet? These days employers– and even your grandma– will probably end up seeing the pictures you post on Facebook, MySpace or Twitter. So rather than broadcast your bachelorette party for the world to see, why not create a private space for only close friends to share those memories?

We found this really cool website called TheTravelingJournal.com. You and your bachelorette party guests can start a tradition by sharing your own Traveling Journal. Just pick out the journal style and color you like best and start filling it up with pictures and memories. Once you’re done, you pass it on to the next girl so she can add her own flare to the journal. Soon, your book will be filling up with friendship stories– and you don’t have to worry about Uncle Steve, your annoying co-worker or your 5th grade teacher seeing it. Your bachelorette party is a great time to kick off this new tradition and stay connected with your best girlfriends with a Traveling Journal.

Jake and Vienna

Looks like Vienna Giraldi can recycle her bridal magazines. She and bachelor Jake Pavelka have split. They got engaged as millions watched the 14th season of The Bachelor on ABC. But Pavelka’s spokeswoman says the couple is done. According to Yahoo! News Janice Lee said “Jake and Vienna have split. They appreciate the respect for their privacy at this time.”

Lots of people were shocked when 32-year-old Jake the pilot chose 23-year-old marketing rep Vienna over runner-up Tenley who everyone but Jake knew was the right choice. Only four of the 13 couples that hooked up on The Bachelor are still together.

So are you surprised?

1. BCBG- One-Shoulder Taffeta Dress, $398

You will be red carpet worthy in this hot little number from BCBG. Just be sure the bride doesn’t think you’re outshining her on her last night as a single girl.

2. Banana Republic: Silk Mini-Pleat Dress, $110

You won’t find a dress with cuter details than this LBD from Banana Republic. The price is affordable and the dress is hot enough for a bachelorette party, but innocent enough for the wedding.

3. Zappos: Volcom For a Cause Dress, on sale for $51.20

A portion of the proceeds of this Volcom dress go to Boarding for Breast Cancer so you can feel good and look good wearing it.

4. Nordstrom- As U Wish Lace Tube Dress, $64

This adorable dress from Nordstrom features a sweetheart bodice and lots of lace. But even though it looks innocent, we think it could probably get some attention on the dance floor.

5. laRock- Sheer Impact Dress, on sale for $265

This slim fit mini dress features a cool, sheer racerback with a zipper closure. It even comes with a necklace attached so you don’t have to worry about finding accessories.

Grown-Up Slumber Party: Invite the girls over for a grown-up slumber party. Make sure there’s plenty of wine and treats to last the night. Pop in a favorite chick flick and giggle the night away like old times. The Sleeping Beauty Eye Mask is a must.

Tea Time: For sophisticated brides, a bachelorette tea time can be lots of fun. Hold it at a fancy hotel like the Ritz Carlton or The Four Seasons. Or set it up in your backyard garden. Require dresses and party hats for a regal feel.

Spa Date: Bachelorette parties are about indulging and what better way to indulge than with a day at the spa. Help the bride get her lips ready for their big moment with some wedding cake lip balm.

Wine Tasting: A wine tasting can be a great alternative to bar hopping. Older bachelorettes may enjoy the sophistication of sampling wine from around the world. Wedding wine charms will make sure everyone knows which glass belongs to the bride.

Karaoke: Let the bride sing her little heart out to all of her favorites from the 80s and 90s with a night of karaoke. Make sure to give her her own glitter microphone so she can feel like a rock star for the night.

Pole Dancing Class: Older brides may love learning something new. Take the group to a pole dancing class. Check out our extensive list of pole dancing bachelorette party locations around the country.

We’d like to hear your bachelorette party ideas for older brides! Share them with us!

Brides May Tweet, But Should Bachelorettes?

It’s probably not a good idea to send out twit pics of the bride dancing on a table at her bachelorette party or post party photos to your Facebook photo album. But if you’re a die-hard social media fan, make sure you get the bride’s permission before doing so. Forty percent of brides said posting photos online without clearance from the bride or even a heads-up was their biggest digital wedding gripe, according to a WeddingChannel.com poll.

So what do you think? Is it a bad idea to bring the bachelorette party to the world through social media? Tweet us and let us know what you think or post a comment on The House of Bachelorette’s Facebook page.

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