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Brides.com: Wedded Bits tagged with 'showers and parties'
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MD, DC and VA
Teatime!
Did you know that January is National Hot Tea Month? Neither did I. But it made me think about those times when my mom took me out for high tea as a little girl.
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NY, NJ and CT
Make a cake
Here's a fun idea for a unique bridal shower or an alternative to a bachelorette party.
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Atlanta
Get "Luckie"
If you're planning a bachelorette night out, it's always fun to stay at a hotel with all of your girls for a big slumber party.
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Boston
Spa day
If you're looking for a place to unwind in truly decadent fashion, whether it's with your husband-to-be or your bridesmaids, check out the award-winning Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Boston.
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MD DC and VA
Sale alert!
Looking for a cute dress for your shower, rehearsal dinner, engagement party, or bachelorette? Bridesmaid dress designer Kathlin Argiro is hosting a sample sale.
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MD DC and VA
Bridesmaid jewelry
Looking for a some truly unique bridesmaid jewelry? Call on D.C.-based Courtney Weiner of Wine and Roses Jewelry, who can create custom pieces for all of your girls.
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Atlanta
A better bachelorette
Here's a fun idea for a memorable bachelorette bash. Atlanta's hip RA Sushi Bar Restaurant has created "Fling Before the Ring" party packages.
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MD DC and VA
Pre-wedding pampering
Here's a new spot for pre-wedding primping. Hela Spa in Chevy Chase (Hela is Swedish for "to make whole"), has a wide array of services.
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Atlanta
Tapas and tango
If you or your guests need a little practice getting down on the dance floor, check out Pura Vida, a warm and vibrant tapas and wine bar in Atlanta.
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Boston
Special treatment
As part of her bachelorette party activities over the weekend, my bride-to-be sister and I got to experience first hand the sheer and utter bliss that is a full-body massage. She's been a bit frazzled with wedding preparations lately that a half-hour of such complete relaxation left her body restored and her shoulders knot-free!
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Houston
Green getaway
I love the idea of taking a relaxing getaway with your bridesmaids, avoiding a booze-fueled evening of debauchery in favor of some spa time. The Crossings, a resort in Austin, has a wonderful package (The Green Bridal Party) that sounds just amazing for a girls weekend.
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Atlanta
Bring the party home
I'm a huge fan of steering clear of the traditional night-on-the-town bachelorette party in favor of something a bit more low-key. So I obviously love the idea of combining a day at the spa with a girls' night in—and that's exactly what Spa Parties Atlanta offers.
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Boston
Pamper your bridesmaids
A day at the spa is a great way to bond with your bridesmaids before your wedding, and no doubt your girls will appreciate it! SalonCapri, a salon/spa in Newton Highlands, is offering a new pre-wedding package that pampers the skin, hair, and nails.
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Atlanta
Cute cups
I thought these cups from Georgia-based company Mud Pie were so cute and great for a bridal shower.
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Houston
Brew crew
Beer enthusiasts will love the Saint Arnold Brewing Company in Houston. Saint Arnold is the oldest craft brewer in Texas, and they currently offer ten different kinds of beer.
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Boston
Kick off your night right
If you are looking for a fabulous restaurant to begin your evening for a bachelorette party, try Fire + Ice. The food is absolutely delicious and you have complete control over the ingredients—perfect for picky bridesmaids.
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Houston
Getting creative
Arts and crafts aren't just for kids' parties! The Mad Potter, with three locations in Houston, is a great place for a bridal shower or a place to start a bachelorette party.
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Fishing cruise
Here's a unique bachelor party idea: send the guys fishing on the Chesapeake Bay aboard a chartered boat.
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MD, DC and VA
Towel-icious!
Yes, this may look like a sweet strawberry cupcake, but—can you believe it—it's actually a towel! I was just as shocked as you probably are when I came across CocoPastry, an Etsy seller from Washington, D.C. that creates towels that are rolled up in the shape of desserts.
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Atlanta
Jewelry party
I love when bridesmaids wear big, bold jewelry with their dresses, so I was naturally drawn to the pieces by Atlanta-based jewelry designer Tiffany Christine.
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Atlanta
Giving back
Looking to use your wedding as an opportunity to give back? Have your reception or rehearsal dinner in a location that's not only a beautiful event space, but also helps the local community.
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MD, DC and VA
Intimate rehearsal dinner
Finding a spot for a rehearsal dinner can be almost as difficult as finding a venue for your actual wedding. Mrs. K's Restaurant in Silver Spring recently underwent a renovation and added a new wine cellar to their space offerings—it makes a really unique, intimate venue for rehearsal dinners.
