How to Host a Spa Themed Bridal Shower

Throwing a spa-themed bridal shower can be a fun and relaxing way to celebrate a bride and her upcoming wedding. This also is an easy way for the bride and shower guests to enjoy some pre-wedding pampering.

Instructions

1. Choose a color theme for the shower. Cool shades of blue and green along with white can set a beautiful and calm tone for the shower. Stick to this color theme when selecting invitations and decorations for the shower.

2. Send invitations to all invited guests. Tell them to dress in comfortable clothes for spa treatments and to select gifts that relate to the spa theme. Select gifts from the bride's registry that go with the theme, or suggest gifts to pamper the bride, like gift certificates for salon and spa services.

3. Select a menu of light and healthy foods. Fruits, vegetables, dips, and gourmet appetizers work well for the spa themed shower. Compliment the healthy bites with delectable desserts. Herbal teas and mineral water make great beverages. If guests are over 21, serve mimosas, champagne or white wine.

4. Entertain guests with spa treatments. If budget allows, hire a spa or aesthetician to come to the location of the party and perform manicures, pedicures and mini massages. If money is a concern, purchase the tools for manicures and pedicures at a drug store, and set up areas for guests to pamper themselves.

5. Hand out spa-themed party favors when it comes time for guests to leave. Fill small bags or baskets with small lotions, massage oils, nail polish and lip glosses.