A bridal shower is probably the last party of the bride-to-be while still single. This is usually fun and planned by the maid of honor with the help of other bridesmaids. Regardless of how big or small the party is, the host of it can get very creative and imaginative. One fun way is to encourage everyone to dress up according to the theme of the party. For the maid of honor and bridesmaids, since they are the hosts of the party, must coordinate and plan in advance on what theme to use and what dress code that everyone must wear, including them.

Here is the step-by-step process in planning the bridal party attire:

Choose a theme – bridal showers nowadays are usually theme-based. There are so many themes to choose from, but what is best is the theme that reflects the personality of the bride-to-be. This will help you girls to arrive with the right bridal shower supplies for the party. The theme you have chosen can make choosing decorations, favors, games, and of course party outfits much easier. Some of the most popular bridal shower themes include Slumber, Beach, Kitchen, Afternoon Tea, Sports, and Craft or DIY theme.

Choose a color – decide what color of outfits that everyone must wear. There are so many colors to choose from. The bride-to-be may wear a black shirt that symbolizes the end of her single life. Just make sure that she will wear an outfit in a color different from yours. For example, if all you bridesmaids have decided to wear pink t-shirts, the bride-to-be should be different, like she can wear a white t-shirt, or a black one. The choices are endless, but it's up to all of you on what is best to be agreed upon, since you will be sharing different ideas and suggestions that will then be decided by everyone.

Make or purchase – bridal party outfits can either be handmade or store-buy. Do-it-yourself party shirts are actually pretty easy to make. All you need to do is to be creative. Buy t-shirts or any tops you've all decided to wear and iron on a patch to them. There are lots of iron-on patches to choose from, and you can even find custom ones that are perfect for bridesmaids and maid of honor shirts. However if you prefer to buy custom-made shirts, there are lots of online stores that offer a wide variety of bridal party shirts that can be customized with just anything you desire. There are tank tops that feature titles like “Bridesmaid” and “Maid of Honor.”

Personalized shirts can be given as gifts for bridesmaid and maid of honor. They can be given as gifts for the bride as well. These bridal apparel can create a lot of fun in a bridal shower, making the event more special and memorable not only to the bride, but also to everyone involved.

The next thing you need to think about is the budget. Today, setting a budget for every detail of your bridal party is very important. Your bridal party is probably the most expensive event that you will be hosting all your life.