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Bacheloretiquette - The
Guide to Bachelorette Party and Bachelor Party Planning February 2006 - Last year my company helped with planning over 20,000 bachelor and bachelorette parties. A few questions frequently came up and I thought it would be helpful to discuss the top five bachelor(ette) issues that many wonder about: 1) Who pays for the bachelor(ette) party? Many bridesmaids, maid-of-honor, best man, and groomsmen have emailed me and have asked if they have to pay for the whole bachelor(ette) party themselves if they are planning the pre-wedding party. The tradition is no. Usually everyone who attends the party is supposed to help pay for the bride-to-be or groom-to-be. It is not common for someone to have to cover the bill unless they are very generous. Since everyone is participating, everyone should help split the bill for the bachelor(ette). It is also helpful for the person(s) planning the pre-wedding party to ask everyone for money in advance since I have seen many get stuck with the majority of the bill if they wait until the party or after the party. My suggestion is to plan ahead and get everyone's email and phone number in advance so you can contact them about the amount as well as when you would like that amount by. It's the least the party-goers can do for those who are taking their time planning the event. 2) Do I have to purchase a gift for the bachelor(ette)? It is customary to purchase a gift for the bridal shower but not for the bachelorette party or bachelor party. The bachelor(ette)'s "gift" is his/her party and everyone chipping in to pay for his/her memorable time. There is no need to purchase a gift. However, many do purchase party supplies, favors, and gag gifts for the event which can be found in local stores or on the internet by typing the words "bachelorette party" or "bachelor party". Again, everyone should chip in if supplies, decorations or gag gifts are going to be purchased and a budget should be formed to know how much everyone wants to spend on supplies. The common amount is around $45-$65 all together which comes out at an average of $5-$10 each. Again, the planner of the pre-wedding party should ask for those going to chip in early before the event. 3) How do I plan a bachelor(ette) party for those who are younger than 21? Many times there are some friends or family who fall into the under 21 range. I feel it is very important not to leave anyone who wants to go out of the pre-wedding party. A way to front this issue is to make the bachelorette party or bachelor party a two event night. The first part of the night would be for dinner with all the guys and/or girls at one of the bride's or groom's favorite restaurants. After the dinner is over, those who are under 21 can complete the night with the others going out on the town to bars or clubs. Another way is to do activities that do not have an age limit including going to see a play, concert, play golf, spa, home party or weekend getaway. 4) What should the bachelorette party be about? The big question is, "What does the bachelor ette) want to do for his/her party?" There are so many times when the bridesmaids or groomsmen want to plan a crazy night out when the bachelor(ette) does not want to get crazy. The important thing to remember about the party is that it is for the bachelor(ette) and not as much for his/her friends. It is absolutely okay to ask the bachelor ette) what they want to do for their party. If you are still into surprising them, get a general idea and keep the rest of the evening a surprise but still appropriate for what they want to do. There have been way too many parties where the bachelor (ette) is upset by the end of the night because of what his/her friends planned when all they wanted to do is hang out with their friends at a place they enjoy. Remember to plan for the bride-to-be and groom-to-be's personality. 5) Does there have to be a bachelor(ette) party? A majority of the brides and grooms do have a pre-wedding party besides the bridal shower but it is absolutely okay to not have a bachelor or bachelorette party. Many who get married for the second time do not have bachelor(ette) parties. Some make the wedding shower a couple's event and have everyone attend without having a bachelor(ette) party. I went to a combined bachelor party and bachelorette party in Las Vegas where it was a fun couples weekend with everyone always staying together and just having a great time without the traditional "Girl's Night Out" or "Last Night Out" agenda. Any way you plan, the most important rule is to have a fun and safe time with lots of memories. The pre- wedding parties are a great way for everyone who is involved in the wedding to meet. The parties should be as stress free as possible since it is all about having a great time with some great friends. Bachelorette Party:
Multicultural Product Awareness January 2006 - It seems that the bachelorette party product companies are finally getting smart on creating non-white products for the bachelorettes to choose from when shopping for their bachelorette party. Within the last year, there has been much more awareness to create items that are of the male or female anatomy in colors such as brown and black as well as the pictures on the packaging which have Hispanic, Black, and Asian women/bachelorettes on them. "I feel that the bachelorette party industry is way behind the wedding industry who is more sensitive to designing ads, products and accessories for women-of-color," states Michael Lasky, President of www.bachelorettepartyfun.com, the largest bachelorette party portal and supply company on the Internet. Mr. Lasky goes on to state that, "We purchase every item we can that is non-white so women have a choice of what type of products they want to select that are culturally sensitive." With over 2.5 million weddings a year and over 40 Billion spent per year on weddings, it would make sense even from a financial point of view for suppliers to take into consideration race and culture in creating their wedding related items! From a societal point of view, it is sad that our world is not more sensitive to multicultural issues and has only touched the surface of being more aware. As for the bachelorette party market, only a handful of vendors are now creating packaging, products and marketing materials that represent the new era of sensitivity. Hopefully we will see this change over time! Top Bachelorette Party
Games February 2006 - Planning the Bachelorette Party does not have to be expensive to have a great time. Below I have listed some of the top games that can be created by the bachelorette party planner as to save money while still having a memorable time. It is important to take the bachelorette's comfort level into consideration before planning each game so you don't make her feel uncomfortable for her own bachelorette party. It is also important to take into consideration where you are having the party since you may not have an audience of strangers if you are at a home party which would change the type of games that you play. The top five bachelorette party games are as follows: 1) 'Lick for a Buck' T-Shirt - A Bachelorette Standard! All you need is a white t-shirt for the bachelorette and some lifesavers. Take a little water and stick them all over the shirt as well as writing the statement "Lick for a Buck". Have the bachelorette wear the shirt out and collect the money from each man who licks off a lifesaver! 2) Scavenger Hunt Game - Another bachelorette party game standard is the Scavenger Hunt. Send the bride- to-be on a scavenger hunt to come back with items that she finds from people at the bar or restaurant as well as dares. Some of the top ideas include:
3) Mardi Gras Madness - Have the bachelorette showered in Mardi Gras Beads and ask the men to take off their shirts for a strand of beads. A great way to give those men some of their own medicine! 4) Funniest Story of the Bachelorette - Have everyone tell a story about the bachelorette and see who has the juiciest story. It is also fun to play where girls make stories up and the girls have to guess if it is a true one or not! 5) 10 Questions about how well you know the Bride/Groom - Have the maid of honor select many tough questions about the bride and groom (created before the party) and see how many girls can get them right! The most important point about the bachelorette party is to have a great time no matter what games you play or where you go. While at the bachelorette party, always make sure the games are planned for the bachelorette's temperament as not to make her feel uncomfortable at her own party. Have a great time! Wed,
04/25/2007 - 6:39am by PopSugar LOS ANGELES (Hollywood Reporter) - "Talladega Nights" actress Leslie Bibb is attached to star in "The Bachelorette Party," a romantic comedy in the vein of "Wedding Crashers." The project, from rookie scribe Matt Olson, is set up at Fox-based Regency Enterprises. Bibb also has landed a role as a fast-talking reporter in Marvel Studios' "Iron Man," joining Robert Downey Jr., Terrence Howard and Gwyneth Paltrow. Jon Favreau is directing. Bibb's
credits include the summer comedy hit "Talladega Nights: The
Ballad of Ricky Bobby" and the indie "Wristcutters: A Love
Story." She broke through in the WB sitcom "Popular." Regency
plans 'Party' for Bibb Regency Enterprises has acquired the comedy spec "The Bachelorette Party" as a starring vehicle for Leslie Bibb. Hal Lieberman is producing the project, which was penned by Matt Olson. Bibb also has landed a role in Marvel Studios' "Iron Man." "Bachelorette Party," a romantic comedy in the vein of 'Wedding Crashers,' marks Olson's first script sale. Adam Schroeder is shepherding the project for Regency. In "Iron Man," Bibb joins Robert Downey Jr., Terrence Howard and Gwyneth Paltrow in the Jon Favreau-helmed comic book adaptation. She will play a fast-talking reporter. Bibb's credits include the summer comedy hit "Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby" and the indie "Wristcutters: A Love Story." Her upcoming credits include Lakeshore Entertainment's "Midnight Meat Train." |
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