If Rory Gilmore’s bridal shower was held at Luke’s Diner, I imagine it would go something like this. But Stars Hollow ain’t got nothing on bride Ashley’s picturesque hometown of Chatham, Ontario. Her bridesmaids picked the local William Street Cafe in the heart of the historic downtown district for her coffeeshop bridal shower with a harvest fall theme. The exposed brick walls and vintage neon signs at this classic coffeeshop made the perfect backdrops for photographer Nicole DeJoseph to snap a few portraits of the group. 
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A 70s-Style Wonderland Bridal Shower
I truly feel like I’ve fallen down a rabbit hole into this magical Wonderland bridal shower with a lot of 70s swing. Can I move in to this fabulous Scottsdale, Arizona, estate? I will settle for a chair by the pool with my name on it! Bride Elizabeth has her own clothing line, Revolution Rags, which donates ten percent of its profits to animal rescue (stylish and compassionate!). Elizabeth’s friends added touches of whimsy to the already out-of-this-world back garden by dotting the lush hedge with oversized playing cards and creating a photo backdrop with neon carnations. Guests enjoyed a gourmet lunch along with a stocked poolside bubbly bar and photographer Paul Yerrick was there to capture all the magic (both digitally and on film!). 
A Los Angeles Cappuccino and Poetry Bridal Shower
What’s the one thing a bridal shower absolutely must have? Personality. This casual backyard shower has just that, as the bride’s BFF Holland made sure to personalize the party with tons of bride Mahaley’s favorite things, like fresh green juices, her dogs and great cappuccino. Holland found a spectacular yoga retreat in Topanga Canyon, California, on Airbnb to avoid the crazy-high price tag of many event venues in LA. The setting couldn’t have been better for this relaxed and intimate shower. The spacious garden with its gorgeous fountain was the perfect spot for classic party games like pictionary and charades. As a special surprise, Holland found a traveling poet to write personal, beautiful stories for each guest on his vintage typewriter.
Photography: Sherri J. Photography | Venue: Airbnb | Flowers: Clementine Floral Works | Catering: Lyfe Kitchen | Fresh juices: Juice Served Here | Poet: Rent Poet | Coffee Bar: Cappuccino Man
A Midcentury Modern Garden Party Shower
The lush garden setting of Houston’s 5226 Elm was the perfect location for this garden party shower, with the industrial green walls serving as a bold backdrop to the stunning garden. The guests channeled a midcentury modern vibe with sun hats and headscarves as they sipped hibiscus margaritas and enjoyed a few sweet treats. With a bar cart stocked with fresh flowers, the ladies went to work to create bouquets that reflected their own personal style. This relaxed, sunshine-filled fete captured by Ashley Eubanks Photography has us longing for warmer days on the way.
Photography: Ashley Eubanks Photography with Kayla Justine Photography | Styling + Coordination: Fine-Tooth Comb Weddings | Venue: 5226 Elm | Dessert Plates and Candy Dishes: Crate and Barrel | Printed Candy Tray: Ikea | Flowers: Central Market + Whole Foods | Gift Wrap: Paper Source | Cake: Nothing Bundt Cakes | Marshmallows: Petite Sweets | Dessert Cart: DIY Ikea
A Pastel Garden Boudoir Bridal Shower
A little bit boudoir, a little bit garden party, this bridal shower is all-the-way stunning. The bride and her maids took an afternoon to relax on the beautiful grounds of The Condor’s Nest in Southern California. Though brides choose to do boudoir sessions for a lot of different reasons, the idea behind this party was very much about being comfortable and relaxed with your best friends. All the girls wore soft pastel tulle skirts, comfy cotton corsets and delicate flower crowns. The ladies gathered in the greenhouse for macaroons and champagne, which they then took out to the pool’s tiki bar for some time in the sun.
Photography: Betsy Blue Photography | Venue: The Condor’s Nest Ranch | Macaroons: Sweetsalt Bakery | Makeup: Classy on a Budget | Corsets: American Eagle, Forever 21 | Skirts: Etsy (similar here)
Pink Bridal Shower Inspiration Board
I know some of my ladies out there just can’t get enough pink, so this inspiration board is for you. Just be sure not to drift into baby shower territory though! Keep your shower on the adult side with one of these two tricks: 1) Pair pink with metallic gold and glitter accents to add grown-up sparkle and shine, or 2) Rather than bubblegum pink, choose a hot pink or fuchsia to keep the look fresh and fun (just like you). For more inspiration, check out our Pink Bridal Shower board on Pinterest.
Image credits: Pink fringe photo booth, chevron treat bag, tulip table setting, pink sequin table setting, pink glitter champagne glass, rose feature wall, grapefruit cocktail, red velvet pancakes, umbrella shower decor, shower game and straws
A Love is Sweet Bridal Shower
The centerpiece for this gorgeous Love is Sweet bridal shower was a statement ombre pink wall featuring gold-rimmed vintage china and the custom tagline for the day: “Moodie in Love,” based on bride-to-be Diba’s new last name. The candy-pink wall was the perfect backdrop for a decadent sweets bar, including an ice cream cone station and plenty of soothing herbal teas to go along with. Photographer, event designer and friend of the bride Tiffany Lue-Yen recruited the help of the bridesmaids to collect and paint bottles and hang a wall of streamers for even more of a visual pop. These simple touches were inexpensive, but made a huge impact on the space. The resulting vibe is warm and invitingly homemade with a stylish vintage flair. 
Photography and event design: Tiffany Lue-Yen | Signs, labels & cupcake toppers: Toppin Designz | Candy jars: Melanie Miller | Catering and desserts: Siri Brown-Saunders