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Events leading up to a wedding give the bride-to-be opportunities to spend time with a variety of friends and family. The large number of people a bride may have to interact with, though, can also mean less time spent with close family members and the special moments that only a family can share as part of the overall wedding experience. This is why a bridal shower brunch with intimate family and friends just before the bustle of the wedding day is a good idea.

Bridal shower brunch is an excellent and inexpensive way of bonding with close family members and letting them chip in ideas and suggestions about the wedding. The brunch usually takes place between 10 a.m. and noon, 2-3 days before the wedding.

First thing in hosting a bridal shower brunch is selecting a serene ambience for the brunch. This could be a banquet hall or a private section of a restaurant. Traditionally though, a bridal shower brunch is normally held at the bride’s home but any calm surrounding will normally do the trick. Decorations for the brunch should be stylish and preferably match to the color theme of the wedding, while reflecting the class and maturity of the bride.

It’s never a bad idea to get ideas from the bridal party, but overall the dcor, theme and colors selected should approach that of a wedding atmosphere. At the same time, the dress code can be set to semi-casual (with a touch of sophistication) to allow for a fun, relaxed atmosphere.

The meals and drinks should be in tandem with the theme of the bridal shower brunch and the wedding. If the couple will have the traditional white wedding, it is preferred you use white serving dishes and preferably white food like mini bagels with cream cheese ,white pizza and chicken salad. Alternatively, you can prepare home made dishes from the bride’s family recipe, recipes from close friends or just shop for the latest cook book and make them a delicious meal.

For exotic themed weddings, you might want to hire a chef who specializes in the exotic meals the wedding is based on. The trick, though, is to keep the meals light, so cheeses, salads and soups are best for such an occasion. Others include croissants and brioches, fruits like grapes and strawberries, vegetables like tomatoes and gourmet, among others.

When planning drinks, be sure to include non-alcoholic options (if alcohol will be used) and keep the offerings connected to the overall wedding theme. You really can’t go wrong with fruit punch, coffee, tea and soft drinks in terms of the non-alcoholic options, even if the brunch event is very formal or exotic.

Typically, the bride will also give out gifts to those who attend her brunch. These can be anything from gourmet chocolates and candies, a bottle of wine, flowers, gift cards or something home-made. At the end of the day, the purpose of a bridal shower brunch is to allow the bride to enjoy the company of her close family and friends without it being a financial or planning burden for her and those involved.

There’s a lot more than tips on bridal shower brunch ideas at BridalShowerMoments.com. Join Janine Moore and our other writers for ideas on bridal shower planning, decorating, centerpieces, activites and more.

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