Bachelorette parties are usually a huge highlight of your summer if you have a few friends getting married. It’s the perfect reason for a girls weekend filled with all the things you crave on a regular basis. If you’re planning a bachelorette, things can get a little complicated when it comes to planning. That’s why Forkly has collected all the best recipes and decorations in one article. From champagne flutes to cocktails, we have found everything you need to throw the classiest bachelorette that skips the tacky decorations and dives into pools of champagne and sunshine.
Champagne is an obvious drink of choice for a bachelorette, but when you want to keep things really classy, taking it to the next level may be required.
Create a cotton candy champagne cocktail that looks as beautiful as the bride herself! Guess what the garnish is…cotton candy!
https://kirbiecravings.com/2016/07/cotton-candy-champagne-cocktails.html PHOTOS AND RECIPE BY: KIRBIE CRAVINGS
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One pretty little trend that isn’t going anywhere soon are the personalized bachelorette accessories! They look fantastic on the table and also are a wonderful little gift for everyone to take home.
You can not only use these glasses as wine glasses but also to create parfaits or cocktails depending on the time of day and the theme of your party.
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If there’s one thing we know about a crowd of ladies celebrating a bride, is that they want ALL the food RIGHT NOW. Because, why not?
This sweet and salty charcuterie board is an ideal snack to set out midday for people to snack on if you’ve had a big brunch and are waiting to go out for supper.
https://www.twopeasandtheirpod.com/sweet-salty-snack-board/ PHOTOS AND RECIPE BY: TWO PEAS AND THEIR POD
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No bachelorette is complete without some fun disposable tableware! No one wants to clean up after a fun weekend, so make it easy on yourselves with classy disposable plates that look as fabulous as the bride herself.
Set your table as you would with regular plates but use these plates to hold all the amazing appetizers and treats you and your girls have brought to the party.
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Cupcakes are a super Instagram-able food that you obviously want to have at the next bachelorette. Align it with the bachelorette theme by making the cupcake flavor Sangria!
Chop up some lovely, colorful fruits to add to the top of the cupcake and you can be sure your bride to be will not be disappointed!
https://thefirstyearblog.com/sangria-cupcakes/ PHOTOS AND RECIPE BY: THE FIRST YEAR BLOG
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Confetti balloons are one of those things that you just are looking for a reason to buy at any point in time! They’re simply gorgeous.
Set a bundle of these up at the entrance of your bachelorette location, or fill a room with them to surprise the bride! At the end of the night, you can use a pin to pop them and let the confetti fall!
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Jell-O shots are often served up in tacky plastic shot glasses and can be traced back to high school and college days where esthetics were not the priority.
This summer though, create a Jell-O shot that is so pretty you’ll want to Instagram it before eating. Not only does it look classy, but you’ll look classy eating it.
https://abeautifulmess.com/2016/06/pink-lemonade-jello-shots.html PHOTOS AND RECIPE BY: A BEAUTIFUL MESS
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Floaties are that trend that tends to be a little more expensive than we would like! Who wants to spend $50 on a floatie that is just going to pop at the end of the weekend?
These fruit floaties look beautiful in a swimming pool with their bright colors, while only costing $15 for three of them! It’s a reasonable enough price to get one for everyone.
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Need a little appetizer to wet your palate before supper? The classiest appetizers are often the easiest ones to make because the pairing of flavors is flawless.
These crostinis are no different. While they only have a few simple ingredients, when you bite into one you’ll realize how decadent and gourmet they really are.
https://www.twopeasandtheirpod.com/brie-apple-and-honey-crostini/ PHOTOS AND RECIPE BY: TWO PEAS AND THEIR POD
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Bachelorette parties are a time to simply have fun and celebrate one of your favorite people, right? Gold and silver temporary tattoos are seriously fun while still keeping it classy!
Take turns adding some temporary tattoos to your friends’ arms and backs for a fun activity to do while you chill by a swimming pool.
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Mimosas are simply essential for a bachelorette! Make it easy on yourself if you’re hosting and fun for the guests by setting up a mimosa bar where new flavors and creations can be made.
The best part is, you can customize the mimosa bar to the bride’s favorite fruits and champagnes, making her feel oh so special!
http://www.injessiland.com/2017/06/08/vintage-tropical-baby-shower/ PHOTOS AND RECIPE BY: IN JESSILAND
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Nothing looks less classy than white plastic picnic utensils! Why have utensils wreck your classy bachelorette party when you can get some lovely rose gold ones?
This box of utensils will have you covered for the entire weekend and then for the other bachelorettes, you need to go to later this summer.
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Did you know that some flowers are actually edible? You don’t have to just garnish your foods with flowers and then pick them off, they can actually taste amazing too!
Make your own donuts as a fun activity for your classy bachelorette weekend and don’t be afraid to get creative! Top off your donuts with flowers, sprinkles, chocolates, and candy.
http://themerrythought.com/recipes/floral-donuts-with-blood-orange-lemon-ginger-glaze/ PHOTOS AND RECIPE BY: THE MERRYTHOUGHT
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No bachelorette party is complete without some gold, silver or rose gold balloons with a sassy message or a classy one for that matter!
These rose gold balloons will take your bride’s breath away when she sees them all setup, really setting the tone for the rest of the party.
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Watermelons and rosé are two things that define summer in two simple words. When combined, they create the most refreshing summer drink you can imagine.
Use the emptied watermelons to be the display for this slushie beverage and martini glasses for individual servings. Garnish with some mint and a slice of watermelon.
https://www.howsweeteats.com/2017/06/watermelon-frose/ PHOTOS AND RECIPE BY: HOW SWEET EATS
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What is a bachelorette party without matching clothing?! It’s practically essential to have something to remember this classy weekend by, and hats are a great option.
A lot of groups will opt for personalized bathing suits, but this can be challenging with so many different body types and personalities. A hat is useful to everyone and one size typically fits all!
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You’re going to need to pull out your cookie cutters for this sweet treat! If you’re wanting to serve up a great morning snack, try these fruit spring rolls! Cut the fruit up using cookie cutters for fun shapes that you can see through the rice paper.
To add an even healthier twist, make the chocolate sauce dark chocolate so you and your girls can reap the benefits of those amazing antioxidants.
https://veganheaven.org/recipe/fruit-spring-rolls-vegan-glutenfree/ PHOTOS AND RECIPE BY: VEGAN HEAVEN
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Make your you look after that pretty face of yours and don’t have it covered in food with some deliciously pretty napkins!
They will tie in perfectly with the Bride-To-Be balloons while still getting the job done of keeping you clean throughout snacking and meals.
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Need a little something to snack on while getting a little boozy? These gummy bears taste like the candy you like but also have the alcohol you love.
Take out your phone and snap a cute photo of these gummy bears before you munch on them on their own, or add them to a glass of rosé!
http://www.forkly.com/recipes/rose-wine-gummy-bears-you-can-make-at-home/ PHOTOS AND RECIPE BY: FORKLY
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Doing dishes is never fun, but keeping everything cute and stylish is a must! Therefore, these gold glitter champagne flutes are the perfect option for your next bachelorette party.
You can line the rim of each glass with a little champagne and then dip them into edible glitter for the perfect garnish for your celebratory toast.
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Lindsay loves cooking fun and creative meals for friends and family. At home, you can find her trying out a new recipe found on Pinterest while trying to balance her husband's sweet tooth with her healthy eating habits. If she's not in the kitchen, you'll find Lindsay photographing people she loves and going out with friends to try the newest restaurant in her small town.