| Bridesmaids can mean a lot to a bride. They help | | | | attendant her pearl bridesmaid jewelry in a |
| her with the fun stuff, like wedding gown | | | | monogrammed makeup bag. |
| shopping, the tedious tasks like stuffing gift bags, | | | | Active women could spend a pleasurable |
| and the emotional moments, like when her mom | | | | afternoon on a scenic hike or cycling trip. Or, to |
| is driving her crazy. It is great to take some time | | | | ease those pre-wedding nerves, try a private |
| away from wedding activities, and just go do | | | | yoga session just for you and your bridesmaids. |
| something fun with your bridesmaids. | | | | It doesn't matter if everyone has experience in |
| You can get your girls together for an afternoon, | | | | practicing yoga - it's okay if someone tips over |
| or even a weekend away. In addition to planning a | | | | during their downward facing dog! |
| group activity for all of your bridesmaids, find | | | | If you prefer a more relaxed pace, go for a |
| time to spend alone with your maid of honor. | | | | tasting tour in wine country. No vineyards |
| Presumably you chose her to be your honor | | | | convenient to you? Find a wine tasting class at a |
| attendant because the two of you have a special | | | | local wine shop instead. If your bridesmaids love |
| friendship; take time to strengthen that bond. It | | | | fine cuisine, a private cooking lesson would be a |
| can be too easy to get wrapped up in planning a | | | | blast. There is something about sharing good food |
| wedding and forget that your friends have lives | | | | that always brings people closer together. |
| and interests outside of your nuptials. | | | | A weekend trip would be another fun way to |
| Enjoyable activities do not have to be elaborate. | | | | spend time with your bridesmaids. Renting a |
| It would be great just to get all of your | | | | beach house is one idea; a trip to a city like New |
| bridesmaids together for dinner in a new | | | | York or Las Vegas would also make a |
| restaurant or a night out on the town. Plan | | | | memorable vacation. Just be sure that this idea |
| something that you think all of your attendants | | | | would be affordable for your attendants. If half of |
| will enjoy. If your friends love the theater, check | | | | your bridesmaids are grad students, for instance, |
| out a hit play together. Or maybe a concert is | | | | a big trip might be out of reach for them. If you |
| more your style. | | | | know that all of your bridesmaids can afford and |
| Anything that involves pampering is a good idea. | | | | would enjoy splurging on a weekend away with |
| Women always seem to bond in a beauty salon | | | | the girls, then by all means, go for it! |
| or spa. There are places that can host pedicure | | | | The time you spend just relaxing and having fun |
| parties, complete with Champagne or | | | | with your bridesmaids will be time well spent. It is |
| Cosmopolitans, which is fun and frivolous. It would | | | | a great idea to take a break from the stress of |
| be a great time to give your attendants the gifts | | | | wedding planning, and focus on enjoying yourself |
| that you have selected for them. If you have not | | | | with your friends. You will feel refreshed, and |
| decided on a gift yet, pearl bridesmaid jewelry is | | | | your attendants will see that you still love them |
| always beautiful and classic. For an added touch, | | | | as friends, not just as bridesmaids. |
| and in keeping with the spa theme, give each | | | | |