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Non-Traditional Bachelorette Party Ideas

June 28, 2017 Shaina Diaz
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Last year, I wrote a post called Wedding Planning for Bridesmaids.  I'm adding to the list of topics I talked about in that post, but today I'll only be focusing on the planning of the bachelorette party (usually one of the most fun parts of being a bridesmaid)!  While there are plenty of brides-to-be who want a night out with her best girls to celebrate, there are many more who don't want to go the traditional route when it comes to the bachelorette party.  After seeing many brides-to-be stray off the traditional route, I've rounded up some fun alternative ideas which I'm so excited to be sharing with you today!

1. Spa Day
A calm and relaxing day at a luxurious spa is perfect for any bride-to-be who is the opposite of a party girl.  Facials, mani-pedis and massages with her favorite ladies may be just what she needs to de-stress and unwind from the months of wedding planning she's been through!   

2. Creative Classes
If the bride-to-be wants her bachelorette party to have a tad more excitement, find some creative classes that are offered the night you're planning the party for.  A paint night is always fun for people of all creative skill levels.  My friend Alicia, the incredibly talented artist behind Art Simplicated, offers Sip & Paint events.  She brings the art supplies, you bring your favorite bottle of wine and it's a party!  A jewelry making class would also be fun for the DIY bride; she might even make her wedding day jewelry!  Search for local artists who may offer small classes or events.  Not only are you supporting a small business, but you'll also learn a new skill too! 

3. Broadway Show
Who doesn't love a good Broadway show?  Whether it's a musical, a play or something more dramatic, the talented actors of Broadway will always pull their audience away from the real world and bring them into the story.

4. A Night Away in New York City
My bridesmaids held my bachelorette party in the Big Apple and I absolutely loved it!  If you don't live close to New York and you care to travel there for the party, consider doing an overnight stay in a city that's more local to you!  Each city is unique and has plenty to offer when it comes to dining and entertainment, which brings me to my next suggestion... 

5. Destination Bachelorette Party
Charleston, Boston, Mexico, New Orleans, Los Angeles, Hawaii... the options are endless if you're planning a destination bachelorette party!  This may be the most expensive idea on this list, so (like any other idea) be sure all the bridesmaids are financially prepared for a destination party.

6. Concert
This one may take some extra research and planning, but will always be worth it!  Does the bride-to-be have a favorite band or musician?  Check out their tour dates to see if they line up within the timeframe of her engagement, even if it means having the bachelorette party a little earlier than normal during the wedding planning timeline.  

What are some other non-traditional bachelorette party ideas you've seen or done?  Comment below with your recommendations!

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Hello there! I'm Shaina, a wedding and boudoir photographer based in Fairfield County, Connecticut, capturing love and life stories one photo at a time.  I have a natural light photography studio where I have the pleasure of meeting my fabulous clients and hosting my boudoir sessions.  This is my little corner of the world where I love to share my work, wedding planning inspiration, as well as my life adventures as a photographer!  Get comfy, grab a coffee and enjoy viewing my latest work and wedding planning advice.  I'm thrilled you stopped by!  Let's chat!

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Glowy light paired with a fantastic couple makes for some amazing wedding portraits.  Add in a coastal ceremony and you have a recipe for some of my favorite weddings!⠀
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I'm loving this neutral bridal bouquet from @flowersbydaniellellc!  White roses and silver dollar eucalyptus?  Yes please!  #shainaleebride #shainaleeweddings ⠀
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I just loooooove the vintage vibes that Amanda was giving off during her bridal boudoir session!! I really like how @bellenoellebeauty perfected this look with soft curls and a pop of lip color!  #shainaleebeauty ⠀
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Tomorrow is Friday, so I'm walking into the weekend with the same smile that these two have on their faces! ⠀
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Yale University has quickly become one of my favorite places for engagement and wedding day portraits!  Back in October, my dream came true as I worked with a fabulous team of lovely ladies in New Haven, Connecticut who brought this @yale elopement to life!  I had beautiful florals, a stunning lace dress and an amazing couple to photograph.  It was a perfect fall day for portraits on a beautiful campus.  Our efforts that day paid off, and I am so excited to have our work featured on @letsbeetogether!  Today I'm sharing a recap of our feature on the blog! {Link in profile}  #shainaleecouples ⠀
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I arrived back home from Florida yesterday feeling refreshed and especially ready for the start of wedding season!  I'm spending some time this week prepping the studio for a few upcoming client meetings and I couldn't be more excited!  #shainaleecouples #shainaleebride ⠀
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•BLOG POST•  Back in February, I worked with @kwalsh725 of Kelli & Company, a boutique graphic design company based in Bedford, New York.  Kelli's experience as a graphic designer is quite impressive; she's worked with large television networks such as WE tv and the History Channel in addition to designing beautiful stationery for weddings and events!  Her wedding invitation suites especially caught my eye, and I just knew I had to share Kelli's lovely work with my readers.  I am so excited to be introducing Kelli to you all on the blog today! {Link in profile}⠀
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Gearing up for a season of celebrating some fantastic couples and their beautiful love stories. To say I’m excited for our wedding season to begin would be an understatement!⠀
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BOUDOIR INSPIRATION

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LOVE NOTES

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  "On our big day, Shaina and Arturo were a phenomenal team.  I'm a little camera shy, but they made my husband and I feel very comfortable. They gave us guidance along the way, but the poses still felt natural and true to ourselves. The photos came out magnificent! They captured our love and happiness perfectly. As I look through all the photos, I instantly start grinning as I reminisce on the most amazing day of our lives!  I am so thankful to Shaina and Arturo for their hard work and skill!"  — Lisa & Matt

"On our big day, Shaina and Arturo were a phenomenal team.  I'm a little camera shy, but they made my husband and I feel very comfortable. They gave us guidance along the way, but the poses still felt natural and true to ourselves. The photos came out magnificent! They captured our love and happiness perfectly. As I look through all the photos, I instantly start grinning as I reminisce on the most amazing day of our lives!  I am so thankful to Shaina and Arturo for their hard work and skill!"
— Lisa & Matt

  "The first picture Shaina took, she showed me on her camera.  I couldn't believe it was me.  She has talent of bringing out your best features and inner beauty.  I was floored.  We took a series of photos with different outfits and poses. I loved all of my pictures!"  — Jasmine

"The first picture Shaina took, she showed me on her camera.  I couldn't believe it was me.  She has talent of bringing out your best features and inner beauty.  I was floored.  We took a series of photos with different outfits and poses. I loved all of my pictures!"
— Jasmine

  "Neither of us had ever felt comfortable in front of a camera before being photographed by Shaina.  Both she and Arturo are so kind, fun, and knowledgeable that they quickly put us both at ease.  The session was relaxed and fun, which allowed for photos that captured both our personalities.  When we saw our gorgeous pictures we were amazed at how we loved every single one - that has never happened to us before!"    — Emelia & Jon

"Neither of us had ever felt comfortable in front of a camera before being photographed by Shaina.  Both she and Arturo are so kind, fun, and knowledgeable that they quickly put us both at ease.  The session was relaxed and fun, which allowed for photos that captured both our personalities.  When we saw our gorgeous pictures we were amazed at how we loved every single one - that has never happened to us before!" 
— Emelia & Jon

 "I decided to do a boudoir shoot as a wedding gift for my husband.  I did some research and was pretty hesitant since a lot of the options I found were a little cheesy, but then I found Shaina and booked her immediately!  Her photos are tasteful and beautiful, and doing the shoot was so much fun.  She puts you so at ease and I had a great time doing it.  Besides the fun I had, my husband absolutely LOVED the album and I think it's something he'll cherish for years.  Such a great gift idea and so worth it." — Erin

"I decided to do a boudoir shoot as a wedding gift for my husband.  I did some research and was pretty hesitant since a lot of the options I found were a little cheesy, but then I found Shaina and booked her immediately!  Her photos are tasteful and beautiful, and doing the shoot was so much fun.  She puts you so at ease and I had a great time doing it.  Besides the fun I had, my husband absolutely LOVED the album and I think it's something he'll cherish for years.  Such a great gift idea and so worth it."
— Erin

  "Shaina not only met our expectations but she far surpassed them.  Her talent is undeniable but it's also her ability to connect with her clients.  By Shaina taking the time to get to know her clients and their story not only personalizes your experience with her but allows you to feel comfortable around her and that completely translates into your photos.  I still swoon when I look at our photos. You cannot go wrong with Shaina and Arturo behind the lens!"  — Nika & Javier

"Shaina not only met our expectations but she far surpassed them.  Her talent is undeniable but it's also her ability to connect with her clients.  By Shaina taking the time to get to know her clients and their story not only personalizes your experience with her but allows you to feel comfortable around her and that completely translates into your photos.  I still swoon when I look at our photos. You cannot go wrong with Shaina and Arturo behind the lens!"
— Nika & Javier

  "Shaina and Arturo make photo sessions fun, relaxed and exciting!!  Shaina is so talented and her beautiful spirit shines through in each photo. My fiancé and I are forever grateful for their beautiful work.  Above and beyond in each and every way!"  — Alexa & Peter

"Shaina and Arturo make photo sessions fun, relaxed and exciting!!  Shaina is so talented and her beautiful spirit shines through in each photo. My fiancé and I are forever grateful for their beautiful work.  Above and beyond in each and every way!"
— Alexa & Peter

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Glowy light paired with a fantastic couple makes for some amazing wedding portraits.  Add in a coastal ceremony and you have a recipe for some of my favorite weddings!⠀
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I'm loving this neutral bridal bouquet from @flowersbydaniellellc!  White roses and silver dollar eucalyptus?  Yes please!  #shainaleebride #shainaleeweddings ⠀
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I just loooooove the vintage vibes that Amanda was giving off during her bridal boudoir session!! I really like how @bellenoellebeauty perfected this look with soft curls and a pop of lip color!  #shainaleebeauty ⠀
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Tomorrow is Friday, so I'm walking into the weekend with the same smile that these two have on their faces! ⠀
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Yale University has quickly become one of my favorite places for engagement and wedding day portraits!  Back in October, my dream came true as I worked with a fabulous team of lovely ladies in New Haven, Connecticut who brought this @yale elopement to life!  I had beautiful florals, a stunning lace dress and an amazing couple to photograph.  It was a perfect fall day for portraits on a beautiful campus.  Our efforts that day paid off, and I am so excited to have our work featured on @letsbeetogether!  Today I'm sharing a recap of our feature on the blog! {Link in profile}  #shainaleecouples ⠀
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Photography: @shainaleephoto ⠀
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Dress: @gypsybride ⠀
Florals: @fizzandfleurs ⠀
Ceremony Installation: @studiostrata ⠀
Cake: @cakeloreco ⠀
Rentals: @gatherandlounge ⠀
Stationery: @thisdelightfuldesign ⠀
Couple: @_leeeshhha & @a_wheelr ⠀
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I arrived back home from Florida yesterday feeling refreshed and especially ready for the start of wedding season!  I'm spending some time this week prepping the studio for a few upcoming client meetings and I couldn't be more excited!  #shainaleecouples #shainaleebride ⠀
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•BLOG POST•  Back in February, I worked with @kwalsh725 of Kelli & Company, a boutique graphic design company based in Bedford, New York.  Kelli's experience as a graphic designer is quite impressive; she's worked with large television networks such as WE tv and the History Channel in addition to designing beautiful stationery for weddings and events!  Her wedding invitation suites especially caught my eye, and I just knew I had to share Kelli's lovely work with my readers.  I am so excited to be introducing Kelli to you all on the blog today! {Link in profile}⠀
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Gearing up for a season of celebrating some fantastic couples and their beautiful love stories. To say I’m excited for our wedding season to begin would be an understatement!⠀
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Saturday morning vibes.  What are you all up to this weekend?  #shainaleebeauty ⠀
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This rainy day couldn't wipe away the smiles of these two sweethearts!  Believe it or not, some of my favorite weddings I've ever photographed have had rain. ⠀
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Hair: @stylesbyallyssa ⠀
Dress: @moniquelhuillier from @bellabridesmaids in Westport, CT⠀
Florals: @flowersbydaniellellc ⠀
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Shaina & Arturo Diaz are full service wedding and engagement photographers.  With a boudoir photography studio based in Bridgeport, Connecticut, they serve the New York City and New England areas. Shaina and Arturo are available for destination weddings and travel worldwide.

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