Bachelorette Party Trends for the New Millennium

 A bachelorette party is a long-lived tradition that provides girlfriends with the opportunity to celebrate the last single night of the bride-to-be. While bachelorette parties often have a reputation for being racy and out of control, there are a number of new trends arising that are changing the typical bachelorette party as we know it.

Healthy Rejuvenation

For the bride who doesn't want to end up with a massive hangover the next day, a healthy, refreshing retreat may be just what the doctor ordered. Instead of spending a night out on the town, complete with male strippers, a bridal party can take a limo to a secluded resort for a weekend of much-needed pampering and TLC.

Ideas include staying in a cabin or Bed and myrtle beach exotic dancers to enjoy wine tastings, hikes, and jogs on the beach. This is ideal for a bride on a diet hoping to fit into her wedding gown since the weekend can provide low-cal spa cuisine, relaxation, and special bonding time with friends.

Joint Couples Party

Today, a number of engaged couples that live together before the wedding choose to celebrate their pre-nuptial bash with one another, instead of separate. For this type of vacation, the Best Man and Maid of Honor can put their heads together to plan a destination weekend getaway to Vegas that will appeal to both sexes or even a fancy dinner and evening out on the town to fit within a smaller budget.

Couples who want to celebrate their bachelor and bachelorette parties together may also consider an in-house casino night. A casino company can be hired to set up tables at home or in a rented venue; the bridal party can gamble, drink, and play all night in a private location with a luxury limo ride home at the end of the evening.

Creative Classes

According to Bridal Guide, one rising trend in bachelorette party themes is taking a craft class as a group. Most ladies will enjoy this kind of hands-on activity to paint a painting or make a necklace or purse. Many local design studios and craft shops host private classes. A bachelorette party may be able to reserve a location for the evening to take a private class, while enjoying snacks and wine.

For a bachelorette party on a budget, the Maid of Honor or a bridesmaid can host the craft party in the comfort of their own home. There, the group can learn to knit, paint, or make another DIY project. Even better, consider making a project as a gift for the bride, like a homemade quilt with squares made by each bridesmaid that have a special meaning.