Looking for the perfect bridal shower inspiration? Valentine’s Day is pretty much the perfect fit! I mean, think about it: it’s a holiday completely dedicated to all things love and romance.
Hosting a Valentine’s Day-inspired bridal shower offers endless opportunities to infuse the event with heartfelt touches, stunning decor, and a playful spirit that makes guests feel the love in the air. Whether you’re planning a cozy gathering or a chic soiree, this theme sets the stage for a truly unforgettable celebration.
We’ve got you covered with everything you need to throw the perfect V-Day-inspired shower — just keep reading!
Kiss the Bride
Celebrate the bride-to-be with this playful and romantic theme! This shower is all about love, laughter, and fun, featuring vibrant shades of pink and red, heartwarming decor, and sweet treats that make everyone pucker up with delight. It’s the perfect way to toast the bride in style!
How to do it:
- Invitations: Start with these adorable, lip-studded invites to get everyone excited to “Kiss the Miss” goodbye!
- Decor: Incorporate puckering lip motifs and heart-shaped balloons throughout the space.
- Food: A kiss-themed bridal shower is the perfect setting for bite-sized morsels. Think mini sliders, deviled eggs, and coconut shrimp. And yes, of course we’ve got your on-theme plates picked out.
- Drinks: An Aperol spritz is the perfect red-hued cocktail, and you can serve it up in a perfectly pink plastic wine glass (complete with a kiss straw, of course).
- Games: Fill a candy jar with Hershey Kisses, and ask the guests to guess how many there are. Have them write their guesses on these notecards to stay on theme. Whoever guesses the closest without going over can take home a moisturizing lip gloss.
Sweetheart Soiree
Whisk the bride into a whimsical world of pastels, conversation hearts, and all things sweet. This charming theme captures the lighthearted joy of Valentine’s Day with candy-colored decor, delightful desserts, and a warm, festive atmosphere where love is truly in the air.
How to do it:
- Invitations: Kick off the festivities with these on-theme conversation heart invites that are the ultimate reminder that love is in the air!
- Decor: Set the table with pastel linens and florals, and hang conversation heart banners around a DIY candy bar set up for guests. Place a variety of candies in oversized jars, and set out cellophane bags and scoopers for guests to fill up as they please.
- Food: Set out heart-shaped tea sandwiches (use a cookie cutter to make the job super easy) and set up a fully stocked, heart-shaped charcuterie board complete with meats, cheeses, and plenty of fruit.
- Drinks: Have guests sip on pink lemonade that they can keep as-is or add a splash of spirits. Serve your party drinks in these cute conversation heart-inspired cups to to it all together.
- Games: Play this fun twist on bingo with your guests! Each dice roll corresponds to a different heart color — once someone has all their hearts covered, they win!
Champagne and Chocolate
Indulge in a luxurious celebration that combines the best of romance and decadence. This theme is all about sophistication, with elegant gold accents, decadent chocolate treats, and bubbly champagne to toast the bride-to-be in glamorous fashion.
How to do it:
- Invitations: These understated, luxe invites feature gold and brown hues that will be reflected throughout your entire party when it’s time to celebrate.
- Decor: Stick with a simple but luxurious color palette of browns, creams, and hints of gold, and use champagne buckets in place of vases for an impressive floral presentation.
- Food: Serve up finger foods that guests can dip in chocolate fondue, like apple slices, strawberries, and marshmallows. Just make sure to set out some savory options too — you can’t go wrong with mini quiches!
- Drinks: Serve champagne, obviously! Set up a bubbly bar complete with fun mixers and garnishes.
- Games: Get your hands on a large assortment of Lindt chocolate truffles so you can host a delicious chocolate tasting challenge. Guests will love trying to guess the flavors while tasting them totally blindfolded!
A Parisian Love Affair
With this theme, transport your guests to the city of love. Featuring Eiffel Tower accents, French pastries, and elegant Parisian decor, this shower exudes romance and sophistication. It’s the perfect way to celebrate love, and la vie en rose with the bride-to-be!
How to do it:
- Invitations: Send out these perfectly Parisian invites so guests can prepare to be whisked away to the City of Lights!
- Decor: Transport guests to Paris with black, white, and blush pink tones. Use miniature Eiffel Towers as centerpieces, and drape tables with lace tablecloths for a classic Parisian look.
- Food: Go all in with French foods, like croissant sandwiches, macarons, and smoked salmon tarts. They’ll all look extra-sophisticated on these floral paper plates that would make Marie Antoinette proud.
- Drinks: Keep an assortment of French wines available for guests to pour (a no-drip spout will help prevent any spills), and set up a coffee station where they can enjoy a classic cafe au lait
- Games: Stick with traditional bridal shower games like “he said, she said” and “who knows the bride best,” with mini bottles of French perfume as the prizes for the lucky winners! Tie a bow onto the top of each bottle with a fancy ribbon to make the presentation extra special.
Great Valentine’s Day-inspired Themes
With plenty of great Valentine’s Day-inspired themes to choose from, you can rest assured that no matter what you decide, your guest of honor will be so happy with her bridal shower. To make planning even easier, don’t forget to share the couple’s registry details with guests. At RegistryFinder.com, you can quickly find and share all of their registries in one convenient place. Start planning a day filled with love and laughter while making gift-giving simple for everyone involved!
