Tradition tells us that bachelorette parties typically happen (at the same time as the bachelor parties) during the weekend before the wedding. Often just days before the bride and groom say “I do”, it’s meant to be a celebration of the upcoming marriage. Although, as a culture, we’ve put all kinds of twists on what it actually means. Celebrating the last days of singledom can be a part of the festivities although not the focal point. These “last days” celebrations have often led to a more intense style of partying than intended. And if that’s your speed, you’ll need more time for rest and recuperation. In any case, though, moving towards a new tradition of having the bachelorette party months in advance has several perks. This is why having a bachelorette party months ahead of the big day is the ultimate wedding hack.
Having A Bachelorette Party Months Ahead Means Less Stress, More Availability
Wedding festivities themselves come with a certain amount of stress. The planning, down to the little details, can be consuming and feel neverending. And for the ceremony and reception, this sort of energy makes sense. It’s known that both the bride, (groom) and certain members of their families have ideas about how they’d like things to go. The bachelorette party is meant to be a release and celebration: letting go of any stress now that the planning is done and you’ve found your forever mate. It can also be a more convenient time for friends and close family to get together for some shared time off in celebration of the matrimony. Sure, it may seem like extra time off ahead of the festivities, but it might be a bit much to ask in addition to the few days or a week of the actual events. It may or may not be a sacrifice, but it has a better chance of leading to a night enjoyed. No rehearsal dinners or last-minute demands to spoil the fun. Just a party with your loved ones, months before the big day.
You Can Get Creative (And Dodge Hangovers On the Big Day)
Having the bachelorette party months ahead also affords the wedding crew to get creative with the planning. Ensuring that stress plays no part, planning months ahead allows the maid of honor and bridesmaids to consider the bride’s likes and quirks. They can build around this in theme, decor, and activities to ensure she feels seen and celebrated. As mentioned above, those celebrations often include libations, although when paced (and offset by proper hydration), they won’t feel as intense. There’s less pressure in partying months ahead, and thus, the party itself can be that without any other expectations. No frantic behavior or puffy faces in the pictures on the day of, smiles and happy tears.
More Bonding Time For The Wedding Party
This acts as the ultimate wedding hack, also creating time for the wedding party to become better acquainted. It’s a small amount of quality time, although the activities and shared love for the bride will foster connections. This time together acts as an icebreaker before the wedding so that, on the day of, everyone already feels comfortable in knowing and acting like family. Combining stress-less fun, with intentionality, reduced chance of hangover and more time to bond sounds like the best time ever. Add on marriage with opportunities to get glam, eat good food, dance, and celebrate, and it’s a win all the way around. These are the many reasons why having a bachelorette party months ahead of the big day is the ultimate wedding hack.