How To Have Date Nights While Wedding Planning

We all know that planning a wedding is an in-depth process. You can’t do it alone. That's why some people do it for a living. Whether planning this wedding is a one-person job or two, it's important to have moments where you and your partner slow down and take it all in. Finding time to have date nights is hard when everything revolves around that big day. That is why in today's blog post we are focusing on just that. Keep reading for some ideas on date nights during this season.

To start, we want to address the unrealistic expectations you might have. Dates night during this season doesn’t have to be extravagant or expensive. The point is to make time to have that quality time. There are many ways to do that while still planning your wedding. There are options depending on your situation. If you as the bride are the main planner while your partner works then some great ideas will include wedding planning date ideas. If you are both planning the wedding and would much rather take a break, then some lowkey weekend dates can be your best fit. Regardless of your situation, we have some ideas that can cater to any couple in any circumstance. The goal is to connect with each other and not lose intimacy in the midst of stress. It can be very easy to get so caught up in the stress of this day that you become distant from one another. That is completely normal but we want to make sure that you don’t find yourself there. But if you do, we want to help you get out. 

Wedding Planning Dates

If wedding planning is the only time you have together, then take advantage of it. Food testing trials are great moments to turn into dates. Take a Saturday or an evening during the week to turn this wedding planning moment into a date. Get all dressed up, try out some good food and get some pics for the gram or just yourself. Quality time is going to make this the most memorable season. You just have to be intentional. And we didn’t forget about the cake tasting. That’s another great event to turn into a date. You, your boo and some cake. 

Staycation Dates

Once again, we don’t expect you to have extravagant dates. You don’t have to spend more money then you already are! Some fun ways to spend time together are through staycation/local dates. Movie nights, cooking nights, beach days, afternoon picnics, Harry Potter marathon, at-home brunch dates, etc. The possibilities of dates are endless. You just gotta get creative! Pick a tv series or movies series binge it on a free night. If you’re a foodie, then find a recipe you can make together for a dinner date. If you got a major sweet tooth though, find a yummy dessert and get baking! If you’re a little more outdoorsy, then pack a basket with your favorite foods and have a picnic at the park. If you’re near a beach, then go get your tan on before walking down the aisle. Beach dates are a great way to spend time and relax. But don’t forget your sunscreen because red skin down the aisle is not cute. These are just some of our ideas. Feel free to make it your own and have fun with it!

Wellness Dates

For the more active couple, we recommend working out together. Block off an hour or two a week do some couples workouts. This is a great way to spend time but also release stress. Physical activity during a stressful season is good for any individual because of the stress that it releases. Stress creates tension and knots in the muscles so a good workout will really release all that good stuff. Another good wellness alternative is a couple of massge. This will definitely release all stress while also creating an opportunity for intimacy as a couple. So whether you’re going to the gym, workout class, at-home workout, or getting a massage just remember to be in tune with your body. Throughout stressful times we tend to neglect ourselves in the area of our bodies. Becoming aware of it together as a couple not only creates optimal time to spend together but also keeps you accountable. 

There you have it. Some of our ideas for your date nights. Wedding season is said to be completely stressful. And it very well can be. But you gotta make the best of it. It is very easy for a couple to create distance during this time because of the laundry list of things to do. But the most important thing is to be intentional with each other. Make the most of the smallest moments. A relationship is built on that. And during the wedding planning season, you’re going to want to hold on to that. Until next time. Happy bridaling! 

Bachelorette Weekend Themes

As 2021 has come to a close, we have decided to take a pause on “wedding dress talk” and instead transition into some girl talk. The fun kind of girl talk. When you become a bride, there are many factors in your life that begin to change. You have to be prepared or at least informed. So take this as your pre-cursor. But for today, we want to focus on the fun part. Some might describe this event as your last hoorah. Your last dance. It really depends on how you see it. What we’ve noticed is the massive amounts of Bachelorette weekend themes this year. If you don’t have a theme, what are you doing? So, naturally, we have a list of themes for you and your girls. These are all original, fun, and totally doable. 

Last Disco

Our first pick is a trend that’s been circling around for a bit. It can pretty much be the theme for any type of party. As a bride having her last hoorah, a disco is definitely in order. This theme can be done for a party or one of the nights of the bachelorette weekend. You and your girls will need some go-go boots, funky prints, and Farah Fawcett blowouts. Think Cher and Cher only. The 70s was full of psychedelic prints and whimsical clothing. Some affordable places to find your bridal party outfits are Shein, Amazon & Shop Cider. The vibes are retro. Besides outfits, you’re also gonna want to have a scene set. Party decor and fun backgrounds are necessary for the post-worthy pictures. And don’t forget the disco ball! Your bridal party will be looking absolutely stellar. 

It’s The 2000s

Our second pick might not be everyone’s favorite but with the Y2K trends coming back it’s a right of passage. The 90s has been a theme for a while and it’s never disappointed. But the 2000s just hit different. Lately, trends everywhere have been paying homage to the 2000s queens like Britney, Lindsey, and Paris. Outfits will be the comfiest you’ll ever wear. Grab your velour sweatsuits and uggs because this one is going all out. You more than likely lived through the 2000s as a kid or teen so you’re bound to remember something. This theme is fun for a Bach weekend because it really is a trip down memory lane. Some other fun ideas for this theme include wearing matching bang-bump hairstyles with your Balenciaga City bag. And don’t forget your flip phone and frappuccinos. 

Bridgerton Inspired

Lady Whistledown has entered the chat to inform you that this theme is for you if the others did not impress. There is no way that you entered 2021 without watching or hearing about Bridgerton. Since this show’s release, the Regency-era style has made its appearance again. We’ve seen it in the bridal trend area and so we had to offer up this bachelorette idea. It’s like a grown-up tea party. Who doesn’t love a good tea party? This theme will be the most elegant and simple. You’re gonna want to pull out the tiny hand gloves and puff sleeve dresses. And if you don’t own any, some places to hit up are Amazon, Asos, and Etsy. When you and your girls finally have your looks down, you’ll need to pick out a Bridgerton name. For the names, everything starts with “Lady” and ends with a first or last name or some kind of combo. And if feeling creative, add your city name for a fairytale twist. 

Space Cowgirls

Next up is for our partier bride. If you’ve paid attention to any of the trends this year (or listen to Kacey Musgraves religiously), you’ll know that cowgirl is the vibe more often than not. “Space cowgirl” to be more exact. This theme is fairly simple. Think music festival without the festival. You’ll need all the glitz and glam as well as some cowgirl accessories. Almost all of these accessories can be found on Amazon for very inexpensive. And the photos will definitely be amazing. This theme is especially fun for country music-loving girls. Having fun is an order for a bachelorette weekend. And with a theme like this, there’s no doubting a good time. As for inspo, Kacey Musgraves Golden Hour album will be the soundtrack to your weekend. This is more than a suggestion. It’s a push in the right direction for your last yeehaw. 

Monochrome Looks

Our last theme is by far the simplest and easiest to pull off. It’s a common bachelorette theme, maybe a little basic, but we can help you with that. This monochrome look is a different one because it won’t be boring. Don’t worry, you won’t look like every other bachelorette Instagram post. The fun thing about this theme is that essentially it will be a wig party. That’s right. Full throttle wig cap in a stylish color of the rainbow bob. This theme has been trending for many other occasions but we think the bachelorette weekend could be the coolest. Once again, Amazon is going to save your budget. The goal here is for every girl to pick one color of the rainbow and run with it from head to toe. We’re talking green hair, green matching set, green makeup look, and green shoes. If you’re worried that you’ll look like one of the many rainbow-colored skittles, don’t fret. That’s the goal. Your wedding day is the day for you to look the most pristine. Bachelorette weekend is where you let loose and have fun. And yes, you will still look cute for photos. 

There you have it! 5 very original Bachelorette Weekend themes. There is no need to be boring that weekend. And if you had no idea what to do, now you do. We hope you found one of these to be your best pick for you and your bridal party. And if you’re not the bride but the bridesmaid planning, we’re glad you chose our advice! Remember to have fun because you’ll only get to do this once (hopefully). Take all of the pictures and tag Brides Of Florida on this special day. Until next time, happy bridaling!