The Pre-Party Planning Interview
“Begin at the beginning… and go on until you come to the end, then stop”. Lewis Carroll, despite being an LSD enthusiast was onto something!
Figuring out where to start when planning a bachelorette party for your best friend is hard. You want her to have the most fun ever, but also cry happy tears (not ugly tears) because of the beautiful emotional impact you created with your amazingness. The most important thing is to make sure you and the bride are starting with the same expectations – after all, it is her party!
To get you both on that same page, here is our perfect pre-party planning interview.
1. A day or a Weekend?
“How much will you let me celebrate you?” is really what you’re asking. If you’re planning a 5 day extravaganza but the bride wants a quiet high tea for a few hours… well… let’s just say it’s easier to be on the same page from the beginning.
2. What dates work for you?
You don’t want to plan the shindig when she’s busy! That would totally defeat the purpose! Make sure you get a few options on weekends, just in case the rest of the bridesmaids have clashing events.
3. Local or travel?
What’s that? You want the party to be in Canberra? Obviously!
…Of course, the bride may be silly and want a party somewhere else, but it’s important that you know that before you start planning.
4. Does she want to be involved in the organising or to be surprised?
If she wants to be involved, no problemo, but if she wants a surprise make sure every guest knows to keep their pretty lips sealed about the adventures ahead.
5. Naughty? Nice? Or a bit of both?
Bride: Hrrmm … no strippers or anything like that…
Bridesmaid: *Gets out phone. Tells Channing Tatum that he’s no longer needed. Cries.*
6. Any must haves?
If she wants her hair and makeup done and you haven’t provided – look out!
7. Is anything off limits?
Speak now or forever hold your peace. Asking this at the beginning means that if you do something she considers off limits you know you’ve given her the opportunity to voice concerns.
“Nope! I’ll do anything you want me to!” were the words my bestie later lived to regret *insert cheeky evil laugh here*.
8. Can you send me the guest list, their emails addresses and mobile numbers?
You may need to ask this question many times, so ask it early. The more notice your guests have, the more time they have to save money for the adventures and the fewer excuses they have for not attending. No guest list yet? Get her to at least provide the approximate number of guests.
9. Which of the guests have young kids?
This question is often overlooked but completely changes how you should plan your event. If the majority of the guests are child free they probably have a higher disposable income. If the majority are mothers of little ones they may want to be able to get home to their little ones easily... but more likely they'll want to drink and dance the night away and take advantage of a "night off".
10. Do you have any questions for me?
Just another “Speak now or forever hold your peace” moment to make sure you are in the clear.
11. Who is your favourite bridesmaid?
It’s me right? Because look out lady face, you have the best freekin’ party coming your way!
Xo Jess
If you need help to plan a party in Canberra book a party planning meeting with one of our consultants. It will save you time, and help you create amazing party memories
