GET THE
Party STARTED Celebrating you and your partner before the big day
A
By Amy Zimmerman s the bride-to-be, your focus is on preparing for the
“Make it all about the couple. If you love crawfish, do a crawfish
big day. In the months and weeks leading up to your
boil for your rehearsal dinner/welcome party. If your softball league is
wedding, family and friends are planning ways to
an important part of your life, incorporate that into your celebrations.
celebrate you and your partner. While many of these
Throw a party that encourages guests to meet and mingle. No pressure,
events are traditional, the celebrations can be personalized and unique. 160 BRIDESTL.COM • FALL/WINTER 2023
no stress, just fun,” says Allie Menne, Owner of Something Bleau