Photo: Morgan Trinker Photography 

Brides look forward to their last night out as a single lady before their big day. That’s why the maid of honor and bridesmaids do the honor of hosting. Not only should they decide on a date that is not the night before the wedding, (unless they want to remake the Hangover), but also pick a theme that suits the bride’s style. A typical bash drags the bride from bar to bar and makes her blush at the sight of any man. However, there are endless ways to celebrate, reminisce and of course, laugh. Start planning with some of these low-key ideas if you need help!

How are you celebrating? Let us know in the poll below!

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Photo by Mackensey Alexander Photography

Planning a wedding can be full of difficult decisions and sticky situations – but the team at WeddingWire is here to help! This week, we’ll be taking your toughest etiquette questions and answering them. Ask us a question in the comments section of this post, on Facebook, Twitter, or via email, and we’ll do our best to help you out. Questions can range from issues with bridesmaids, drama with dress selection, disagreements with family members – whatever’s keeping you up at night. We’ll respond to your questions throughout the week, so stay tuned!

Photos (clockwise from top left): Melissa McCrotty Photography, Lauren Brooks Photography, Rockrose Floral Design and Amy Majors Photography

1. Blush + Gray

2. Lavendar + Mint

3. Teal + Beige

4. Nectarine + Neon Pink

5. Chocolate + Sunflower Yellow

6. Emerald + Navy Blue

7. Poppy Red + Black

8. Pink + Champagne Gold

9. White + Blueberry

10. Plum + Silver

Which color scheme would you choose? Let us know in the comments below!

Even though having a flower girl or ring bearer is optional, including one of your favorite little ones is always a nice way to make them feel a part of your special day. Traditionally, their main job was to make it down the aisle, scatter floral petals or carry the rings on a pillow, but nowadays, brides are thinking beyond the petals and the pillows and letting them make their own grand entrance. Depending on your theme, here are seven alternative items your flower girl or ring bearer could carry (or walk) down the aisle with:

1. Bird’s Nest 

Perfect for any garden wedding, have you flower girl carry the rings in an artificial bird’s nest.

Photo: Live View Studios

Once you have finally booked your venue, it’s time to pick your color scheme! You may think the colors are completely up to you; however, you should take into account the setting of your venue, the time of year your wedding is taking place and how formal or informal your ceremony and reception will be.  Remember, not only do you want your color scheme to set the vibe for your wedding but also complement the venue. Here are our favorite color scheme combinations to inspire you:

Historic Home = Yellow + Gray

Photo: Ned Jackson Photography