You’re engaged, the wedding is planned, and all that’s left to do is celebrate. We’re here to make sure your wedding shower is one to remember with the most creative party ideas and hottest trends. The PartySlate team pours over hundreds of new event albums every day, allowing us to become experts in spotting the latest event styles and inspiration.
Before you see it everywhere, see it here first. We’ve spotted 15 trending wedding shower ideas for couples — encompassing every style. From experiential menus to flower arrangements taking on new shapes, there is no shortage of ways to surprise your guests at your wedding shower.
1. Prints Are Popping in New Places
from left to right: photographer: Always Us Studios | posted by & design: RL Design HTX || photographer: Eszter Timea Photography | posted by & planner: Elardo Events || posted by & caterer: Occasions Caterers
You’ve seen patterns in place settings and linen, but now they’re popping up in the most unexpected places. From bar decals to tapered candlesticks (yes, candlesticks), these unique print placements create the ultimate wow factor.
2. Mixed Media Bars are Making a Statement
from left to right: photographer: Hana Gonzalez | posted by, planning & design: Lemon & Lime Event Design || photographer: Jenny Quicksall Photography | posted by & planner: Detailed Touch Events || photographer: Susie and Will Photography | posted by & planner: Dreams In Detail
Forget the simplistic bar design, and make a statement with mixed media. This element isn’t just for the artistic couple. Work with your rental company for a creative design that matches your aesthetic — and let your design add to the wow factor.
3. Made-to-Order Party Favors Make the Best Surprises
from left to right: photo posted by & venue: Eden || photo posted by & planner: Erin Davies Consultancy || photo posted by & venue: Eden
Introducing the newest favor trend at showers. Out are the same-old take home gifts and in are custom-made party favors. Surprise your guests with a custom tote bag or a personalized sketch. We promise, they’ll love it.
4. Canopy Centerpieces Keep Things Cozy
from left to right: photographer: Kelly Hornberger Photography | posted by & planner: Keely Thorne Events || photographer: Always Us Studios | posted by & design: RL Design HTX || photographer: Hope Helmuth | posted by & planner: Wile Events
The most memorable celebrations have a statement piece – and we expect canopy centerpieces will be making statements at showers, everywhere. Work with a talented floral designer to turn this vision into a reality.
5. Preppy Patterns Are Making Their Way to Dessert Tables
from left to right: photo posted by & design: Pretty Posh Events || photographer: gerber + scarpelli photography | photo posted by & design: Party Little Things
The preppy aesthetic has been making its way into events, and now it’s taking over dessert tables. From stripes to gingham, showers patterns are more fun with pretty desserts — and preppy has become our new favorite style.
6. Pearl-Inspired Elements Continue to Take Over
from left to right: photographer: gerber + scarpelli photography | posted by & design: Party Little Things || photographer: Stefanie Cinadr | posted by & planner: Spencer Event Strategy || photographer: Amy Wu | posted by & caterer: Windows Catering
From wedding fashion to décor, pearl elements have found their way into countless celebrations this year. Now, we’re seeing this 2023 wedding trend seep into wedding showers, as well. Whether you opt for tableware or table décor statements, there’s no shortage of classy and subtle ways you can incorporate this trend into your wedding shower.
7. Royal-Inspired Elements Are the Monarch of Décor This Year
from left to right: posted by & photographer: Photos By Siobhan || photographer: Always Us Studios | posted by & design: RL Design HTX || photographer: Tamara Gruner Photography | posted by & planner: Michigan Avenue Events
From binging the latest season of Bridgerton to keeping up with Prince Harry’s and Meghan’s latest drama, we all want to be in with the royals. From scroll-style place cards to tea cup décor, there is no shortage of ways to get your royal fix.
8. Produce Is Going Glam
from left to right: photographer: Kelly Hornberger Photography | photo posted by & planner: Keely Thorne Events || photographer: Jenny Quicksall Photography | photo posted by & rentals: Soirée8 | Rentals and Design House || photographer: Lisa Blume Photography | photo posted by & design: Atelier Ashley Flowers
You can find inspiration for your celebration anywhere, even the grocery store. We expect produce to be the star of wedding showers this year — from dried cocktail garnishes to cut-out fruit-inspired menus, there are so many creative ways to indulge in this trend.
9. Candy Moments Make for the Sweetest Décor
from left to right: photographer: Nicee Martin Photo & Design | photo posted by & venue: Chicago Botanic Garden || photographer: Jainé Kershner Photography | photo posted by & rentals: Something Different Party Rental || photographer: Jenny Quicksall Photography | photo posted by & planner: Detailed Touch Events
When thinking about your shower aesthetic, consider adding a candy moment for a sweet treat and Instagrammable moment. Everyone will have their phones out for cotton candy garnishes, adorable macaroon chair displays, and more.
10. Floral China Is Our New Favorite Place Setting
from left to right: photo posted by & design: S. Dulcio Florals & Design || photographer: Cottonwood Road Photography | photo posted by & caterer: Contigo Catering || photographer: Kris Kan Photography | photo posted by & design: Eddie Zaratsian Lifestyle and Design
Floral patterned china is taking a seat at the table. There’s something about this feminine place setting that has us excited to celebrate this year. When putting together your tablecape, this subtle addition will bring in all the compliments.
11. There’s Always Room for a Pop Culture Moment
from left to right: photographer: Hana Gonzalez | photo posted by & planner: Lemon & Lime Event Design || photographer: Jenny Quicksall Photography | photo posted by & planner: Detailed Touch Events || photographer: Peter Bohler Photography | photo posted by & planner: JOWY Productions
We obsess over a pop culture moment just as much as the next — so when we saw it popping up in showers, we couldn’t help but get excited. From signage to invitations to desserts, discover all of the ways to add your favorite pop culture pun into your shower this year.
12. You Don’t Need Your Passport to Say Ciao to an Italian Theme
from left to right: photographer: Alissa Noelle Photography | photo posted by & planner: Aliana Events || photographer: Lindsey Boice Photography | photo posted by & rentals: Found Rental Co. || photographer: Twin Lens Studio | photo posted by & Victoria York Design
Now is your time to have your Lizzie McGuire moment. You found your Paolo (or, more likely, your Gordo), and we’re celebrating with an Italian-inspired shower. Leave your passports at home and bring the Amalfi Coast to you with vibrant colors, lemon-infused décor, and carbs by the loaf. This is a theme we can’t wait to see at more showers in the upcoming months.
13. Experiential Menus Make for the Best (& Most Delicious) Activity
from left to right: photographer: Hana Gonzalez | photo posted by & planner: Lemon & Lime Event Design || photographer: Jennifer Lawrence Photography | photo posted by & planner: KATE & COMPANY
Make your shower stand out with an experiential menu. Excite your guests with a tableside make-your-own-guacamole station or a cocktail tasting that can get everyone involved and excited for your celebration. Reach out to an experienced caterer to incorporate this latest trend into your celebration.
14. We’re Fawning Over Full Circle Florals
from left to right: photo posted by & caterer: Salud Modern Vintage Mobile Bar || photographer: Lindsey Boice Photography | photo posted by & rentals: Soirée8 | Rentals and Design House || photographer: Lindsey Boice Photography | photo posted by & rentals: Soirée8 | Rentals and Design House
Using florals at your shower is nothing new, so how do you break away from the typical arrangement? Introducing: full circle florals. From centerpieces to on-the-floor displays to wall décor, rounded florals are a trend we can’t stop obsessing over.
15. A Balanced Breakfast Starts With a Swanky Spread
photos posted by & caterer: Paramount Events
Brunch is so last year. 2023 is all about the swanky breakfast. Move over eggs and bacon and dive into mini lox bagel sandwiches, delicious egg bites (on an oh so appealing display), and bite-sized avocado toast. Take your menu one step further by seeing our 2023 catering trends list.
People Also Ask…
Where can I find a venue for my wedding shower?
PartySlate’s curated venue directory is the best and easiest way to find your dream venue. Don’t forget to use our filters to narrow down your search by location, guest count, amenities, and more. Once you see a place you like, look at how other party hosts transformed the space for their event, and submit an inquiry for your desired date directly through their PartySlate profile page.
How can PartySlate help with wedding planning?
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RL Design HTX
RL Design HTX transforms every space into a dream setting with custom-made florals and installations. Their eye for color and the latest styles keeps their work fresh and photo-worthy. photographer: Always Us Studios