Host a bridal shower luau party theme, for an event that will be remembered by all. Meaning "feast" in Hawaiian, a luau is used to celebrate a special occasion. So if the bride-to-be (or couple) like tropical breezes, warm sand, and cool drinks, then a luau party it is!

If you live near the beach or any body of water, that's a perfect location, weather permitting. You can also create this theme in a private home or rented hall.

Bridal shower luau party invitations will be your first island greeting. Cards that have tropical scenes, palm trees, or a map of Hawaii are some of your options. Let guests know if they should bring a gift that's related to the bridal shower luau party theme. Request that guests dress for this tropical theme. Women can wear colored sundresses, with a flower in their hair, or floral shirts and casual slacks or shorts. Men can wear Hawaiian print shirts and comfortable slacks or shorts.

Welcome guests with your luau decorations. Greet "Aloha" with Hawaiian leis. Have a basket filled with these, at the entrance. Set a tropical paradise with tiki torches and palm trees. Personalized banners are great luau decorations. Hang one or more, along with colorful streamers and balloons. Netting can be used as a backdrop on which to hang masks and shells. Scatter bamboo baskets and leis around the room. Your luau decorations can also include wind chimes and tropical lights. Cover tables with either a solid or print tablecloth. Outline the edge of tables with grass skirts. Fill glass fish bowls with water and a couple drops of food coloring of your choice. Add floating candles. Use one or more as your luau centerpiece. Scatter some sand and shells on the table to add to the island feel.



Bridal shower luau party theme paper goods you'll need...

Luau Menu:
Light Snacks:
• Goldfish crackers
• Watermelon bowl filled with fruit
• Crab dip
• Macadamia nuts
Tempting main meal:
• Chicken kabobs
• Sweet and sour meatballs
• Coconut shrimp
• Rice
• Shell pasta salad
Tropical Drinks:
Serve drinks in real or plastic coconut cups, along with cocktail umbrellas.
• Mai Tais
• Pina Coladas
• Daiquiris
• Fruit smoothies
• Hawaiian punch
Bridal shower luau party theme cake: Make a sheet cake and ice with vanilla frosting. Decorate with store bought tropical miniatures, such as fish, birds, flowers, hula girl, or palm tree.

Luau music is a must for the island feel. Make sure you keep it going throughout the party.

Tropical Games:
• Hula...have some hula skirts on hand, and someone willing to show some of the moves.

• Limbo... how low can they go?
• "Name that Hawaiian tune"...winner guesses the tune first.

Printable games available immediately for your luau party...


Luau Party Favor:
• Luau picture frame
• Seashell candle
• Lip balm or gloss
• Ocean-scented potpourri
• Shell necklace
• Silk flower hair comb

Bridal shower luau party theme gifts:
• Lotions, spa and foot care for beach-baring skin.
• Set of glasses for tropical drinks.
• Ice bucket
• Beach chairs