Love Is In the Air: A Valentine's Day Bridal Shower Theme
A Valentine’s-inspired table setting with pink and red decor, flowers, and balloons. Image by Inspired By This.
If your bride has hearts in her eyes every time she looks at her groom-to-be, then throw her a Valentine’s Day-themed shower! Valentine’s Day is all about love, romance, and honoring someone you love- just like a bridal shower
This theme is perfect for the bride-to-be who is a romantic at heart or just loves Valentine’s decor filled with hearts, roses, and lots of red! It also makes it easy to highlight the romance between the soon-to-be bride and her partner.
Let’s look at some ways you can plan an unforgettable bridal shower with a Valentine’s Day theme!
When & Where Can I Host a Valentine's Day Bridal Shower?
Naturally, this theme is a shoo-in for any February bridal shower. It will be easy to find amazing decor to enhance the space and cute favors to pass out. But you can easily throw a Valentine’s Day bridal shower any time of year by choosing the right colors and accents.
Because this theme is so versatile, you can easily use it in any venue, from a family member’s home to a restaurant space. However, a local tea room or bakery party space would fit perfectly with the romantic Valentine’s Day decor!
Valentine's-Themed Bridal Shower Invitations
Once you choose a theme, you’ll need to start designing invitations that really set the tone. Of course, you’ll need lots of hearts and a good mix of red and pink! Look for bold colors and interesting designs that will stand out on your guests’ fridge.
Remember passing out Valentines in class? Channel those cute cards you got in school by using adorable phrases like “stop and smell the roses” and “bee mine.” This Love is in the Air invitation template is fully customizable and embodies the vibe perfectly!
But bright red may not suit every bride’s taste. You can also focus on the floral aspect of Valentine’s Day rather than the hearts and bright colors. Opt for pastels and love-themed sayings that are beautiful and feminine and capture the softer hues of this holiday.
A pink and red “Showered with Love” bridal shower invitation Via CuetheConfettiShoppe on Etsy.
A white and floral “Love in Bloom” bridal shower invitation Via EmilyLanePaperie on Etsy.
Romantic Decor and Theme Ideas
Whether you’re throwing a Valentine’s Day-themed bridal shower in February or another time of the year, it’s easy to bring together stunning, romantic decor for your theme. And don’t feel limited to your heart. Lips, roses, and conversation hearts all bring this.
Ask the bride if she prefers colorful or understated decor. It’s easy to go overboard with all the Valentine’s Day symbols, so narrow your vision to one aspect. What about Valentine’s Day does she like? The red hearts or the pastel conversation hearts? Once you know the answers, proceed with designing the shower!
Start with wedding signage. Plan labels for the food tables, seating assignments, and some with adorable Valentine’s sayings. Design a fun, heart-themed welcome sign that will greet everyone. You can also have your guests write messages to the bride using Sharpies and present them at the end of the shower!
Table decor is a top priority, so contrast white table linens with pops of color. Use red napkins or plates with lip prints on them. Create a fun centerpiece using a variety of Valentine’s candy. It will look great AND give the guests something to nibble on while they party!
Design a fun selfie station complete with heart-shaped balloons and fun photo props. If the bride is more of a minimalist, look for monochrome balloon arches. You can fill a basket with props so guests can customize their photos. Consider giving them the option of using a Polaroid camera and using the photos to create a fun collage that the bride can keep as a memento.
A white, wooden “Love is in the Air” table centerpiece Via CraftsWeMade on Etsy.
A “Love is in the Air” welcome sign with red and pink hearts Via MerryPartyPrintables on Etsy.
Thematic Games and Activities
You can get really creative when planning activities for a Valentine’s Day-themed bridal shower. Have guests channel their creativity with a bridal shower flower bar, where guests can make their own bouquets to take home. Or offer a custom perfume bar so attendees leave with a new signature scent!
Games are another great way to get your guests to mingle and have fun. If you’re looking for budget-friendly, low-prep games, look for printable bridal shower games. With a few clicks, you’ll get the template for a variety of games. Some can even be customized for each party!
If your bride is a true crime fan, plan a Valentine’s Themed murder mystery game and award a prize to whoever solves the case! You can also scour thrift stores for vintage board games like Mystery Date to bring back fun memories and fit the theme.
Valentine’s Day-themed bridal shower games Via MomentiDesignStudio on Etsy.
Signature Drinks and Menu Items
A romantic theme calls for pink drinks, strawberry accents, and lots of chocolate! Serve signature mocktails made with ginger ale or Sprite and strawberry sorbet. Give it an adult twist by using Prosecco instead of soda! Either day, garnish each glass with a sweet strawberry.
As far as foods, stick to the theme of romance by choosing light foods that won’t weigh your guests down. You can achieve this by crafting a bridal shower charcuterie board or grazing table filled with foods that reflect the hues of Valentine’s Day. You can use a heart cookie-cutter to make meats, cheeses, and breads heart shaped!
Feature a fondue station where guests can dip bites of food into creamy dips. Don’t forget to switch out your savory fondue station with chocolate and sweet treats when it’s time for dessert! If you’re looking for a more filling meal, consider offering brunch! French toast with berries and powdered sugar will blend in well with the theme.
As far as dessert, red velvet cupcakes and chocolate-covered strawberries would fit the Valentine’s Day theme and keep your guests coming back for more. A candy bar is also impressive and will give shower attendees lots of options. You can even have them make their own candy mix as a shower! Offer red, pink, and white candies to fit with the theme!
Sparkling strawberry cocktail Via Five Heart Home.
Valentine’s Day-themed charcuterie board Via Foxes Love Lemons.
Personalized Touches for the Bride
The guest of honor will need a special Valentine‘s-themed outfit to stand out at her shower! Suggest a beautiful heart-print dress for a more formal event. If the bride likes going against the grain, she can stand out in a Valentine’s-themed jumpsuit! You can also ask guests to dress in pink or red and have the bride wear a white outfit.
Accessories can help any outfit blend in with the theme. A conversation-heart headband is a great idea to help the bride stand out, especially if you attach a mini veil! Friendship bracelets are always in style, so make a few Valentine's-themed ones for the bride-to-be. These are inexpensive and totally customizable!
Valentine's Day Nails
No outfit is complete without the right nails! Paint your tips pink, red, or white. You can even do a combination of all three for fun! You can also paint on accents like roses, pearls, and lips to tie in the Valentine’s Day theme.
If you prefer press-on nails, you can get some with a variety of colors and designs at an affordable price! Choose designs with hearts and eye-popping colors to make a statement!
For a more low-maintenance look, find nail wraps with cute Valentine’s designs on them. These go on easily and usually last about 14 weeks!
Red and white Valentine’s Day nails Via FKNAILSX on Etsy.
Nude Valentine’s Day-themed nails Via LePetitNails on Etsy.
Valentine's Day Bridal Shower Favors
The best way to thank your guests for attending the bridal shower is by passing out favors. But you don’t want to hand them out something they won’t use.
Brainstorm fun, exciting, cost-effective items that will capture their attention and be useful! Here are some ideas you can use to find the best favors for your bride’s shower!
Customized friendship bracelets
Mini teddy bears
Boxes of candy conversation hearts
Heart-shaped boxes of chocolate
Mini photo frames lined with hearts or lips
Classic classroom Valentine cards with custom pencils or candy
Conclusion
There are so many options to choose from when planning a Valentine’s Day-themed bridal shower. Try to narrow your vision down to one or two elements of the holiday, like red roses or heart-shaped motifs. This will help elevate your event while honoring the bride's Valentine's Day!
Remember- the day is all about her. So take the time to find the right decor, food, and favors for your favorite bride-to-be’s Valentine’s Day-themed shower!