Otherwise known as a bachelorette party, the hens party is a celebration held for a young woman who is about to get married ,fashioned in much the same style as the bachelor’s or stag or bucks party. Historically though, the bachelor’s party has been around for much longer, with the hens night evidently stemming from the sexual revolution of the sixties.

Despite its attempts at equality, those trademarks of the bachelor’s party: drunkenness and the antics of a stripper are not necessarily a part of the hens night. In fact, a trend of late has been the notion of female bonding often in the form of a ‘pamper party’ where the bride-to –be is gifted with luxurious pampering items (or, for the more daring, a range of sex toys)

Often all guests are invited to a morning of salon style pampering, which can run the range of massages, manicures, pedicures, facials and aromatherapy. In this way the bride and her entourage can spend quality time together.

A few simple things to remember...

For those who are arranging the hens night, there are some very specific dos and don’ts.

• It is essential that the bride is never exposed to or expected to participate in anything that will make her uncomfortable. This includes those on the list of people being invited (ex-girlfriends of the groom are a no-no)
• Finances should be dealt with discretely. Costs should be covered by all who attend the hens night and the bride should not be expected to contribute.
• On no account should this event be too close to the wedding date. The bride needs to look at her best on her big day
• If there is a range of ages present, make sure that the entertainment is tasteful. Leave anything risqué until after the oldies have left.
• Remember that it is the bride’s day. Any game or prank should not leave her looking bad or feeling embarrassed. She must remember this evening as a highlight in the run-up to her wedding day.
• A token of remembrance for each guest is a great idea. There is such a choice available online, so spend time making a tasteful decision.
• A wonderful opportunity exists if you start a Facebook page for your planning. This allows everyone to be involved and able to give input into all aspects of the party.
• On the hens night, make sure that everyone lets their hair down and has a great time!

Take plenty of pictures and post them onto your Facebook site... well maybe just some of them!