5 Fun Things to Do in Nashville with Your Bridesmaids
Thursday, October 21, 2010
Our bridesmaids work hard to make us happy on our wedding day. They're spending money on dresses they'll probably never wear again, some of them will even travel just to spend 48 hours with us, their BFF. To make full use of the time, and so they also get to enjoy it (as much as we would like to think our weddings are enough enjoyment!) why not treat them to a little fun.
Here are some of our favorite girl spots. Have other ideas? Please share!
Art and Invention - ArtandInventionGallery.wordpress.com
Feeling crafty? Art And Ivvention is an art gallery in East Nashville and they have a space they rent out for special occasions such as Valentine's Day or even during the holidays to people who want to have a small gathering to make gifts or just to get together and do something fun. Ashley was there for a friend's birthday and said she had a blast and thought, "this would be perfect for girls' night out!"
The space can accommodate up to 20 people, and they are open to what you would like to do - if you want to paint picture frames to give exchange with your bridesmaids, or if you would like to paint pictures on canvas, owners Meg and Bret MacFadyen will provide the paint and equipment, and you provide the people. Bring your own wine, pack a picnic or have it catered and it would be a blast. Or you could top the evening off by going to one of the many wonderful restaurants in the area! Ashley and her friends ended the evening by having dinner at MadDonna's and it was great!
1) Escape Day Spa - EscapeSpaces.com
Make a day of being pampered at Escape Day Spa. The moment you walk in, you forget you're in the middle of a mall.
Calming, very peaceful waiting areas.
The meditation room
The trickling fountains, the soothing music and the delicious scents from candles and herbs take you to a place of relaxation that Calgon can't compete with. Spaces offers a manicure/pedicure package that you can top off with lunch in their cafe. They serve light fare like sandwiches and salads, with their strawberry fields salad being their most popular item. If you'd rather a massage, they offer sessions where two people can be in a room side by side so while some of your girls are getting their nails done, you could be getting the tension rubbed out of your shoulders alongside your maid of honor!
2) Tea Party with Izzy and Bell - IzzyandBell.com
Nothing says "Girl Time" more than a classic Tea Party. Izzy and Bell is a tea party catering company. When Ashley mentioned them to me, I started trying to find an excuse just to have a little tea party! From the pretty tableclothes to the serving platters to the vintage tea cups, Izzy and Bell will provide the decor and rentals, you just have to provide the space.
I gave owner Crystal De Luna-Bogan a call, and she was such a delight to speak to. She told me that the Traditional Tea Party is most popular with brides - it has a very vintage feel with the antique style cups, traditional English cakes and biscuits. petit fours and dainty finger sandwiches. But she puts a modern twist on things by using as many local ingredients as she can find. Or you can go with the Japanese Tea Party package which includes a more zen style menu of sushi, wasabi deviled quail eggs and green tea pana cottas, just to name a few of the more Eastern style treats. You can follow them on twitter (Twitter.com/IzzyandBell), or contact Crystal for availability and to schedule your tea party with your girls!
Pictures courtesy of Izzy and Bell
3) Bikram Yoga - BikramCoolSprings.com
Be refreshed, energized and relaxed all at once with a yoga class at Bikram Cool Springs.
This 90-minute class is a workout that will get rid of any last minute stress, and it will mentally prepare you for the big weekend ahead with lots of family members and friends. Join in one of their classes, or give studio owner Sandra Lee a call for a small group class where you and your girls will have the room all to yourselves. Tons of people, including me, swear by Bikram and I even got Ashley to take a class there. It was an experience she will never forget!!
4) Girl's Night at Cabana - CabanaNashville.com
Ashley and I LOVE, love, love Cabana (we went there to celebrate our birthdays this year). Great excuse to get a little dolled up, grab your girls, bring your iPod and have your own dinner party in the privacy of a cabana at, well, Cabana!
From behind a sheer curtain, you can still see people walk by, but you'll still feel slightly hidden and away from the crowd as you feast on some lobster brie mac n cheese, fresh pizza or any of their delicious dishes. It's the perfect place to people watch while having a few girly cocktails with your girls! Plus, Wednesday night is Ladies Night so drinks and food are a steal!
What are some of your favorite places to go? Or maybe you have a great suggestion on what brides can do with their bridesmaids? Tell us what they are in comments we'd love to hear them!
About the Author:
Tabitha
Blogging is something I’ve enjoyed doing for years. My interests lie mostly in lifestyle related topics like fashion, style, design, food and weddings. When I heard Ashley was looking to bring on new members to the ABG team, I jumped at the opportunity - I can’t think of a better way to stay involved in weddings than to write about them and to stay in touch with the trends and new ideas. Lucky for me, Ashley likes my blog and trusts my experience to bring me on and so far, it’s been a blast.
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Posted on October 21, 2010 |
Filed under: Bridesmaids & Bridal Party, Wedding Resources, Wedding Venues and Locations
