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5 MAKE THE DESSERT TABLE THE CENTERPIECE. Everyone always saves room for dessert, so why not make it the star of the bridal shower. A dessert table creates a focal point for a room and can be decorated with yummy edible confections. 6 PLAY FUN BRIDAL SHOWER GAMES WITH GUESTS. You can’t have a pre-wedding party without some fun games. Popular ideas include bride and groom trivia, bridal shower bingo, date night ideas for the couple, as well as marriage advice. The DIY Network offers interactive games with printable instructions here: diynetwork.com/how-to. Search for wedding shower games. 7 MAKE SURE THE BRIDE HAS HER CAKE AND EATS IT TOO! The bridal shower can go by in a blur (just like the wedding) so make sure the guest of honor enjoys the party and gets to savor a slice of her cake. Bergen County has a plethora of bakers who can make the perfect wedding cake. Check out some on pages 20-24. 8 FINGER FOODS MAKE SNACKING EASY. At sit-down brunches and lunches, it’s always nice to serve guests some easy- to-eat appetizers before the main meal. This allows guests to walk around and mingle with friends and family they haven’t seen in a while without wondering when the next course is served. B (201) BRIDE | SUMMER/FALL 2018 33