A lemon themed bridal shower is perfect for a cheerful bride. After all, both the bright yellow color and flavor of the fruit symbolize happiness and excitement, and isn’t that what a wedding is all about?
If you need help planning (and I’m guessing you do since you’re here), I’ve got you covered! From the menu to lemon bridal shower invitations, games, or lemon bridal shower favors you’ll find everything you need to host the ultimate lemon shower below!
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Top 5 Lemon-Theme Bridal Shower Ideas
Let’s start with some of my favorite ideas from each category. If you’re in a hurry, just these 6 things alone are enough to make your lemon-themed bridal shower perfect!
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1. Serve Lemon Meringue Pie Cupcakes
This is a delicious dessert that you can offer your guests at the beginning of the party.
Bake some cupcakes and cover them with a cream or frosting prepared from lemon zest, sugar, and egg whites to get the yellow color.
Check out the video below for an easy recipe:
2. Make This Fingerprint Guestbook
Use lemons to make each guest feel like part of the family by having them leave their fingerprint on a piece of paper or printable fingerprint cards.
You can put the fingerprints in a frame and use them as decoration around your house.
You can also grab this printable and let your guests turn their fingerprints into beautiful leaves on a lemon tree.
- What You Will Receive: the package comes with 1 piece of baby shower guest book alternative, and 1 piece of ink pad, the nice combination can satisfy your various parties or home decoration and using demands
- Bear and Balloon Elements Design: the baby shower thumbprint guest book is full of the balloon and bear elements, adding warmth and cute feel to your home
- Reliable Material: the wedding sign in guest book for baby shower is made of quality wood, which is sturdy, wearable, not easy to tear or break, lightweight but in good shape, providing you with long time application; The blue finger ink pad is safety and has different shades of blue for a multiple range of blue colored fingerprint, which can easily be removed with a wipe or napkin
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3. Give Dried Lemon Slices in a Jar for Favors
Give each bridesmaid a jar filled with candies and tied with tulle or satin ribbon, and add some fresh or dried lemon slices to create a unique gift that will remind them of your wedding shower every time they open.
Check out the video below to learn how to dry out lemons the right way.
4. Use These Pretty Lemon Themed Decorations
While you could totally DIY your lemon decor with little more than a few yellow balloons and garland, this kit from Amazon will save you SO much time.
- 1.▼Watercolor Art Print Material ▼:The lemon decor for kitchen is made of great quality thick white cardstock,100% brand new.These prints are built to last regardless of where you decide to display them!
- 2.▼Inspirational Artwork ▼:These lemon and funny phrases wall art cardstock art pictures can bring the active atmosphere and remind people life is short, do everything you can.(Perfect for any places:kitchen ,living room,kids bedroom,girls room,nursery room,studio,gym, child’s washroom,bathroom,playroom,baby room,school,study room,classroom,guest room, etc.)
- 3.▼Thoughtful Gift▼ : ⑴As living room art print,this set of lemon decor can make them feel optimistic,go through the tough time with enthusiastic attitude;⑵ As its unique prints,these are is a wonderful gift for thanksgiving,Christmas,birthday, housewarming,etc; ⑶ Additionally,it can also brighten up your room&make your home look more vigorous.
5. Lemonade Stand with a Twist
You can’t have a lemon-themed bridal shower without serving lemonade, right? If you’re looking for a unique idea, why not make your own lemonade stand?
Not only is it just plain fun, but it doubles as decor and really pulls the whole theme together. You can even hire a mixologist to upgrade it to a more “grownup” drink stand. 😉
Check out the video for a simple idea:
What Are Some Best Invitations Ideas For Lemon Bridal Shower Party?
You can’t host a party without letting people know when and where it is, right?
So let’s look at a few of my favorite lemony invites!
1. Main Squeeze Bridal Shower Invitations with Envelopes
These Main Squeeze invites are super cute and affordable. They come in a 25-pack with envelopes. You just need to fill in all of the details and mail them out!
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- SHE FOUND HER MAIN SQUEEZE!: This set of 25 invitations AND envelopes are perfect for a lemon theme bridal shower.
- THE PERFECT SIZE: Flat, fill in style invitations measure 5" x 7" and come with a premium white A7 size envelope that measures 5.25" x 7.25"
- EXCEPTIONAL QUALITY: The invitations are printed on thick 100lb uncoated card stock for quality you can see and feel.
2. Mediterranean Lemon Bridal Shower Invitation
Planning an Italian lemon-themed bridal shower? This Mediterraneaninvite is perfect! You can edit all of the details right on the template, then print them out and send or even just email them.
- Mediterranean theme: The greek ceramic styles & lemons match well with mediterranean style events such as bridal showers, engagements, baby showers & weddings.
- Quality Materials: Cardstock used for these invitations are thick (14pt at least) and non coated so invites can be filled with any type of pen without smudges.
- Matching Envelopes Included: You don’t have to pay extra or search for the right envelopes because this kit comes with 25 matching size white envelopes.
3. Lemonade Bridal Shower Invitation (Customized)
These cute lemonade invites combine the best of both worlds by letting you customize before buying, then shipping out actual printed invites. You get 12 in a batch and they’ll email you a proof before shipping so you can make sure it’s just right.
- ♥ Invite guests to your bridal shower with these lovely cards featuring watercolor lemons with elegant text.
- ♥ Includes 12 Invitations and 13 White Envelopes.
- ♥ Invitations measure 5x7 inches and are custom printed with your event details.
What Games You Should Play at a Lemon Bridal Shower?
Here are some fun games with a lemon theme for your bridal shower.
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1. Custom Lemonade Flavor Challenge
If you’re already using my lemonade stand idea from above, this game is super easy to set up. Challenge each guest to come up with the most unique lemonade flavor!
Before the party, along with the main ingredients (lemons, sugar, water), set up a station with other add-ins.
Mint or other herbs and different fruits are the obvious choices but throw in some unexpected options, too. Rainbow Delicious has some unique ideas to inspire you and help you shop for ingredients.
2. Printable Lemon-Themed Bridal Shower Games
In case you missed it, we just dropped a whole new line of really fun lemon themed bridal shower games that are perfect for everything from office showers to virtual parties to regular old in-person bridal showers. Grab one or grab them all!
My favorite is “Who Am I” because you can save the printables and put them into a shower scrapbook later.
- Entertaining games: you may need a fun, creative, and entertaining bridal shower idea; Try these greenery bridal shower game cards, printed with “Would She Rather and Guess Who”, “Bride or Groom”, “Word Scramble”, “Editable Wishes”, “Whats In Your Purse”, a fun way to get to know each other and have a blast all at the same time
- Exquisite pencils: these bachelorette game cards can be written with some words, and you are well-prepared with the 20 exquisite wedding themed pencils provided along with the greenery bridal shower favors set package, which are bronzed with “Happily Ever After” and “Better Together
- Easy to Use: each wedding party game has a brief corresponding instruction on its card, fits most people; Delight your guests when they join your bridal shower party to play these funny wedding games
3. Lemon Balancing Game
A super simple game that’s perfect for all ages (like if you have kids attending the party), this one is harder than it sounds. See how to play it here:
Lemon-Themed Bridal Shower Party Favor Ideas
Favors are the best way to thank your guest for arriving at your pre-wedding celebration and make the event memorable.The best lemon themed bridal shower favors are ;
#1 Main squeeze favor bag
Grab these cute bags, then fill them up with sweet lemony treats and other little favors. If you’re using the Italian lemon invitations from above, these match perfectly (they’re from the same seller, actually).
- Sufficient Quantity: totally 150 pcs lemon pattern cellophane treat bags and 200 pieces twist ties in the package; sufficient quantity can meet your daily requirement and party use; the twist ties are yellow and green color; perfect match the lemon pattern candy bags; help to seal the bags nicely.
- Fresh Lemon Patterns: these plastic clear cellophane bags come with 2 kind of lemon patterns; one is full of yellow lemon slices; the other is filled with yellow lemon with green leaves, match a lot of yellow dots; fresh pattern can catch people’s eyes quickly, and bring you strong summer atmosphere; 2 styles cellophane bags and 2 colors twist ties allow you to divide different type of candies.
- Suitable Size: the lemon cellophane bags are approx. 10.6 x 5.1 inches/ 27 x 13 cm, proper size for you to package candies and other small goodies; the length of each twist tie is approx. 4 inches/ 10 cm, help to tie the mouth of the lemon cellophane bag.
#2 Personalized lip balm party favor
These lemony lip balms are super cute and affordable! I love that you can personalize them. They’re sold in different sized sets, starting with an even dozen and all the way up to a set of 300!
- INCLUDES: 12 lip balm favors and 12 adhesive stickers. DIY light assembly needed. Wrap adhesive sticker on lip balm. Natural Ingredients Soybean Oil, Sunflower Oil, Beeswax, Cocoa Butter, Shea Butter, Vitamin E, Aloe Vera, and may also contain FD&C colors & flavor.
- PERFECT to create unique themed favors for your party guests or Include in a wedding survival kit for bridesmaid. Tailored for the bride tribe, these lip balms make for perfect gifts for the bridal party, ensuring a thoughtful and practical token of appreciation.
- Andaz Press Lip Balms are a must-have for hangover kit supplies, offering soothing and moisturizing care for lips after a lively celebration. Each package is an ideal inclusion for bachelorette party favors
3. Lemon Hand Sanitizer
I love these lemon hand sanitizer paks from Bath and Body Works. I probably have a dozen of them between my car, my purse, and throughout my house. They’re super portable and super cute!
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Bath and Body Works KITCHEN LEMON Value Pack - Lot of 4 Gentle Foaming Hand Soap Full Size
- Fragrance notes: zesty lemon, sparkling citrus and italian bergamot
- Infused with the good stuff (natural essential oils, vitamin E, shea extract and aloe)
- Bath and Body Works KITCHEN LEMON - Gentle Foaming Hand Soap
4. Tiptree Lemon Curd Minis
While these are a smidge pricier than the other favors, they’re totally worth it for what you get. Each set comes with 72 one-ounce authentic British lemon curds from Tiptree. Don’t worry, while they’re made in England, they’re Prime-eligible so you’ll get them in plenty of time for your shower!
Tiptree Lemon Curd Minis, 1 Ounce (Pack of 72)
- Easy to spread, enjoy this curd on toast, biscuits, muffins, pastries or even as a cake filling.
- Ingredients: Sugar, Salted Butter, Lemon Juice, Free Range Egg Yolk, Free Range Whole Egg, Acidity Regulator: Citric Acid; Gelling Agent: Citrus Pectin; Lemon Oil. Gluten free, made in a nut free factory, suitable for vegetarians.
- Case of 72 1 ounce mini jars (72 ounces total).
5. Lemon Puff Balls
These little lemon puff candies are perfect for filling favor bags or small mason jars. Use them alone or throw in some other tasty lemon treats!
- PURE CANE SUGAR provides a SOFT BITE at room temp or HARDER BITE when cool - Texture May Vary
- CERTIFIED Fat Free, Gluten Free, and Cholesterol Free - An Awesome Snack Any Day
- INDIVIDUALLY WRAPPED in a RESEALABLE TUB or REFILL BAG to keep your candy FRESH and EASY TO STORE
Lemon-themed Bridal Party Decorations
A lemon-themed bridal shower party is a lot of fun to decorate, especially outside. This doesn’t mean you can’t use this theme indoors.
However, for outdoor events, we have more ideas and space. Here are some superb ideas discussed below.
1. Lemon-themed Napkins
This is such a lovely idea. Imagine how amazing and wonderful it looks. You can buy napkins with lemon images or other yellow-colored fruits. They don’t cost much and make your table look great.
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- Summer Paper co*cktail Napkins: Add the perfect finishing touch to your fruit-themed celebration with these classy co*cktail lemon napkins to create a bright and beautiful fruity affair
- Protect Your Surfaces: Use the lemon napkins to keep your tables clean and stain-free from spilled food, milk, juice, or soda; highly absorbent and soft to ensure a comfortable dining experience
- Quality Napkin, At A Value Price: Each durable 2-ply paper napkin is designed to hold up Each paper napkin is 2-ply to ensure that it doesn’t tear easily when you least expect it
2. Yellow Balloons and Banners
You can use Yellow color Balloons and banners all over your party. This makes your event sweet and colorful.
- Sunflower Party Decorations Set: This sunflower balloon garland kit includes 1pcs ”You Are My Sunshine” banner, 1pcs 7ft sunflower vine, 1pcs 18″ gold pearlescent balloons, 1pcs 18″ yellow balloons, 8pcs 12″ gold confetti balloons, 40pcs 10″ gold pearlescent/yellow/pastel yellow balloons, 5pcs 10″ gold metallic balloons, 40pcs 5″ yellow/pastel yellow balloons,1pcs 100 glue points, 1pcs tying tool, 1pcs balloon arch strip and 1pcs silver ribbon.
- Materials and Quality: You are my sunshine banner and sunflower vine garland are all made of premium thick paper and plastic material, can be reused as well. Strings are long enough to work in any space and colors are also beautiful. And every sunflower balloons of this sunflower birthday party decorations are made with natural latex and have been rigorously tested and selected manually, sturdy and not easy to break.
- Unique Design and Classic Colors: Bright sunflower balloon color matches harmoniously. This sunflower balloon garland kit will make your sunflower baby shower decorations radiant and enchanting. Unique you are my sunshine banner design and wonderful sunflower balloon arch will make you feel warm and comfortable like bathing in the warm spring sun.
3. Faux Lemons
Let’s be honest, lemons aren’t as cheap as they used to be. Since you’ll have to buy the real deal for so many other aspects of your party, go ahead and use faux fruits for decorations.
The price of this 30-pack makes each lemon roughly $0.46. Considering I just paid $.89 for just one the other day at the store, it’s a good buy!
Menu Ideas for Lemon-themed Bridal Shower Party
If you’re looking for the perfect food to serve your guests at your lemon-themed bridal shower, consider some of these menu ideas. Most are perfect for a brunch or “dessert-only” party, but I threw in some ideas in case you’re having a sit-down dinner during your shower. I included YouTube video tutorials for each to make it even easier for you.
Lemon Cupcakes with Lemon Buttercream Frosting
Lemon Layer Cake
Spinach & Strawberry Salad with Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing
Lemon Cookies
Creamy Lemon Chicken
Lemon Curd
Lemon Meringue Pie
Strawberry Lemonade Punch- Non Alcoholic Punch
Lemon Cake
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQ5JgHqGNSs
Lemon Drops
Conclusion
One of the best ways to celebrate your friend’s special day is with a Lemon-themed bridal shower! The bright and charming tangerine hue of the citrusy fruit only adds more splendor to the event.
And cheeks light up from seeing them as table centerpieces, party favors, or in co*cktails too. Plus, it’s impossible to deny that there’s a certain kind of joy that comes with this classic concept addition for any celebratory setting!
A fun take on a sunny staple captures the spirit of a bridal celebration perfectly, so pick lemon and make their shower one filled with delightful décor and extraordinary experiences.
FAQs
What is best theme for a bridal shower?
There are plenty of really good themes that you can use for a bridal shower. Some of the best ones include nautical, beach, backyard, tea party, Paris, and an all-white party.
The choice really depends on your own preference and which colors suit your personality best.
Which color is best for bridal shower?
Since a bridal shower is supposed to be a fun event in every woman’s life, it’s best that you pick out bright celebratory colors for your shower. These colors include neutrals, florals, pastels, and bright hues.
But you can also go with an all-white or all-black color for your bridal shower, if you want it to match your wedding theme.
Should bridal shower colors match wedding?
Not really, but it would be a good way to make the two events synonymous with each other. This is particularly true if you’re struggling in coming up with a theme for your bridal shower.
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Nicole is the editor-in-chief and regular staff writer forLoveYouWedding. What does that mean? Basically, she handles all the day-to-day tasks related to managing writers and bringing you stellar content on planning the LGBTQ+ wedding of your dreams.
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