Many a hen have asked the question, what to wear to a hens night in winter? If you’re planning a hen party for winter, choosing a theme based on the fashion trends is always a great idea. Firstly it means most people will have something apt in their wardrobe for it and secondly, it just […]
A is for Assemble the troops Send out a save the date in plenty of time to give people a chance to pencil it in. B is for Bridal party brainstorming No matter how much your bride wants to be surprised be sure to get a list of dos and don’ts from her. C is […]
If the hen party plan is mainly centred around a kick ass country house, it’s likely you’ll want to spend as much time possible in the house to make the most of the hen party splurge. Hen party country houses are great for space, luxury and bringing people together. We’ve rounded up some ideas for […]
He asked, she said yes; she asked, you said yes… And now, as a bridesmaid, one of your most important jobs is to make sure the bride-to-be has a hen to remember – but for all the right reasons! If you’re currently hen planning, follow our guide below for some essential tips for making sure […]
Afternoon tea or a tea party should never be underestimated as an activity for your hen do. It’s always one thrown out there but it doesn’t always happen. Sometimes people have an image of it being a little stuffy and no fun and too much of a carb fest however we disagree. It entails friends, […]
Let’s face it, balloons are kind of a big thing at the moment. They have taken over from bunting as the cool statement decoration for your hen party, bridal shower, bachelorette party or any celebration. We love balloons and they really help create a look for the hen do fun along with looking great as […]
Hi ladies, I’ve never formally introduced myself to you on The Hen Planner and now it’s well over due… So, HI! I’m Claire. That’s me facing the camera in the photo. I’m from Cork and live in Dublin. I lived in London for 7 years before moving to Dublin a few years ago. I’m a total product junkie […]
If you’ve already chosen a theme for your hen party, the next thing on your list should be location – believe us, it can either make or break your big idea. Where a vintage theme based in a contemporary hotel in one of London’s business districts would be all kinds of wrong, for a festival theme, glamping in Glastonbury […]
Read on and see the images below for ideas for a classy hen party in Portugal. The fabulous makeup artist, Annette O’Brien has her own special day coming up very soon and has been celebrating her time with her best ladies where she can. She has had two hen parties (lucky ducky!) with the first […]
So! The time has finally come for your hen, the first big event in your wedding calendar. You’re the guest of honour, it’s your time to shine but this comes some added pressure to get the dress right to ensure you’re looking your most fabulous self . To help you plan for your special night, […]
Bridesmaids, have you got a fashionista bride-to-be that’s head over heels in love with all things stylish? Well we’ve got a hen party that’s not on the high street. Forget Paris, New York and Milan and hit the cosmopolitan streets of Dublin’s fair city, the home of too many chic secrets to mention. We’ve lined […]
New York Fashion Week SS 2017 kicked off last week and we’re taking tonnes of inspiration from it for cool hen parties. It’s hard to ignore the lure of fashion week. New season loveliness to gaze at, bloggers sharing what looks like the most fun, cool and glamorous time on their Instagram and Snapchat, wall […]
If you’re looking for a simple and classy hen party theme idea, nothing oozes as much style as a classic, hollywood glamour themed hen do. This one is perfect for the fashionistas and vintage loving ladies. Think of the flawless glamour of starlets like Audrey Hepburn and Marilyn Monroe and you’re on your way to imagining […]
The black and white hen party theme is always a classy and timeless option. It’s also (usually!) an easy option for the hen party guests. Most women will have a few black pieces in their wardrobe to throw an ensemble together. The bride to be can then wear white or whatever colour she likes. A […]
Emma from The Vintage Cream always creates such pretty tea parties. Perfect for ladies who want something stylish, simple and girlie for their hen party, bridal shower or bachelorette. Browse her blog here for more lovely ideas x Image Credits – The Vintage Cream
We were doing my usual Instagram surfing and spotted that Erika Fox of Retro Flame, one of Ireland’s leading fashion bloggers was heading to a hen party in Kinsale, Co Cork. It turned out that this wasn’t just any hen party… The hen party was for Nessa Cotter of the Life’s Lust Haves blog, a […]
Hi ladies, this is the most personal post I have shared on the blog. It’s pretty long and in two parts. Hopefully it will give you all some ideas for your own hen parties. My friend is will probably kill me if I share too much of her but I’m going to anyway….! Over the […]
We’ve been busy stalking the beautiful Irish model, Miss Rosanna Davison’s hen party on Instagram. A true Hen Planner style hen party, we are loving these stunning and stylish photos (from Rosanna’s instagram account). A perfect hen party in our books! Where? Castle Leslie. We have the fabulous Castle Leslie listed on our directory and […]
If you’re looking for a girlie and sophisticated hen party with a difference in Dublin, we really recommend this fabulous option. Where you’ll stay? The Beacon is a fabulous boutique hotel in just outside Dublin city. What’s the activity The activity is a makeover and photoshoot experience. Treat all the girls to professional makeup […]
For all you Downton Abbey fans, we are excited and delighted to bring you this unique hen party experience. This Downton Abbey Hen Party activity is a fun mix of downstairs busyness and mischief, and upstairs posh and naughtiness. To kick it off, everyone dresses as servants to do some of the household “chores”. Don’t […]
Hen parties don’t have to be all about a night on the town with endless shots with a blow up willy in tow. Sometimes all the bride needs is a weekend away with her closest girls. Quality time and catch ups to chill out before the big day. Less is more and this was very […]
