From The Straits Times    |

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#1 Create a Whatsapp or Facebook group

The first order of the day is to create a Whatsapp or Facebook group – it not only allows your bridal party to get in touch easily, it also serves as an outlet to discuss plans, and to keep up on the wedding details. 

 

#2 Plan a spa party

Everyone will be stressed out over the wedding prep as the big day approaches. Thank and pamper your girlfriends with a spa party. Spartys by Lush Spa’s Chic Hens Party package includes a warm milk footbath, a moisturisng coconut scrub, and a 60-minute full body massage or 20-minute foot massage, plus a chocolate hand dip per guest. Afterwards, enjoy delectable canapes as well as a glass of pink bubbly, and take home a petite jar of ginger tea. The cost: $228+ per person (min. 3 guests) 

Find out more at www.lushspa.com.sg. 

 

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#3 Hire a private yacht
Charter a cruise to take you and your a friends around Singapore’s waters in style. There’s plenty of room (usually between 12 to 18 people at least) so you can get the guys in on this one too! 

 

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#4 Get fit! 
Sign up for a fitness class together – it’s a great way to bond and get in shape for your wedding! It can be anything from yoga to dance classes like pole dancing and Zumba. Check out our list of 5 fun ways to lose weight and get in shape for your wedding. 

 

See also: Not losing weight in time for your wedding? This could be why 

 

#5 Slumber parties
A bonding session with pillow fights, champagne, movies and breakfast in the morning. How cool is that?

 

 

#6 Get artsy 
Express your creativity through a fun art-jamming session with the girls at Arteastiq Boutique Tea House (6235-8705). The private three-hour session lets you have the space all to yourself, plus art materials and drinks. For more info, visitwww.arteastiq.com

 

#7 Flower power
You get to take home your very own arrangement, and grab great tips on how to put together your own mix of flowers in future. Classes are available at florists such as The Floral Atelier (www.thefloralatelier.co), Inside The Knot (www.insidetheknot.com) and Yilian Ng Flowers (www.facebook.com/yilianng).

 

#8 Party like a rockstar 

This is really a no-brainer if you and your friends enjoy the party scene. Get them all dressed to the nines, pick your favourite watering hole or dance club, and paint the town red with your #girlsquad. 

 

 

This article was first featured in Her World Brides June – August 2013, with new additions.