All too often we head into the city on a Friday night and come across hen parties that seem to have become chaotic; mothers of the brides dancing with offensive inflatables to their daughter's disgust, hens who haven't made it out of the hotel and of course the ubiquitous L-plates. Combatting these pitfalls as well as keeping an entire friendship group happy with the party's budget, location and theme can make organising a hen party almost as much work as organising the wedding itself!

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Luckily, help is at hand. Here, ClaireaBella, the lifestyle brand which makes you feel good about yourself, offers Female First its top tips on organising the perfect hen party.

ClaireaBella's top tips

  1. The all-important invite list - as if the wedding list wasn't enough of a pain! Consider who you're inviting and remember the wild night out that your best mate has in mind, may not be suitable for your mum and auntie. You can always split the weekend up into sections, a spa day or a cocktail making masterclass followed by a meal for all of your party, followed by a night out on the tiles for your more energetic attendees
  2. It's never too early to fix a date - remember people's diaries fill up quickly and it's best to make sure you let people know well in advance to ensure you get a really good turnout
  3. The dreaded m-word - the cost of a hen do really can be a deal breaker for some people, especially if they are strapped for cash! So before you plan that Las Vegas weekend getaway, set a realistic budget. No one likes talking money or being lumbered with collecting the cash, so make sure whoever is in charge makes it clear how much is needed and when for
  4. Home or away - location, location, location! Again, budget will be a big decider on this but sometimes there are some great weekend deals to be had, in the UK and abroad. Do your research and then sound out options. Also remind everyone to check their passports are up- to-date if you're jetting off overseas!
  5. The big idea - everyone loves a theme and hen parties are no exception. That doesn't mean you have to settle for 'vicars and tarts'! Far from it, Sex and the City, or the 80s are just some of the themes that are quick to pull together (think shoulder pads and backcombing!!)
  6. The personal touch - personalisation makes all the difference and can make a hen do feel that little bit more special. A favourite is the personalised jute bag from ClaireaBella, also a fave with a whole host of celebs from Michelle Keegan to Kelly Brook. Not only will you be bang on trend but it will be a great keepsake. Get yours now from toxicfox.co.uk

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