Nautical Themed Bachelorette Party Ideas: Let’s Get Nauti!

Nautical-themed bachelorette parties are a popular choice for brides-to-be who love the ocean or have a seaside wedding. This theme offers a wide range of creative ideas that can be incorporated into the party, from decorations to activities, food, and attire.

Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway to a beach town or a boat ride on the ocean, a nautical bachelorette party is a fun and stylish way to celebrate the bride-to-be.

In this article, we’ll explore great ideas for your Nautical themed Bachelorette or Hen Party.

What’s the Nautical Themed Bachelorette?

A nautical theme is a popular choice for bachelorette parties, especially those held near the beach or on a boat and for the bride to be who loves all things sailing (but of course, that’s not essential to enjoy this theme!)

The nautical theme is thought to have gained popularity in recent years partially thanks to The Lonely Island parody song I’m on a Boat, the title of which has now become a popular meme.

It’s all about incorporating elements of the sea and sailing into the party decor and activities.

To create a cohesive nautical theme, it’s important to stick to a specific colour palette. The most common colours used in nautical themes are navy blue, white, and red. These colours are often paired with gold or silver accents to add a touch of glamour.

Nautical Bachelorette Slogans

If you’re looking for a fun slogan for your invitations, shirts or simply for Instagram captions, here’s a few suggestions:

Let’s Get Nauti! – A play on words between nautical and naughty!

The Last Sail Before the Veil

We’re on a Boat – From the Lonely Island song

Boat Hair, Don’t Care

She’s Tying The Knot – a nod to sailing ropes and knots

Let’s Get Ship Faced

Boozin’ & Cruisin’

Tides Out Brides Out

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Invitations and Announcements

When it comes to a nautical themed bachelorette party, the invitations and announcements set the tone for the entire event. Here are some tips and ideas to make sure your invitations and announcements are on point.

Invitation Design

The invitation design should reflect the nautical theme of the party. Our themed Nautical  Bachelorette party invitations are instant download Canva templates that you can edit completely for free. The template comes with 2 sizes – 5×7” for printing and a mobile size for sharing with your guests instantly. 

Each size also comes with a one page digital itinerary so you can give your guests an at a glance overview of the whole weekend.

If you are making your own invitations, consider adding some texture. For example, use a linen or textured cardstock for the invitation, or add a ribbon or twine bow to tie everything together.

Consider using navy blue and white as the primary colours, with accents of red, gold, or silver. You can also incorporate nautical motifs like anchors, compasses, and sailboats into the design.

Choosing the Perfect Venue

Choosing the perfect venue for your nautical theme hen party is key. There are several options to consider, including beach locations, boat parties, and indoor venues.

Beach Locations

Beach locations are an ideal option for a nautical bachelorette party, providing a beautiful backdrop for the celebration. Look for beaches with a nautical feel, such as those with a boardwalk or pier. A beach house rental can also be a great option, providing a private space for the group to relax and enjoy the festivities.

Boat Party

Another popular option for a nautical bachelorette party is a boat party. This can range from a one-day cruise to a multi-day destination if budget allows. Look for boats that offer full amenities, such as dining, a full bar, and entertainment options like a DJ. A boat party can be a unique and exciting way to celebrate the bride-to-be.

Indoor Venues

Indoor venues can also be a great option for a nautical bachelorette party, especially if the weather is not ideal for an outdoor celebration. Look for venues with a nautical theme, such as a waterfront restaurant or a venue with a view of the water. Decorate the space with nautical-themed decor, such as anchors, ropes, and life preservers, to create a festive atmosphere.

Overall, the key to choosing the perfect venue for a nautical bachelorette party is to find a location that fits the theme and can accommodate the group size. Consider the bride-to-be’s preferences and budget when making the final decision.

Decorations and Accessories

When it comes to a nautical-themed bachelorette party, the decorations and accessories play a vital role in creating the perfect atmosphere. Here are some ideas for how to decorate the party space and what accessories to provide for the guests.

Maritime Decor

To create a maritime atmosphere, use decorations such as anchors, ropes, and navy and white stripes. Hang a banner that says “Let’s Get Nauti!” or “Last Sail Before the Veil!” to set the tone for the party. Use tablecloths and napkins in navy and white stripes to tie the theme together.

Other maritime decor options include life preservers, compasses, and telescopes. These can be used as table centrepieces or hung on the walls to add to the nautical vibe. Check out our Let’s Get Nauti Amazon List for more inspiration.

Welcome & Table Sign templates

Our Nautical Bachelorette Welcome sign Canva template comes in 4 sizes from 24 x 36 to 8 x 10, making it perfect to edit for a variety of purposes. Create a welcome sign using the larger templates to greet your guests at the venue entrance, and use the smaller sign for buffet tables, games and whatever else you like!

Larger signs can be printed online or at your local print shop.

Photo Props

Photo props are a fun addition for any Bach or Hen Party, and make a great accessory for photos of the weekend to share on social media.

You can grab our collection of 30 Nautical Bachelorette props as an instant download printable file which means they are a fantastic last minute prop for your bachelorette celebrations.

Buy The Bride A Drink QR Codes

Great for sharing on social media or taking out with you on the town, we have a range of editable Buy The Bride a Drink templates for both sharing digitally on socials and printing out onto card or stickers.

All you need to do is add in your own Venmo, Paypal or other payment app QR code.Wondering how you do that? Don’t worry, we’ve got all the steps broken down in this post: How to Create A Buy The Bride A Drink Custom QR code

Nautical Themed Attire

Encourage guests to dress in nautical-themed attire to fully embrace the party theme. Sailor hats, “Bride’s Crew” Shirts, and anchor jewellery are all great options. The bride-to-be can wear a white dress with navy and white accents to stand out from the crowd.

If you want to take it up a notch, provide captain’s hats with veils for the bride and bridesmaids to wear. These can be a fun accessory for group photos and will make for a memorable keepsake.

Entertainment and Activities

A nautical-themed bachelorette party is not complete without some fun entertainment and activities. Here are some ideas for making the event memorable:

Nautical Games

To keep the party going, consider incorporating some nautical-themed games. Our Printable Nautical Bachelorette Game Bundle includes 14 different fun bachelorette games while keeping the Nautical theme aesthetic.

Clean and Dirty versions are included for several games. You can choose to either use one set or combine both meaning you don’t have to worry about embarrassing anyone – unless of course, that’s your aim!

What’s included:

1. Game instructions / Prep
2. Guest most likely to
3. How Old Was the Bride photo game
4. Scavenger Hunt
5. Would she rather…(clean)
6. Would she rather…(dirty)
7. 20 Questions about the Bride-to-be
8. What did the Groom Say? (Clean)
9. What did the Groom say? (Optional add on dirty questions)
10. Never or Ever (Clean) – with optional Never / Ever cards
11. Never or ever (Dirty)
12. Over or Under
13. Bride or Groom? -with optional Bride / Groom cards
14. Memory of the Bride to Be

Drink or Dare Board Game

Take the games to the next level with this Let’s Get Nauti custom board game. Like all our digital products it is editable in Canva so you can change the rules to suit your party, including the Truth or Dare and “Drink if” cards! A popular item and ideal icebreaker.

Boat Ride

A boat ride is a must for any nautical-themed bachelorette party. Rent a boat or book a charter and enjoy the views of the water while sipping on cocktails. Consider a sunset cruise for a romantic and picturesque experience.

Treasure Hunt

For an adventurous activity, plan a treasure hunt. Hide clues around the boat or beach house and have the bride and her crew solve them to find the treasure. The treasure could be anything from a bottle of champagne to a nautical-themed gift basket.

Nautical Party Favors

Finally, send guests home with a nautical-themed party favour to remember the celebration. Some ideas include mini bottles of rum or champagne with custom labels, anchor bottle openers, or personalised tote bags with the party’s name and date.

Water Bottle Labels

Keep your refreshments on theme with these custom editable water bottle labels. Simply edit the text in Canva to personalize for your event, then print and attach to water bottles.n Not only great as a party favor or in a hangover kit, but with their theme cohesive colors they will also look great on the table as guests arrive.

Hangover Kit Labels

If you’re thinking of creating hangover kits for guests, this set of two Let’s Get Nauti tags can be customized how you wish while still being cohesive to the nautical theme. Add to favor bags, makeup bags and more!

Bachelorette Photo Mat Template

Create a perfect bachelorette keepsake for your bride-to-be with this custom editable Nautical bachelorette printable photo mat as you celebrate the last sail before the veil!

These photo mats are easily editable in Canva to personalize with your bride’s name and bachelorette party details. Print out the template and get all the guests to sign. Then after the bachelorette weekend, choose the best group photo to add to the template before framing and presenting to your bride-to-be as a treasure keepsake of the weekend.

Custom Lanyards

Give your guests a fun welcome party favor at the beginning of the bachelorette weekend with these custom editable Lanyard templates! Edit for free in Canva to add your guests’ names, print and insert into vertical lanyard holders like these for a fun start to the festivities.

Scrunchie Tags

Got boat hair but don’t care? These custom editable scrunchie templates are perfect and inexpensive party favors. Personalize for each guest, print onto thin cardstock and attach to scrunchies like these to give to guests. Perfect!

Party Favor Stickers

Ideal for attaching to mini bottles of fizz, favor bags and more, we have both rectangular mini wine label templates and round favor sticker templates cohesive to our Nautical Bachelorette Party range. Both sizes are optimized to fit Avery print to edge stickers and are compatible to use with the free Avery Design & Print software.For more details on this process, check out our dedicated post How to Customise a sticker using Avery Design & Print.

Are You Planning A Nautical Themed Bachelorette Party?

Is this the bachelorette theme for you? If so, be sure to check out our Nautical Bachelorette party bundle containing all our products featured in this post plus more to give you over 20 unique instant download products to complement your Last Sail Before the Veil Bachelorette Party.

Now You’re Ready for your Last Sail Before The Veil!

We hope this post has given you plenty of ideas for your nautical themed bachelorette party. Know someone who is planning a nautical themed hen party? Be sure to share this post with them!

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