Hen parties have come a long, long way since the days of L-plates, fluffy angel wings and creatively shaped plastic straws. These days, a bride’s pre-wedding bash is more likely to be a tasteful, rather than a tacky, affair. Whether you’re the bride-to-be planning your own pre-wed party or have cleverly delegated the task to your chief bridesmaid, you may already have a few ideas in mind. Perhaps you’ve decided on a long weekend in a picturesque country cottage, or maybe you’re having a blow-out brunch in the city, complete with bottomless Prosecco with your best pals. However you decide to celebrate, decorations and favours are essential. Themed decorations will help set the mood and if you’re including favours, also gives you a chance to treat your friends to a fun memento. Below you’ll find sections on invites, décor, planning, games and favours your squad will actually want. Scroll on to find the best hen party essentials every bride needs for her pre-wedding bash The Invites Papier Flamingo Bay Party Invitation From the Matthew Williamson collection, this fun flamingo-themed invite is as well designed as the fashion label’s clothes. Perfect for a tropical themed do, the pretty invites are printed on textured…