But before we get into the lists of all our unusual and non-traditional bachelorette party ideas, let’s cover a few common questions that come up during the planning process!
To make a bachelorette party extra special, consider embracing unconventional or non-traditional ideas that break away from the typical clichés. Instead of the usual nightclub scene, opt for unique venues and activities that reflect the bride-to-be's interests and vibe. Low-key bachelorette parties can often be just as memorable as extravagant ones! Think about organizing a spa day, a beach picnic, or a movie night under the stars. These unconventional and low-key bachelorette party ideas provide an intimate and relaxed atmosphere, allowing everyone to bond and create lasting memories without the pressure of conforming to traditional party norms. By choosing activities that align with the bride's personality and interests, you can ensure that the bachelorette party becomes an extraordinary and unforgettable celebration that truly reflects her unique style.
When a bride-to-be doesn't want a traditional bachelorette party, it's essential to respect her wishes and find alternative ways to celebrate this special time in her life. Instead of throwing a traditional bachelorette party, consider organizing a personalized gathering tailored to the bride's interests. A low-key and intimate celebration ensures the bride feels cherished and appreciated without any pressure to conform to traditional party expectations. Additionally, you can surprise her with unique and thoughtful gestures, such as a heartfelt letter or a scrapbook filled with memories and well-wishes from loved ones. Ultimately, the key is to honor the bride's preferences and create a memorable experience that reflects her desires and personality, even if it doesn't involve a traditional bachelorette party.
In recent years, there has been a noticeable rise in the popularity of sober bachelorette parties, with a FIFTY PERCENT increase in the number of searches showing that a lot of brides are opting for alcohol-free celebrations (Source: County Wedding Magazines). This growing trend reflects a broader shift towards more inclusive and mindful celebrations that prioritize meaningful experiences over alcohol-fueled festivities. Sober bachelorette parties are not only a great way to accommodate guests who may prefer not to drink, but they also emphasize the importance of bonding, laughter, and genuine connections during this special occasion. A side note: we find wigs to be a wonderful ice-breaker when alcohol isn't being served; the altering of egos provides confidence and a way to bond when liquid courage isn't available!
Moreover, you can create a delicious and refreshing non-alcoholic drink menu with mocktails, sparkling water, and various fruity concoctions. This way, you can still have a celebratory toast without alcohol. Ultimately, a sober bachelorette party can be a unique and memorable experience that centers around bonding, laughter, and the bride-to-be's happiness, making it a special and meaningful celebration without the need for alcohol. If you think you might want to turn your Wig Party into a non-alcoholic occasion, our neighbors at Dear Dry Drinkery have an extensive selection of NA elixirs and potions to delight!
1. The Coco Coquette Wig Party
Of course we made it to the top of this list! Step into our world of vintage glamour and fun with a Coco Coquette Wig Party. Sure, we play host to many a conventional bachelorette party, but hosting an in-house private party with us is not your typical “wig-in-a-bag” bachelorette experience! Our extensive selection of wig styles appeals to the alt babes among us, too! Gather your krewe and join us in our darling vintage eastside bungalow, where you can try wigs of every style and color. Embrace different personas, enjoy a mini makeover, take fabulous photos, and let your inner diva shine. It's a fantastic way to add a touch of glamour and eccentric whimsy to your celebration.
But even if you don't live in Austin or Denver to come visit us in person, we got you babe! We can ship our DIY wig parties anywhere!
With Coco Coquette's DIY wig party packages, you can bring the magic of our wig experiences right to your doorstep. Our team will carefully curate a surprise selection of wigs tailored to your preferences, drawing on our 12+ years of expertise to ensure you're delighted with your choices. Each package includes essential accessories like wig caps and hairpins, making it easy for you and your party guests to transform into your chosen personas. Plus, we offer additional options to enhance your party, such as a collection of fabulous lashes, dazzling Elektra Cosmetic Bolt Balm Glitter to add some extra sparkle to your look, a variety of lipsticks, and the chance to invite World Famous Bob to present a Zoom-led Bingo game to elevate the mood at your gathering. No matter where you are, Coco Coquette's DIY wig parties promise a memorable and glamorous experience that you and your friends won't forget! Talk about the ultimate at home bachelorette party experience!
2. Adult Roller Skating at Playland
Revisit the nostalgia of your childhood with a twist by hosting your bachelorette party at the roller skating rink on adult night! Playland’s atmosphere offers a vibrant mix of music, neon lights, and a carefree vibe. Glide across the rink with your friends, create a roller disco playlist for your pregame, dress in a 70s theme (may we suggest adding a wig to that fit?), and enjoy a night filled with laughter, spins, and maybe a few tumbles.
3. Pole or Chair Dance Class at Minx + Muse
For a bachelorette party that combines fitness, sass, and witchy seduction, consider booking a class at Minx and Muse. Learn sultry dance moves, boost your confidence, and celebrate your femme mystique in a supportive and empowering environment. It's a unique and entertaining way to bond with your bridesmaids while breaking out of your comfort zone.
Photo from The Austin Chronicle
4. Night of Tarot with Sister Temperance Tarot
Delve into the mystical and magical by arranging a private tarot reading session with Sister Temperance Tarot. Gather your friends for an evening of self-discovery and guidance. Whether you're a believer or just curious, Sister Temperance Tarot can offer unique insights and clarity making for an unforgettable and spiritually enriching bachelorette experience. Also available as an add-on to our Wig Parties!
5. Seance with The Real Ghosts Of… !
Looking to add a spine-tingling twist to your bachelorette party? Look no further than our unique and unconventional suggestion: a seance with The Real Ghosts Of...! Dive into the supernatural realm as you and your squad join forces with this paranormal podcast's expert hosts for a night of eerie exploration and spine-chilling encounters. Whether you're a believer or a skeptic, this ghostly gathering promises an unforgettable experience that will have you and your bridesmaids talking about it long after the wedding bells have rung. Join us for a bachelorette party like no other, where you'll channel your inner ghostbuster and make memories that are sure to haunt you (in a good way) forever!
Glamorous or Ghastly? Sexy Siren or Serpent Headed Medusa? Whatever your fancy or fantasy, Austin’s favorite holiday is upon us. No sooner than you can hang up your ACL Headdress, it’ll be time for spirits & sprites, fairies & fetishes: Ghouls in the know shop Coco!
Are you feeling low on Inspo? Don’t know witch-a-way to go-go? Never fear, dears, come closer while we tell you a tale of our Multi-Vendor Vintage Costume Yard Sale! Our 8th Annual Sale comes just in time to dress you and yours to the nines! We bring together multiple vendors to complement our own collection and there is something for everyone! Build your whole Halloween lewk from the ground up in one day, honey! Our expert wig-whisperers and styling mavens will be on hand to accent you perfectly from hair hat to filigree claws, y’all. This year marks eight fabulous years of this sale happening on Sunday OCt 22nd from 12 to 5 at our shop Coco Coquette, 2109 E Cesar Chavez, ATX 78702. We bring together a curated collection from some of the biggest Costume Queens on the scene! Some of this year’s vendors include Bre Lembitz of Ministry + Muse, Modern Language Vintage, Reclaimed Magic, and more!
BOO! BOO! BOOKING! Not to scare you, but… although we always have extended hours leading up to the High Halloween Holiday to accommodate your every costuming and make-up vision, you best light a cauldron under your bums, witchy ones, because our Wig Parties, Flash Parties, More-GlaMore Seshes, and Individual Make-Up Sessions are gone in a wave of the wand! Whether you want a dramatic eye and lips that last through the final fatal kiss, or you have a whole Fantasy Face conjured up, we can make your wishes come true. Book early!
We have a service to fit your style from the Quickie (Lips, eyes,& lashes, baby.You come correct with your base face in place) or The Glam (45 minute full-face with or without jewels, includes lashes) to The Fantasy (full theatrical make-up, elaborate face paint, prosthetics) or MoreGlaMore (Photo Shoot with shots you will want to share! Stylists, lights, close-ups, and accessories) We can even teach you how to DIY this stuff, love. Book a one-on-one instructional class for any make-up skill set you want to attain to dazzle Austin during Halloween. Do note that on Saturday, Oct 28th, we are only taking Glam, Fantasy, and M2F appointments (sorry, no Quickies), and appointments start at $100 (more for the extended gore/ prosthetics/ jewel encrusted extras!)
We foresee a séance in your future. Come join us in the otherworldly realm with our newest Coquette, and acclaimed medium, Nicole Riccardo, of The Real Ghosts of… Did you ever use the Ouija Board to have a chat beyond the veil? Spend a slumber party playing “Light as a Feather, Stiff as a Board” or scare yourself senseless with terrifying tales told in the dark? Us too! Gather with Austin’s own team of paranormal detectives who look to the untold stories in Austin’s past and uncover just what does go bump in the night. Sign up HERE for The Halloween Séance taking place in our parlour on Nov 2 (Day of the Dead). 1920s costuming optional, but highly encouraged.
Why wait for the parade to pass you by when you can lead it? Nothing says, “The Party has Arrived” like a High Halloween Headdress or Custom Wig! Get ready for the paparazzi photo requests wherever you roam in our creations made to match your wildest dreams!
Custom orders for headpieces and super-styled wigs are among our favorite things to conjure in the Coco-Coquette shop, and they are the showstoppers that take the most time to create. Don’t wait! Share your vision and we’ll bring it to life in time for you to dazzle at multiple parties. Our request sheet is at capacity, so hit us up if you'd like to add your name to the waitlist for something bespoke and bespooky! Otherwise, you can shop our line of original pieces that we’ll be rolling out fresh each week; follow our insta for first dibs!
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Doing the matineé? It’s never too early to rise and sparkle at Coco! Get your gang together and book a morning Wig Party - yes! We host private parties before the shop opens, so you can get glam for the day ahead! Imagine hosting your very own Barbie Dream House Party. We provide everything you need to transform into your most Barbietastic selves! Our shop of sparkles is filled with bits and baubles for you and your besties to try; from makeup to earrings and everything inbetween. Morning parties begin at 10am and end at 12pm and you’ll have the whole shop to your beautiful selves. Barbie herself would be pink with envy. Come on, Barbie, let’s go party!
Can you imagine the stir you'll create when you prance into Taquero Mucho for a little snack and all the selfies? Talk about matchy-matchy in all the best ways! Want a little pick-me-up and something as sweet as you look? How about a cult-worthy VooDoo Doughnut with a little espresso and a side of pink storefront photo shoot? Yas, honey. Yas!
So, you’ve got your Perfect Pink Hair, or maybe you went Barbie Blonde and your Starry Eyed Sunnies on, but you need just a little something extra? At Coco Coquette, we believe ‘extra’ isn’t extra at all, it’s just right! More is perfect. Your crowning glory awaits in our headdress selection! Check out this fancy femme Sweet Headdress for inspo, but you just know we’ve got tons more goodies for grabbing! Our handmade headdresses fly off the shelf faster than we can even post them online, so if you're in the Austin area, you just have to come in person and see for yourself. It’s a wonderland of creative self-expression in here and we can’t wait to share it all with you! Of course we will ship and create your custom Barbie Movie topper, just reach out and let us know what you need!
Let us make your make-up dreams come true, too! We have so many levels of professional make-up artist offerings on the menu at Coco Coquette, we know we have the perfect selection to go with your Barbie Movie tickets. You can choose The Glam and let our pros do it all for you! Foundation to lashes, love. You will love admiring yourself in the mirror and on the selfie wall. Want to come in with the groundwork already laid? Treat yourself to a Coco Quickie! We do lips, lids and lashes in a flash so you can be your Barbie best and be on your way to the show. Add a wig to turn it into a MIni-Sesh and get your make-up for even less! Are you a Ken Doll seeking to release your inner Barbie? Book a M2F and get your groove on, darling.
Speaking of make-up, you are bound to love your new lewk, and we can send it with you to-go so you can recreate your sparkle from home. Shop our curated and glamorous selection of top-quality cosmetics, like Besamé Magic Pink Lipstick and Chunky Glitter Lashes to match. Rouge those cheeks with Winky Lux Cheeky Roses and add the finishing touch with Kryolan Natural Glitter. It’s eco-friendly; plastic free and biodegradable. Loving yourself and planet Earth never looked so sparkly!
You are going to want to party in pink and post your pics after the Barbie Movie, so book some tix to the Museum of Ice Cream! They have all the backdrops and vignettes of your thinking pink ice cream dreams! There’s a reason they are the most shared museum in history (and HER-story!). At Coco Coquette, we have done our own photo shoots at the Museum and we can tell you first hand: Barbie and Ken have never looked so good. Get in there and play it up!
And, OMG Squee, lest we forget! Did you know that our east Austin neighbor OMG Squee was featured on season 6 of Queer Eye? Sarah Lim may be famous now, but she is still making the sweetest sweets in town and still in the shop herself. Go by for some pink love, strawberry milk soft serve and oh, yeah, more selfies! All her treats are gluten-free as well!
The Barbie Movie is destined to be the blockbuster of the summer, and summer in Texas is prime movie time. Don’t just go see it, honey, go be it! And let us at Coco Coquette help you do just that! We are ready and waiting to sparkle you from head to toe, so jump in your Barbie car or rollerblade on in here and let’s get to glittering!
Well look at you, darling! You’ve just wrapped your Coco Coquette Wig Party! You and your squad are looking better than ever. This is your night! You’ve had your eyes sparkled, your lashes are lushly fluttering (and professionally applied by one of our MUAs) and your pouty lips are puckered for the selfie of all selfies. One of our resident Wig Whisperer Goddesses has seen that your ‘do is ready for its close-up and you are feeling oh-so-fine.
Be sure you get your first set of wig party photos snapped right in the Coco Coquette shop or on our wall out front. Who knows? You might find fame on our Instagram Page! Now that it’s time for all of Austin to admire your new look, where to go, where to go?
We know Austin like the back of our own rhinestone glove, love. Look no further, we’ve got some winning recs for Austin hot spots coming at you below. Now, we’re not just saying this because Drinks Lounge & Records is our neighbor, but many of our glammed up beauties walk right down the block and make Drinks Lounge their first stop. Don’t let that low-key exterior fool you, flirty. You want a frozen concoction with an aloe leaf, a rainbow flag and a paper umbrella? They’ve got you.
Across the street from Drinks, you'll find more dranks at that 70s bar, High Noon! And just a ways down the road (about 7 blocks East), you'll find the newest kid on our block: Lovebirds. The interior is colorful, and the cocktails are inspired.
Need a bite with your bevvy? We’re super partial to the fine folx at Kinda Tropical! Go a little bit deeper east than Coco is located, and relax with laid back snacks of a high caliber with an East Austin vibe that just can’t be faked.
Fancy a little bit fancier? Level up with a late night dinner at Justines!
If you aren’t wasting a night of rhinestone lashes on a pool-less patio, make your appearance at Kitty Cohen’s with a 70s vibe complete with Burt Reyonlds’ smokey stare and a mini-pool for all your posing needs. After a bowl of Key Punch (but please, don’t drive) you’ll be ready to migrate downtown to some of our favorite Austin dancing spots.
Your booty was made for shakin’ and the 4th Street District awaits! (used to rightly be called the Warehouse District, but we can’t seem to find those former warehouses nowhere, honey. No worries, we like dance floors better anyway) We want to see you on the huge lighted dance floor at Rain! Take your Coco Wig out for a spin and you will be the belle of the ball, Rain always lifts our spirits to the heavens!
Want that super exclusive feel while the paparazzi chase you? Book a reso at Midnight Cowboy to sip a libation made tableside just for you. Rub tootsies under the table and we bet you find your inner-twin’s name at that very moment. Take your new alter-ego straight to Cheer Up Charlie’s and dance the night away under the stars with like-minded fabulous ones. Cheer Ups has had our heart for a long time and at Coco Coquette, we know you will fall in love with them, too.
Perchance you and your krewe are looking for an experience that transports you to another time and place? Well, you know we love to keep it weird here in ATX, so book your very own trip to the other side at The Eureka Room! We can’t tell you much, and they won’t either, but trust us: it’s forty minutes in heaven and you won’t stop talking about it for months on end.
A little more mellow, you say? Never fear, dear, we know the way. What you want to do is get yourself some Underground Sounds at Devil May Care. They have it all! Bites, breaks, and blow jobs! It’s a jazz bar, silly. It’s literally their jobs to blow the trumpet and sax. You naughty monkey, you. You’ll fit the bill in fresh hair from our magical wig room!
And lastly, but not leastly, because so many of you come to us for the best bachelorette events in all of Texas: where can the bachelorette party go to play and stay? Well, that’s a whole ‘nother blog post, dearheart. Check back for our ultimate guide to bachelorette from budget to baller in Austin, Texas!
We've been adding some sweet new offerings to our ever- expanding Little Shop of Glamour! This month's featured designers are Coucou Suzette and Valfre.
Coucou Suzette is a french design house that specializes in titillating pins and socks. We love their inclusive representation of sexual orientation and racial identity; and their designs are too freakin' cute!
Many of you are probably already familiar with L.A.- based, Mexican- born artist, IIse Valfré. We've been a long- time admirer of her artwork and are so thrilled to now carry her edgy/ flirtatious/ whimsical brand in the form of greeting cards, pins, handbags and hats!
We're slowly adding these gems to our online store, but if you're in Austin, stop by our brick and mortar to see our full collection!
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We know there's a lot going on this month, but we have a couple more dates to add to your calendar!
Thursday, 12/7 8pm-11pm: We'll be hosting the singer of Riders Against the Storm, Qi for the debut trunk show of her new jewelry line called QiBoard. Ceremony + performance of new music will begin at 9:30pm, but come early for complimentary food, cocktails and shopping!. See her FB invite for all the deets. We hope to see you tomorrow night!
Saturday, 12/9 11am-1pm: We're so excited that artist Tom Britton will be offering FREE 15 minute portraits at our shop! We suggest coming a little early to find a wig you'd like to wear for your sitting. As spaces are limited we recommend calling ahead (512) 344-9173 to reserve a time slot. We also ask that you bring an item to donate to SAFE Alliance. For a list of what they need, please refer to their wishlist.
Mon 12/11-Wed 12/13: We know holiday gifting can get hectic this time of year, and we want to help. We're offering FREE SHIPPING on all domestic orders placed online between Monday and Wednesday of next week. We even have beautiful handmade cards for purchase; let us know if you'd like us to include a note with your present! Enter WINTERSHIP at checkout.
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I attribute the success we've enjoyed thus far to the organic manner in which we've been able to grow. When I first opened our doors in May of 2010, I had no idea what I was doing! We also didn't have any customers, so I was able to learn by trial and error as we went, with little to no audience there to witness my failures. Sharing space with Lulubelle Salon and Charm School Vintage also allowed for us to support each other and learn from each other's successes and missteps as we went, and sharing our rent and bills was no small blessing!
Now as we enter year 8, so much is new and different and we are bracing ourselves for the next chapter! Cesar Chavez is a much different street than what it was when we first opened. While we do love feeling a part of a bustling business district, we are saddened that many of the residents and business owners who were here long before us have had to move on due to outrageous rent and property tax increases. We will be experiencing an extreme rent increase ourselves, as well as an expansion, but trust that our amazing community and clientele will see us through this new transition...
We're super excited to share all the newness with you all, but until then...
Here's a little video of our party, shot and edited by my boo, Justin Wilson:
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These past 7 years have been the most magical of my life y'all. I'm so grateful to this city, this street and this COMMUNITY for embracing our shop and continuing to support, inspire and co-create our daily expressions of beauty and self- transformation!! THANK YOU!
The number 7 isn't just a lucky number; in numerology, it represents the seeker, the thinker, the searcher for truth. Year 7 in the cycle of life is a time for introspection, personal growth and spiritual fulfillment... We will be casting off our evening of quietude and introspection, however, to celebrate this beautiful moment in the cycle of life with YOU! And if you'd like to learn more about the auspiciousness of your own mythology as it pertains to numbers, our babe and mystical enchantress, J RamRattan Grace will be offering numerology readings at our party!
We will also be honoring the large agave plants in front of our building that have been with us since the very beginning. In the last 6 weeks, they have sprouted their asparagus- like stalks and are in the throws of their last splendid display before their demise... Let's drink a toast to their beauty and wish them a frond farewell; they will be missed!
And what better way to toast these magnificent plants, than with some magical mescal? GEM&BOLT will be providing us with their very special spirits which combine Mescal and Damiana for an uplifting heart- opening elixir!
Our friends at Cambrella Photography will be here from 8-9pm to capture your fabulousness... And if you need a little added razzle-dazzle, we'll be offering 15% off any wig purchases during the fête!
Please join us Thursday, June 15th 7pm-9:30pm
2109 E Cesar Chavez, Austin, TX 78702
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