The one where the bride wore black...
She's got a penchant for martinis, and a thing for turning every outfit into a moment. Til Death Do Us Party is the hen theme for the girls who understand that drama is a form of self-expression. Think moody florals, candlelight, vampy nails and a wedding-season palette that refuses to be beige. It works for city dinners, Airbnbs that allow noise complaints, or anywhere you can justify wearing lace gloves. Bonus points if there’s a rooftop. And red wine. Obviously.
Decor
The goal is somewhere between moody editorial and an It Girl funeral. Skip the neon and opt for matte blacks, rich reds, deep purples and candlelight everything. Layered textures, dramatic blooms, and no pastel pinks allowed.
HOW TO DECORATE TIL DEATH DO US PART
Use black, burgundy and ivory candles of different heights. Add antique holders or black metal bases. The more wax drips, the better.
Candle Clusters
Go big with florals in oxblood, plum, and dark green. Add dried elements like black palms or bunny tails for texture.
Moody Floral Moment
Set up a DIY martini bar with olives, lemons, and bitters. Serve in mismatched vintage glasses. Bonus points for custom stirrers.
Martini Station
Use velvet or silk in deep shades. Layer with black cutlery, moody menus, and dark place cards with gothic calligraphy.
Dramatic Table Runners
Get a black-paged guestbook and white gel pens. Everyone writes a eulogy for the bride’s single life. Funny, dramatic, highly photogenic.
Funeral Guestbook
Drop a pair of sheer black or burgundy gloves into each guest's place setting. Serve drama on arrival.
Lace Gloves for the Group
What To Do
This isn’t your average hen night. The games should feel like a scene from Clueless shot by Sofia Coppola. Dark humour, dramatic reveals, and a side of mischief.
But we’ve also got a few kickers perfect for the theme.
Games, but make it gothic
Get the free til' death do us part templates.
If you’re staying in, send your hens on a mission to find items like a horseshoe, or even a miniature cactus. If you’re going out, you’re asking them to get a picture with the sheriff (or the local copper) or to down an ‘Original Cowboy’ in the nearest speakeasy. Use templated WANTED posters to send them on their way.
SCAVENGER HUNT
Instead of pinning a willy on an unsuspecting cartoon naked man, we’re going back to basics. You know the drill, see who can place their tail closest to the bullseye while blindfolded. It's a hilarious take on a childhood favourite, and trust me, the results will have you in stitches.
PIN THE TAIL ON THE DONKEY
This will only work if you’re staying in a fairly substantial AirBnB for your hen do, but it will be the talk of the weekend if you manage to pull it off. After a few tequilas, the girls won’t know what has hit them, and the bride will be blown over by his moves (potentially). Sure fire way to get everyone giggling.
LINE DANCING
What To Wear
Basic rules for Til Death: If you’re going out in the evening, you’re dressing like you're attending a gothic awards show. If you're staying in, lean into sheer, lace, or a velvet set that would make Morticia Addams proud. No novelty tees, no matching sashes. The best thing you can do is send a moodboard for your hens so no one shows up giving Polly Pocket.
THIS IS A SUBHEADING
The Bride
This is her Morticia-core moment.
Go for black, oxblood or even white, but make it structured, sexy and severe. Lace detailing, satin fabric, or a longline blazer dress all work. Pair with stilettos, dramatic eyeliner, and a veil if you dare. Add a vampy lip, killer clutch, and a quiet nod to Tim Burton somewhere in the mix.
SHOP THE LOOK
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The GUESTS
Eveningwear, but make it chaotic-good. Think jewel tones, all-black, mesh, satin or sheer. Bonus points for gloves, feathers, or a bold lip. Don’t shy away from drama: bring the veil, the corset top, or that dress you thought was “too much.” Because if not now, when?
SHOP THE LOOK
Oscar De Larenta
£435
Oscar De Larenta
£435
Oscar De Larenta
£435
Oscar De Larenta
£435
Oscar De Larenta
£435
Til' Death Do Us Part
Our free theme kit has everything you need to pull off a hen that’ll have everyone saying, Yeehaw! Inside: editable invites, printable games, outfit moodboards and planning templates. Enough to kill the stress (but keep the drama).