Sardine Girl Summer: The Unexpected Bridal Shower Theme We Can’t Get Enough Of
Move over, rosé-all-day — the era of the Sardine Girl Summer bridal shower is here, and it’s delightfully niche in all the right ways. Inspired by the viral aesthetic celebrating all things coastal, vintage, and unapologetically fishy (yes, tinned fish is having a moment).
This bridal shower theme brings together charm, kitsch, and high-fashion irony for an event that feels both curated and carefree.
Think coastal grandmother meets Mediterranean market:
Tinned sardines as table décor or name cards (bonus points for personalized labels!)
Olive oil and sea salt favors
Aperol spritz and vermouth stations
Linen tablecloths, seashell accents, and mismatched vintage glassware
A playlist that moves from old Italian love songs to French café jazz
This theme is perfect for the bride who loves an aesthetic moment, doesn’t take herself too seriously, and wants something completely different from the traditional blush-and-gold affair.
You can also have some major fashion moments with this theme, shout out our fashion gal, Paige DeSorbo sporting her brass fish-shaped bag by Vin – who is really making the fish summer happen.
Why it works:
It’s unexpected, fun, and dripping with personality. Plus, it leans into current bridal trends like intimate gatherings, maximalist tablescapes, and “core” aesthetics that reflect a bride’s true vibe.
Would you go full fish for your bridal shower? 🐟
