Bridal Shower Inspiration

I am throwing a Bridal shower in August for my dear friend, Amanda. And so I have been brainstorming for awhile about the essential things I feel are necessary for this bridal shower to be what I think of as successful.

Key things I need to make sure it is a blast are:

1. Patterned table cloths

2. signature cocktail

3. yummy dessert table

4. summer salads

5. festive games.

So these are the essentials.

Any suggestions or advice??