Bummed Bachelorette

I would just try to focus on those who can make it instead of those who can't. Not to be that person who says "it could be worse," but many brides don't have bachelorette parties at all. There's nothing wrong with a smaller party. It's about quality, not quantity.

I think that's fine for mine it was just me and three other friends. It's a hangout, you'll have fun.

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Agreed! Be happy with what you have. I'm not having a bachelorette party but I'm not upset about it.

You'll have SO much fun. Don't worry! I had 6 bridesmaids at my weekend bach (1 came a day late and had to leave early Sunday) and it was still so fun. I invited closer to 15 (knowing way less would go) including my 9 bridesmaids and a few extra friends. I actually think the less people, the better. There is a lot more bonding time!

Geez I had a blast at my Massachusetts bachelorette and only had two friends with me. Idk I think it’s the quality not the quantity with nights like this. Bond with your friends and try not to think about those who couldn’t come.

I think you'll still have a lot of fun!! Just embrace the time you'll get to spend with those 3 friends!

I’d rather spend time with a small number of people I’m close to than a large group of people I’m not as close with just for the sake of a party.

might not have a bachelorette party (or bridal shower) at all. I only really have 3 or so friends I’m close enough to to invite, and 2 of them are in school (1 in grad school, the other a PhD program) and the 3rd works 3 jobs and likely won’t be able to take time off. All 3 of them also live in 3 different states and none of them lives within 3,000 miles of me. And that’s ok. I know they’re there for me on the day that really counts and that’s what matters to me.

I had mine in Miami with my 3 bridesmaids and we had an absolute blast! Having a small group makes it much easier to plan and afford. Less stress!

Focus on the ones who are coming. I’m not doing a bachelorette party, but I’m trying to do something with each individual person if I can. This is just a bit simpler because I have my two cousins who are both 16 and 14 respectively, my sister and sister-law who are both parents and my sister lives in Alabama, and then my future sister in-law who lives in Vermont and works two jobs so getting time off it hard. (Also I’m not one for those types of parties). You could try this idea, but I will admit it is a bit pricey in the long run.

My bachelorette party will be small too (4 including me), and I'm totally fine with it. I was able to book us a nice hotel room downtown and my MOH has lot planned for us. With a smaller group the details tend to work out better. There's no trouble of, "where did this girl go!?"

I went to a bachelorette last year with a total of three people, including the bride. We had an awesome time! Got our hair done, went to a fancy dinner, and did a paint a sip. Then we came back to my place and had a movie night with brunch the next morning. It was one of the best bachelorettes I went to, so don’t be disappointed yet!

Look on the bright side. Less people coming means less potential drama! Less people to bump heads and disagree on things. I think sometimes people get carried away when it comes to bachelorette parties and make it about themselves and you don't want to deal with that. I know how you feel though, I don't have an abundant amount of close girl friends and sometimes when I invite people over and only a few show up it bums me out. But then I end up having a great time with the people who do end up showing up and that's all that matters.

Attempt at humor ahead. If you drink enough you'll see twice as many friends.

I had three girls on my bachelorette and it was SO WONDERFUL I can’t imagine any way it could’ve possibly been better. They truly were my nearest and dearest so spending time with them was so easy and comfortable and we had a blast.

I totally understand. I had the same thing happen. I am down to one bridesmaid, and nobody else could make it. We just decided to have a weekend that was not associated with any thing bachelorette or wedding related.

Just make the best of it. None of my 4 bridesmaids can make it because they are all out of town and I’m doing it the weekend before the wedding. It’s going to just be my MOH and mother and I’m so excited to
spend a relaxing weekend with my 2 favorite women.

I once went to a friends bachelorette party and there were only 4 of us. It was a blast! It was nice having a small group and not having to worry about everyone. It was also extremely cheap to buy everyone rounds! (If you’re a drinker) I wouldn’t worry too much. I’m sure it’ll be great!

I've got 3 bridesmaids and my brother is my man of honor. Seems great to me! Quality time with ladies who love you and want to celebrate with you is a lot better than having a group of obnoxious drunk girls getting you kicked out of bars or whatnot. Quality over quantity. Besides, if you wear a sash or something, people will be buying you drinks all night. It'll be good to have your nearest and dearest by your side

You're going to have a great time with those 3 friends! Just be silly, get crazy, and enjoy each others company with whatever you do.

I'm in the same place, I ended up telling my two friends who could make it to invite there other friends too