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Adrienne Bailon And Fiancé Israel Houghton's Co-Ed Wedding Shower Was Oh So Sweet

The Real co-host put a twist on tradition in her D.I.Y Parisian extravaganza. 
Adrienne Bailon And Fiancé Israel Houghton's Co-Ed Wedding Shower Was Oh So Sweet
Jerritt Clark
By Lauren Porter · Updated October 26, 2020
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Adrienne Bailon’s pre-bridal bliss is in full effect right now

The Real co-host alongside her future hubby-to-be Israel Houghton celebrated in a joint co-ed wedding shower adn she is truly living on a high of love. 

With a Parisian theme as a nod to where the gospel singer popped the question with a gorgeous rose gold 8-carat Emerald cut diamond, the couple enjoyed the love of family and friends as they prepare to walk down the aisle to begin their forever. 

Bailon told PEOPLE that because life after marriage would obviously be a joint effort for both she and her husband, she wanted to shake up tradition and have a shower with a twist. 

“I always knew if I did a bridal shower I knew I needed it to be co-ed. I can’t imagine celebrating my engagement without my fiancé,” she said. “I like hanging out with him so why would I want do celebrate without him.”

How sweet it is to be loved by you… 💕 @ihoughton Checkout exclusive pics & deets of our celebration in @People Magazine. Link in the bio. So happy to share it with you all! Hint: There's some fun DIY ideas! Besos xo #HappilyEverHoughton Loved my Parisian cake by @houseofpastry!

A photo posted by Adrienne Bailon (@adriennebailon) on Oct 12, 2016 at 5:02pm PDT

I choose you. And I'll choose you over and over and over. Without pause, without a doubt, in a heartbeat. I'll keep choosing you. #HappilyEverHoughton #HappinessNeverGoesOutOfStyle #ExistToBeHappyNotToImpress 💕 Oh my happy heart… FYI I'm so late posting these pics because… For the past 2 days I've been in Paris & every-time I have attempted to post I end up falling asleep with my phone in my hands. Lol. #MajorFail #JetLagStruggle is TOO REAL!

A photo posted by Adrienne Bailon (@adriennebailon) on Oct 11, 2016 at 8:23am PDT

With this being Bailon’s first venture down the aisle, the singer couldn’t be more excited to start her life as Mrs. Houghton adding that she “can’t wait to marry [her] best friend.”

MR. & MRS. 💕 What a whirlwind it has been celebrating our love with the ones we love… #WeddingShower #HappilyEverHoughton #LaVieEnRoseGold 🌸 Warning ⚠️ Prepare for photo overload. 📷 @jerrittclark

A photo posted by Adrienne Bailon (@adriennebailon) on Oct 9, 2016 at 5:22pm PDT

Adrienne’s The Real co-host was on hand as well to play emcee for the night offering words of encouragement, laughter and of course poured plenty of love into Adrienne and Israel as they prepare for their upcoming union!

N O N - S T O P L A U G H T E R 💕 Don't worry about what's happening in this pic… Ha. Let's just say, Jeannie was in charge of the games! Lol. TOO MUCH FUN! I loved every second of it! In moments like this one captured, I thank God for my friend @thejeanniemai… I'm grateful for the laughter she brings, her words of encouragement & not just her words but her constant actions! Thank you for hosting the games & most of all, holding me down & always lifting us up. Israel & I love & appreciate you & Freddy so much! To more celebrations & many more crazy fun games! (I was so ready for us to play "Fake it or take it!" Lol) #HappilyEverHoughton

A photo posted by Adrienne Bailon (@adriennebailon) on Oct 12, 2016 at 11:04am PDT

The things that really matter… Thank you @thehollywoodhunter for leading us in such a beautiful prayer for such a special moment. Surrounded by love… Hand in hand. Where two or more are gathered… 💕🙏🏽#HappilyEverHoughton

A photo posted by Adrienne Bailon (@adriennebailon) on Oct 10, 2016 at 11:53am PDT

The couple is expected to exchange vows later this year and from the look of their wedding shower alone, we know the nuptials will be a beautiful affair!