Bridal Showers

Bridal showers are a very fun part of the celebrations surrounding a wedding. Traditionally, bridal showers were all-female affairs, which were held to help a young bride set up her household. It was popular to have themes for the shower, such as a kitchen theme where all of the gifts should help stock her kitchen.

Modern wedding showers tend to be co-ed affairs that are more like cocktail parties + presents. Barware is a common gift theme for this type of shower. To get the groom and male invitees to attend, avoid cutesy names like “Jack-and-Jill” showers!

And brides, please remember that being the center of all this attention does come with a few (minor) responsibilities beyond just showing up and looking gorgeous (your main job). Do be sure to send thank you notes for each gift received. Also, don’t neglect to send a little thank you gift to your hostess after the shower (this would be in addition to her bridesmaid gift if she is one of your attendants). Everyone loves a gracious bride.

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