groom to make the guest
list. Only close friends and
family should be invited to
a bridal shower. It should
be a small, simple affair.
Don't use email - it's so
impersonal. Instead send
paper invitations and
include information about
where the bride and groom
are registered. Be sure to
indicate the shower theme
on the invitation.
Choose a shower theme.
The decorations, invitations
and favors can center
around a general theme.
Some bridal shower themes
include: lingerie shower,
household shower, wine
shower or honeymoon
shower. The shower theme
can also be based on the
bride's hobbies.
Follow up with guests by
telephone.
About two weeks before the
shower, call the guests who
have not RSVP'd. You will
need to get an approximate
head count in order to plan
the right amount of food,
favors and other items for
the shower.
Select the shower date.
The bridal shower should
be approximately six weeks
to eight weeks before the
wedding date. Sunday
afternoon is a popular time
for bridal showers.
However, anytime that is
most convenient for the
host and the bride is
appropriate.
Plan the menu.
Normally appetizers or a
light lunch is appropriate
for a bridal shower. Offer
cake, as well as cocktails
and iced tea. You can make
the shower potluck, cook
the food yourself, or have
the food catered.
Send the shower
invitations.
Decide what games will be
played at the bridal shower.
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