Top 3 Bridal Shower Etiquette Questions
The experts answer your most frequently asked bridal shower questions…
Who hosts the bridal shower?
Traditionally, etiquette dictated that only friends of the bride could host a shower, as it appeared self-serving for family members of the couple to throw a bridal shower. Nowadays, Nicky Reinhard of David Reinhard Events believes it’s appropriate for a range of people to host the shower. “In the old days, not even family members were meant to take part in the planning,” says Reinhard. “But as events get less traditional and more elaborate, people other than the bridesmaids and family friends are playing host. Today, the bride’s mother and sisters — even the groom’s mother — throw showers.”
Who is invited to a bridal shower?
The guest list for a bridal shower typically includes the bridal party, close friends and family. Just remember, anyone you invite to a shower should also be invited to the wedding. There are exceptions, of course. “If you’re having a tiny destination wedding, you can include people who aren’t invited to the main event as guests to the shower,” says Reinhard. “But you really shouldn’t do that if you’re having a larger wedding.”
When should bridal shower invitations be mailed?
According to celebrity event planner Mindy Weiss, the invites should go out a month to six weeks in advance–and never by email. “The (stationery) options right now are truly endless — from letterpress to couture — and suit all budgets,” says Weiss. “There are so many more options than there used to be.” And, yes, you can mention where the bride is registered on the invitation or on an insert included in the envelope.
Do you have additional questions about bridal shower etiquette? Email them to me at pj@thesociallifeofpaper.com, and they could be included in a future blog post!
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Posted on 03.11.10 to Etiquette. Tags: Bridal Shower.
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