However, the opposite has to be true. It would be poor etiquette to invite someone to your shower and not to your wedding. A bridal shower guest list will be mostly the bride's closest friends and family. If the groom's mom is helping with the organizing, she may ask to invite the groom's sisters and aunties, so you can count on including the groom's close family too. If you're also close with the groom's female friends, it's customary to include them.
Traditionally, showers are meant to be a party for the ladies only. However, it's become quite common for the groom show up at the end of a shower and make an appearance. Many grooms don't love this attention though, so it's definitely something to discuss openly as a couple. It's nice to send invitations to your close friends and family who live out of town. Ultimately, it's up to the couple and the host to decide which route to take. Regardless of whether invites are sent by mail or email, RSVPs are usually requested via phone or email.
RSVP cards aren't really necessary for wedding showers. Instead, the host should provide their contact details on the invite think: a phone number or email address instructing guests to RSVP there. If you need guests' responses by a certain date, it's best to put that information on the invitation too.
We suggest setting a date at least two weeks before the event so you have time to finalize any last-minute details. You could also request that people respond with "regrets only. Main Menu. Sign Up. Back to Main Menu. Planning Tools. Wedding Vision. Discover Your Vision. Take The Knot's Style Quiz. Reception Venues. Wedding Photographers.
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Shop The Knot Invitations. Also, talk with the bride about who you should include. Typically you would only invite guests who will also receive invitations to the wedding.
If it is a surprise bridal shower, a good idea would be to go to the bride's mom for help with the guest list. Whoever is hosting the party is responsible for the cost of the shower.
The shower is to honor and celebrate the bride. The host typically pays for all expenses. There are many ways to keep guests entertained at a bridal shower. A few ideas of some Bridal Shower games and activities are:. Madlibs provide not only entertain the guests but give the bride a priceless keepsake for the day.
Have a guestbook or everyone to sign and be sure they include their favorite memory with the bride! Give the bride-to-be some marriage advice using our Words of Wisdom Cards. If you choose to throw a bridal shower at someone's home, it's best to prepare early to avoid the last-minute rushing before the guests arrive.
It may be a good idea to get help from the bridesmaids or others. Some things to keep in mind when prepping for the day:.
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