A shower for the Bride for members of the Groom's family and his friends who have not met her yet. It's more of a meet and greet than a gift shower, but when in doubt, ask.
Yes, it's absolutely proper for the groom's aunt (and/or the bride's aunt, also) to host a bridal shower. The main ones who shouldn't host bridal showers are the parents and grandparents of the bride and groom.
It is in poor taste to have a bridal shower at the home of the bride's mother. The bride's aunts or friends host showers.
Whether you know the bride or not you should bring a gift to her bridal shower. You also have the right to not attend the wedding shower especially if you are not invited to the wedding.
Either a mother; mother-in-law; sister or good friend has a bridal shower and does not require a hostess gift. If the bride wishes to thank the hostess she could send a thank you note along with an arrangement of flowers.
Meet the Bride - 1937 was released on: USA: 7 October 1937
Unless the bride/couple has specifically requested that there NOT be a bridal shower, they are always acceptable. Attention should be paid to holding the shower in a location and with a theme with which the bride will be comfortable.
It is traditional for the bride not to be involved in planning her own bridal shower. Typically, the maid of honor and bridesmaids take on the responsibility of organizing the shower as a special surprise for the bride. However, if the bride wishes to be involved in the planning process, it is ultimately up to her and her personal preferences.
* Etiquette is to put the bride-to-be's name and then her fiance's name next. All gifts at a bridal shower (unless a theme bridal shower of nothing but lingerie) is for both couples. You can also sign the card from you and your mate.
* No, the host is giving the wedding shower for the bride and the bride is the only one that should receive a gift. If you are the bride and feel you want to give them something then send flowers or send a thank you card to show your appreciation.
On some occasions there is a mixed bridal shower, but if that is not announced in the bridal shower then no, the groom should stay away from the bridal shower and only be there at the end of the bridal shower to pick up his bride to be after the shower is over.
* Although this is unusual go to the stores or wherever the bride has registered and choose a gift from the list that you can afford.
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