How to Plan a Bridal Shower

The bridal shower is usually hosted by the maid-of-honor along with the bridesmaids, although sometimes it is the bride's best friend or a female member of the bride's family who is in charge, being totally acceptable in any case. This is one of the parties held before the wedding day involving fun times, practical advisement for the bride and presents for the future married couple to help them establish their new home together.

When planning a bridal shower you must consider the guests list to include all the people close to the bride, and remember that this will be the occasion for sharing stories, experiences and show your support to the bride before, during and after the wedding ceremony. Keep this in mind and do not invite someone she dislikes or do anything that she will not like.

Planning the Bridal Shower you should anticipate it being held 2 months in advance of the wedding, or at least 2 weeks before the big day. Another point of attention is comparing the bridal shower guests list with the wedding guest's lists, because you must not invite people who are not invited to the wedding, and decide if it will be a traditional "women-only" celebration, or if the bride will enjoy having a couple's party instead.

Bridal Showers can be celebrated any day of the week, but they are generally afternoon events. If the guests list includes many people from both the bride and the groom families and friends lists, do not forget to plan some "ice breaker" games. You may also decide if the shower will be held at your home, the bride's homes or the home of someone else, although the Bridal Shower can be held at a local bar, restaurant or particular venue.

This can be a surprise party, but it is advisable to involve the bride in the planning asking her if she wants certain people invited, which theme she will like for her party and many other aspects of the event.