Q: Who should I invite to the Bridal Shower?
A: Ask the bride who she would like at her party. Remember to only invite those who will be invited to the wedding. The Bride’s mother should also be invited to all Bridal Showers.

Q: Does the Groom come to the Bridal Shower?
A: No. Unless you are hosting a couple’s shower, the Groom should take the day off.

Q: Should we invite guys to the shower so the Groom can feel included?
A: Ask the Groom if he wants to be included. Often times, well intentioned bridesmaids plan couple’s showers, only to be disappointed that the guys really do not want to be there. However, when done right, a well planned bbq or park event can be a fun way to include the Groom in a non-traditional shower.

Q: Do the Maid of Honor or Bridesmaids have to be the hostess of the Bridal Shower?
A: No. The bridesmaids can definitely come together to host a Bridal Shower, however, often a family friend or relative would like to host a shower, which is totally acceptable.

Q:What's the best way to record who gave which gifts?
A: Make a copy of your guest list. Next to each guest's name, have a line on which the maid of honor can write down who gave what. You can also number the gifts and then write down which number goes to each name. But make sure to not let any gifts fall out of the bags because you will not remember after opening all those gifts.

Q: Does the hostess usually get the bride a gift?
A: It is customary for the hostess to get the bride a gift for the shower, just like everyone else. You may want to consider something small yet meaningful if you are the only one paying for the shower.

Q:If I give a gift at the shower do I need to bring a gift for the wedding?
A: Traditionally, the shower gift was the wedding gift. However, this has evolved somewhat and many times people choose to give a gift at the shower as well as a gift for the wedding.

Q: Where should the Bridal Shower be held?
A: There is no rule as to where a shower should take place. A home is always a nice option for intimacy. A restaurant with a private room can also make a nice venue. Or, in the case of a destination wedding, a wonderful celebration can be held at the venue as a way to include all who have traveled to the wedding. yet meaningful if you are the only one paying for the shower.