![]() ![]() At the end of the day, the earlier you send invitations, the less stressed you will be. This will give you time to call those guests who have not responded. Make sure you ask for the guests to RSVP at least a week before you actually need the final count. It is completely acceptable for a shower to have the guests respond via email or phone. Send the invitations about five to six weeks before the shower, and give guests two to three weeks to RSVP. They have all sorts of different themes that are customizable at Make sure to order the invitations a month before you need to send them to allow for any shipping issues or misprints. You can purchase invitations at a local store or use websites like or. Do not send an emailed invitation through Evite or Paperless Post. Invitations - Once your date, theme, and location are set, create invitations. Feel free to narrow down the choices and ask the bride for her input. If the linen is included, make sure you choose a theme that incorporates the linen they offer. If you chose a location, ask them what they include. Pinterest has amazing DIY ideas and links to sites where you can purchase or print certain items. Above all, make sure that it represents the bride, not you or the other members of the committee. Build off of what they already offer you. Use the location aesthetics to your benefit. You may choose to incorporate some aspects of the wedding theme or colors, or you may go a completely different route. You can save a lot of time on the day of if you don't have to set up or clean up tables, chairs, linens, etc.Ĭhoosing a Theme - Once you decide on a location and you have a guest list, you will want to decide on a theme. This will save you a ton of time researching online or calling each venue individually. They will have a lot more knowledge on other venues in the area and a general idea on pricing. If they do not have a smaller space, or you really don't want to host the shower at the same venue as the BIG DAY, ask the venue for referrals. If that is the case, most venues will offer you a for hosting multiple events. Chances are that the venue has a smaller space than the wedding reception location to accommodate a smaller event, like a shower. Does she have a favorite food or restaurant? Ask her for the information for her wedding venue, if it's conveniently located to all of the attendees. ![]() However, if your bride supplies you with a guest list of 30 or more, you may want to consider other options. Picking a Location - If your bride provides you with a small guest list, chances are this is something that you, another bridesmaid, or the bride's family may be able to host at a home. Make sure to factor in food, décor, favors, games, and prizes for the winners. So although $100 from each of five girls may sound like enough, it probably isn't going to cut it if there are 50 guests on the invite list. The average bridesmaid spends over $1,500 on attire, bridal shower, bachelorette party, gifts, etc. Budget - How many people are planning the shower? What can everyone contribute? Make sure that your numbers make sense. Does the bride want a traditional girls only event, or is this a co-ed affair? Once you have a good idea of the guest count, you can start creating a realistic and looking at locations. Make sure to only invite people who are invited to the wedding. ![]() ![]() Most showers are held 6 to 8 weeks before.Ĭompile a Guest List - Speak with the bride, and try to get a realistic guest list for the event. Showers can be held as early as 10 weeks prior but no closer than 2 weeks prior to the wedding. What dates work for her? What dates don't? Sure, she may be able to make a date work that is convenient for you, but make sure it is completely convenient for her. You may accomplish a lot of the planning if you prepare correctly for the big day.Pick a Date - Check with the bride. The planning process may seem like the most important but preparation is key as well. Make sure that she feels comfortable and that the shower really represents her. At the end of the day, remember that the bridal shower is all about the bride. This will be especially important if you have never planned a bridal shower or other similar event in the past. Here is a checklist and a few ideas on how to plan a bridal shower. So the bridal shower is really something that you can help out with and take off her already full plate. She has so many tasks to complete before the big day. Your sister, friend, daughter, or niece is engaged. ![]()
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