How many wedding showers should i have

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The Knot Charity Program. My niece insisted that the bridesmaids had to be included at all showers and that she would not cut the list down. The MOB told me that she would just have the shower at her house. She said her daughter was very upset and depressed about the situation, and that the shower had to be her way since she was the bride. Should I have handled this differently and do the bridesmaids have to be invited to every shower?

The shower, any shower, is optional. The bride has very little say in the shower planning. She should be happy anyone wanted to host one for her in the first place.

She could have some say, though, if she sees that a shower is to be hosted improperly, as in her attendants not being invited. They really should be. If this isn't an option, see if another guest or co-planner has an available space. You can also choose a venue that correlates to the theme, like a spa or a winery, or you can host at a restaurant or hotel, or rent an Airbnb.

Give guests as much notice as possible so they'll be able to attend the shower and purchase gifts. This should be done about four to six weeks before the shower date, which means you should start looking for and purchasing invitations at least a few weeks prior to then.

It's also a good idea to include a line on the RSVPs for guests to note any dietary restrictions. The food will depend on the shower's theme and time of day. Hosting a brunch affair? Stock up on mimosas and breakfast foods. Whatever the menu, make sure it's something you know the bride will like and includes options for any food restrictions the guests note on their RSVPs.

If you've hired a professional event designer, this part will be pretty breezy for you. If you're decorating yourself, this is arguably one of the most fun steps in planning a bridal shower. Whether you're following a theme or not, think about what kinds of personal touches you can include for the bride. We love pretty floral and balloon installations—and don't forget a picture-perfect photo backdrop.

Games are a great way to break the ice when guests first arrive if they are not already acquainted with one another. With a lot of traditional shower games, there is no purchase necessary—just a bit of creativity!

If your budget allows, there are also tons of super fun shower games we love that are available on sites like Etsy. Get everyone in the party mood with a fun selection of music. Ask the bride to send some of her favorites she'd like included and mix in some love songs and upbeat tunes for background music.

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