Bridal Showers

Remember that the origins of a bridal shower stem from the refusal of a father to give a young couple a “dowry.” Throughout the 18th century, dowries evolved into the concept of “ trousseau ” (trousseau means bundle). The bride-to-be collected or made the household necessities to take to her married home wrapped up in a - you guessed it – bundle. This was especially true for young women of the middle class. In America, we called the dowry a hope chest . Women stored their precious household... Read Full Story

Planning a wedding is expensive, so it’s up to the bridesmaids to foot the bill when it’s time to throw the bridal shower! To add to your stress, you not only have to figure out who to invite but will likely end up entertaining a bunch of people who know only the bride and not each other. You can’t just serve coffee and cookies or show old home movies of the bride and hope things just take care of themselves. Short of taking everyone miniature golfing , you’re going to have to come up with... Read Full Story

The Bridal shower is an integral part of the wedding celebrations. It is also quite an old tradition. The Bridal Shower was a way for a girl in the old days that didn't have a dowry due to poverty or a disapproving parent to get all the things she needed to start her married life. The tradition evolved and has become a part of the normal celebrations. Another tradition is that games are played at the shower. Here are some great games that can be played at your shower. Read Full Story

The success of Slumdog Millionaire has pushed the beauty of Bollywood style and Indian culture in general, into the main stream. A Bollywood theme bridal shower is perfect for the bride who adores vibrant Indian culture. Celebrate with rich colors, spicy Indian food and exotic music and dance. Send a brightly-colored Bollywood invitation covered with paisleys to announce your bridal shower theme or select an evite decorated with vivid hot pink blooms. Let your guests know that it's an Indian... Read Full Story

Bookworms, writers, journalists and poets would probably love a book-themed bridal shower. For the bride who surrounds herself with words, there's nothing more festive than lots of books. Put a stylish spin on the theme by creating a Books and Bites bridal shower, focusing on books and foods that are easy to eat while reading. Send an elegant library book invitation to set your library theme. Explain that guests should bring book-related items like magazine subscriptions, book club... Read Full Story

It's spring! Blooming flowers, more sunshine and bright colors everywhere create lots of bridal shower inspiration! If the bride has a fondness for butterflies or like me, likes anything that's bright and frilly, a butterfly bridal shower is a perfect match. This theme calls for a colorful spring decor and a light, fresh menu. Send a pretty purple butterfly invite or a printable card accented with butterflies to establish your theme. Encourage your guests to wear cheery spring colors to... Read Full Story

I'm a big kid at heart and I love anything with games, candy and fun. So I was in heaven when my cousin Kim hosted a carnival theme bridal shower for her sister last summer. Kim's sister Pam, is a great fan of magicians so Kim planned the shower around magic and carnival games. She rented a hotel suite and hired clowns and stilt walkers to roam the room. There was a popcorn machine, snow cones and scads of games that I never won but had fun playing. The finale was a magician who made Pam's... Read Full Story

Rich, creamy chocolate, swirling around your mouth. The dense aroma of chocolate filling the air and covering your fingers. You know you love it. There's nothing quite as satisfying and special as the taste of chocolate. So why not make the decadent sensation of chocolate your bridal shower theme? If the bride is a chocoholic, tap into her cravings by throwing a shower that incorporates chocolate into the the invitations, decorations, food and games. You have lots of options for invitations... Read Full Story

If the bride is older and doesn't require a lot of the usual bridal shower gifts, a great idea is the cup and cupboard bridal shower. Each guest brings a cup filled with a recipe and the spices used for the dish. All these items are stored in the cupboard for an adventurous culinary beginning! Everyone can use more recipe ideas so this shower theme supplies lots of practical and tasty treats. Start with the invitation. Consider this pretty cup invitation adorned with a satin ribbon. Make... Read Full Story

Nowadays there are many bridal shower ideas for conducting a special bridal shower arranged by a wedding organizer. Yet, if you are given a opportunity to be the hostess of the celebration, what would you do to figure out bridal shower ideas? Just take a look at some ways in finding bridal shower ideas below. So now you’re hosting a bridal shower - congratulations. Opening your home to give a bridal shower for a friend or family member is a generous way to reinforce your special... Read Full Story