Bridal Shower Traditions and Ideas
The Bridal Shower: Origins and Today’s
Traditions
A
bridal shower is an opportunity to see and socialize with your close friends and
family before the wedding day, and to be showered with the things you need to
make your house a home. It is usually thrown by a bridesmaid or close family
member, with fun,
bridal shower
games,
food,
and, of course, presents!
This pre-wedding
event tradition dates back to the 1890s with a legend that began with a young
Dutch girl who fell in love with a Dutch miller. The Dutch miller was extremely
giving and always gave to the poor. He did not save any for himself. The father
of the sweet girl would not allow her to marry such a man with no money and
would not give her a dowry. The couple was devastated. The villagers who knew
of the Dutch miller’s generous heart gave to the couple treasured possessions
and household goods. The couple was then equipped with everything they needed
and wed and lived happily ever after! The
bridal shower
was then meant for brides that did not have money for a dowry.
From that time on,
friends and family would place small gifts in
parasols
to give to the bride to start her new life as a happily married wife. Now the
bridal shower carries the same symbolism, giving to the bride household items
and keepsakes with which to fill her new home.
When throwing a
bridal shower, you must be sure to be well-organized. The first thing to
consider is the
bridal shower invitations, key because you have to know who and how many
people are attending.
Shower invitations are available in different
themes
and
colors
and they set the tone for the bridal shower day!
Shower invitations are available that come
fully customizable to assist with wording. You can also purchase
them with outer envelopes with the printed return address so that all guests
will be able to rsvp without a hitch. If you enjoy do-it-yourself projects, then
there are adorable
DIY
shower invites available for that as well.
Bridal shower games are another important aspect, ranging from
bingo,
bride and groom trivia,
who’s got the bling scratch off cards, and so many more fun options. Also, pass
around
advice cards and pens to each of your guests and allow them to write down a
little piece of wisdom that will help the bride navigate her new life of being a
newlywed.
Wow your guests with
the little details such as
place card holders to match your theme and
calligraphy place cards.
Also, don’t overlook the importance of a follow up
thank you
cards. To make sure that you have the proper address for all your attendees,
pass around pad of paper and have them write their name and address down to make
sure that you thank everyone who was there. Some might not be able to attend,
but will send a gift in their place, so be sure to note their names as well.
Remember it is all
about having fun and enjoying the company of your guests.
You can certainly rest assured that all
will go perfectly, if you let
Advantage Bridal help you with all your
bridal shower and wedding needs.
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- I Do Shoe Stickers
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- Purses & Money Bags
- Bouquet Jewelry
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- Will You Be My Cards
- DIY Invitations
- Flower Girl Baskets
- Ring Pillows
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- Unity Candles & Stands
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- DIY T-Shirt Transfers
- Fun Wedding Stuff
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- Bride and Groom Figurine Toppers
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- Personalized Hand Sanitizers
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- Guest Signature Mats
- Toasting Flutes
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