Where and when to host bridal shower for out of state relatives
Hi! I have an odd situation and couldnt find any answers in my etiquette book.
I live in the state of Washington without any of my family in the vicinity. While my groom's mom, sister & sister-in-law live here, my family is scattered across the country. My maid of honor wants to throw me a bridal shower but we aren't sure when is appropriateif I want my mom, grandma, aunt & godmother there, but they wont arriving until as late as Friday evening for a Sunday wedding.
I understand that its not typical to have the bridal shower so close to the wedding. Can you offer any solutions? Do you think people would be understanding since I have no family in the state? I dont want to seem greedy, however it woudn't be the same without my female family members!
Thank you for your time & consideration!
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Oct 25, 2007, 10:24 AM
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Re: [wideawake02] Where and when to host bridal shower for out of state relatives
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Dear Wideawake,
While in the past it was (barely) appropriate to host a last minute shower for a traveling bride, this 'blind eye' really doesn't apply to close family members. This is especially true today, as the traditional gifting shower is making way for the gift-less shower.
A shower shouldn't be held earlier than two weeks before the wedding, even that seems a bit too close to the wedding these days.
Perhaps you could do something special with your close female family members when they arrive.
Where and when to host bridal shower for out of state relatives
