My fiance and I are planning to marry in a private ceremony in November. Our friends and family are very excited for us and are not upset that they will not be included in the ceremony. We will have a reception for close friends and family when we return. My friends are planning a "shower" for my girlfriends and want to also invite some female family members who may not be invited to the reception. Is there another term we can use for this gathering since it cannot be a shower, that is proper. My Mother is also very much in support of this girls-only celebration. Please advise!
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Sep 7, 2007, 1:44 PM
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Re: [crgamm] post ceremony gathering
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Dear Crgamm,
Yes, you are correct that this couldn't be a shower since there are no wedding guests. So, they could host a non-gift giving, non-wedding related function. It could be called anything, such as a brunch or tea. It should just be more of a get-together.
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