All About Showers: Bridal
Baby Showers

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Quick Poll
Which is the most important factor in deciding what will be given as favors?
Cost to the host.
Time to make.
Practicality of favor.
Creating unique, special favor.
Favors aren't a tradition in my area.

All the answers to questions about hosting a shower. Please view these not as a steadfast rule system, but as a general guideline. A lot of shower basics differ from region to region, so do what you feel most comfortable with. If you are ever worried about offending people, it is always best to take the cautious route. Most importantly remember this is supposed to be fun!
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Hosting:
  • Who should host a bridal shower?

    Guests:
  • How many people should be invited?
  • Who should be invited?

    Shower Dates:
  • When should the shower be held?

    Inviting Men:
  • How does one throw a co-ed shower?

    Invitations:
  • What should the invitations look like?
  • What information should be included in the invitations?
  • When should the invitations be mailed?
  • When should guests RSVP by?

    Surprise Showers:
  • Should the shower be a surprise?

    Event Timeline:
  • What order should events happen at the shower?
  • How long should the shower last?

    Games:
  • Does a shower have to have games?
  • What are some good shower games?

    Food:
  • What food should be served at the shower?

    Favors:
  • Are shower favors for guests necessary?

    Planning Books:
  • Are there any good books on planning a shower?