Do brides normally have a registry for a bridal shower?

Answer 1

often, yes, it depends if you want to or not.

Answer 2

Yes, they often do. Not always, and it isn't compulsory, but it can help your guests get some idea of what you need or want, and what other people are giving.
Once upon a time, the bridal shower was designed to help equip a new bride with things she would need in her home -- kitchen utensils etc. But today, so many women live with their boyfriends for a couple of years before they get married, that they have already bought all the 'stuff' they need. So the shower guest has no idea what to get. When the bride opens a bridal registry (or a shower registry) she usually lists the things she needs and guests can either purchase something themselves or, if it is a larger item, go in with friends to get whatever it is.
To me, the whole idea of a shower is ridiculous for someone who has already been living with their bf. They already have what they need. Have a party if you want -- hen parties are always fun -- but forget the shower aspect!
If it's a bride who has gone through the traditional engagement and living apart before marriage route, then she deserves, and needs, a bridal shower.

Answer 3

Yes, every bride I've known has had a bridal registry at at least two stores. - guests use it to buy appropriate gifts for both the shower and the wedding, or they can buy gifts elsewhere.
However, it is considered impolite to list the registry on the invitation to either event, since it seems like the couple is "demanding" gifts. Guests should ask the maid of honor or party organizer where the couple is registered.

Answer 4

Yes, usually. I find it convenient, I do not have to worry if the bride will like the present I bought, it is guaranteed, well almost.. But, I am getting that most brides do not want gifts anymore, they want money. Most of the brides on the Dish network shows, a lot of them here, say that. And, lots of them already have established a household, so they already have a lot of things.
I just told this story, but here it is again. Bride was a co-worker's daughter, I had never met her. Got invited to the wedding, couldn't go, had to work.Her groom would't let her register, saying it was asking for gifts. A week before the wedding, she registered, slopped a list together of things she really did not want,[ I found this out, later]. Her Mother made a point to tell me where to shop., and she specifically asked for the one thing for her.So a friend and I went, bought some things, and sent them to the wedding, I made it a point to buy that one thing.. I never got thanked, but I was told she did not like them. Weeks later,her mother told me later how sorry she was that she was not more careful, she did not realize how much things cost, specifically cleaning equipment and products, and now had a apartment with nothing in it. And later had a lot of nerve asking me for a shower gift.
So, register, pick a couple different places, choose several gifts, in several price ranges. I like to buy a bunch of smaller items, like a box full of kitchen gadgets, because it is fun to open a whole bunch of gifts. Don't put where you registered in the invitation, that IS asking for gifts, just spread the word. Most people end up calling to see what is really wanted.
And if you rather would have money, have Mom and friends say something nice, like You know, Sally was a single girl for 2 years before she met Bill, she has a lot of things. If giving money is easier for you, she and Bill would love it. And she is registered at Target and ...
Like the person said above, if you do not register, (and do a good job with it), you risk getting 10 toasters, and a bunch of gifts you do not want or need. And, a lot of people think it is crass to give money. Just saw a person here, who was saying the bride had said to the bridesmaids that she wanted money as gifts from them. Poor person had bought all the wedding stuff to be a bridesmaid, and had no idea how much money to give.

Answer 5

Brides are suppose to register for gifts in a wide range of prices to include gifts that are appropriate for wedding, bridal shower and engagement party. If the bride has a wedding registry, check it out, you should find gifts that are appropriate for the shower as well.

Answer 6

I'd say generally, yes. I worked as a gift-wrapper one summer, and after handling some of the registries at that store, I thought the idea was pretty tacky.

But then, when I got married, some of the guests were upset that I hadn't registered. So I hadn't planned to, but I did.

I saw that in some ways, it is kind of nice for the guests, too. After all, your friends and family don't want to spend a lot of time picking out a gift they think is perfect for you, and then either you hate it or everyone thought of the same thing and you have 10 of them.

Answer 7

Yep, every bridal shower I've been to has a registry by the bride somewhere. Where it is, is usually included in the shower invitation to the guests. :)

Answer 8

yes most brides do have a registry for a bridal shower but it is totally up to the bride...it just makes it easier on her guests knowing what to buy for her.

Answer 9

Guests usually buy gifts off of the wedding registry. That's why they say to register at least 6 months in advance. So guests have the opportunity to use the registry for prewedding parties.

Answer 10

Brides normally register once, for their wedding. They do so normally around 3 months before the wedding, so that people can use the list to also purchase items for the shower.

Answer 11

It helps people find a good gift for you. Register at a few different places - such as Famous Barr or Dillard's and Target - this gives people a wide range of things to buy, giving them a wider price range to select from is very kind!