I am the maid of honor, there are no bridesmaids. I know it is my duty to throw a bridal shower for her and I look forward to doing this for her. However due to being financially strapped. Is it my responsibility to buy everything including food for all guests?? Or is it her parents responsibility to provide the food?? I have no problem buying deocrations, invitations, etc. But I do not know if the whole cost is my responsibility.
2006-09-07 11:00:31 · 10 answers · asked by cabinfever98 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
We'll you can always have a potluck find out her favorite foods and have her friends and family participate in bringing The Bride's Favorite food!.
Or maybe you can have a dessert party , buy a couple bottles of wine and some desserts (which are cheap) and have a blast!
Good Luck!
2006-09-07 11:09:00 · answer #1 · answered by MAMACITA 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sort of...
As the maid of honour you are supposed to organize and do all the dirty work to make her day special. You don't necessarily have to foot the bill if you are able to recruit others and delegate tasks. If you can't get help, then yes - it's your dime. I'm sure other close friends or relatives would love to make some food and help out with tasks. Make a list of what you need done, and ask for volunteers....
Being a MOO is an expensive, and exhaustive role - one that I have NO PROBLEM in turning down. Oh - did you know that you are still "supposed" to buy the bride a shower and wedding gift too? Yeah. I know. How dumb is that.
2006-09-07 11:59:41 · answer #2 · answered by firehorsetwo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Whoever throws the shower is usually responsible for the food, however, why don't you have a potluck at the same time? You could have everyone bring in a casserole type dish, or something easier, like chips and dip, a veggie plate, finger sandwiches or small desserts. I'm sure everyone would be happy to help out. Maybe you could just supply the drinks. Good luck!
2006-09-07 11:09:10 · answer #3 · answered by AzOasis8 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make a list of food items you will need for the shower and ask everyone to bring one thing off the list. If they would rather bring one of their special dishes that would be great for you too. It would be a great conversation topic and everyone would be asking for the recipe - The bride will need this to feed her new husband! You can buy the napkins, paper plates, and drinks.
There are a lot of outlet stores which sell decorations for a cheap price. Have you a "Dollar Store" nearby?
Keep it simple. Buy a few Bridal Shower games at the dollar store and play music in the background. Have a great time!
2006-09-07 12:13:01 · answer #4 · answered by Carolanne 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The whole cost according to what I've heard is not necessarily your responsibility. You could turn it into a potluck of sorts, and ask everyone to bring a little something. Although that could be taken as slightly rude. I bet youer mother would be extremely happy if you asked her for a bit of help, unless they seem to have little money. Either way, it isn't entirely your responsibility. You could just serve food in the form of vegetable trays, fruit salads (if fruit is in season), and some small hor d'eurves.
2006-09-07 11:08:34 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm gonna agree with all the folks who said "potluck" but add my own twist: how about you make part of the shower theme a recipe shower, and ask everyone to make their dish (make certain you assign people appetizer, entree, salad, dessert, etc. so you don't end up with 25 types of brownies) and bring a written copy of the recipe to share with the bride? Buy a recipe book or journal and at the shower, place all the recipes into it and present it to the bride. It'll start her off with a lovely cookbook and a warm memento of a special day.
2006-09-07 14:12:55 · answer #6 · answered by Kim 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well yes it is your responsibility to buy the food for the bridal shower, if i was you i would go for finger food
2006-09-07 11:10:51 · answer #7 · answered by Mila 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It would be your resonsibilty to buy food,or your responsibilty to throw a potluck/buffet for her.That would give everybody a chance to cook and show off thier "skills" just make sure that you make something too. Good Luck :)
2006-09-07 11:09:45 · answer #8 · answered by sassygrrll7 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Consider making it a potluck. People love to show off their cooking and favorite recipies! If you can do decorations, invitations, games, prizes, etc. cool, but think about doing a potluck. It may be a good option.
Or you could just serve ramen. j/k :)
2006-09-07 11:06:29 · answer #9 · answered by GLSigma3 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think that it would be acceptable for you to ask everyone to or even just a few people to bring something.
2006-09-08 10:39:46 · answer #10 · answered by EV 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋