Is it an individual decision depending on financial situation of the bridesmaids?
2006-12-28 22:48:56 · 16 answers · asked by David C 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
Usually its friends, or friends of the parents that put on the wedding shower. Have fun!!!! But, the bridesmaids should be there.
2006-12-28 22:52:40 · answer #1 · answered by winona e 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Traditionally, the maid of honor has the responsibility of throwing the bridal shower. The MOH is responsible for planning the event and paying for all the costs associated with it. That is why picking the MOH is so important. Otherwise, it's usually a close friend of the bride. The mother or other family member of the bride should not be the hostess for the party - this is because this is usually seen as a way to beg for gifts.
These days, however, the MOH and the other bridesmaids will chip in together or come to an agreement to put on the bridal shower. Sometimes, a few close girlfriends of the bride will put one on as well.
2006-12-29 13:42:47 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The maid or matron of honor should initiate the shower, with the bridesmaids helping. They of course would have to consider their finances but the bride shouldn't have any involvement in it at all. She's the guest of honor and should just show up. The bridesmaids should however receive a very nice gift from the bride on the day of the wedding.
2006-12-29 10:12:54 · answer #3 · answered by Brandy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is usually your Maid of Honor, bridesmaids, and friends. You can be involved if you want to be but it's really supposed to be mora of a surprise. But they will probably ask your opinions like about the date and time and about maybe a theme and colors. It does also depend on the financial situations of your wedding party and whoever else will be involved in the planning. My MOH is in college and I know that she doesn't have alot of money so my sister, who is a bridesmaid, kinda took control over the situation and I am leaving it up to her to call everybody and check on what they can contribute.
2006-12-29 11:50:46 · answer #4 · answered by Heather 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The wedding shower is usually given my the bridesmaids, and sometimes the family. The bride usually is asked to provide a list of guest, thats about it. The maid/matron of honor usually does most of the work.
2006-12-29 14:32:08 · answer #5 · answered by Madamree 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The wedding shower can be hosted by the mom of bride and/or mom of groom; sisters; friends; or bridesmaids - or any combination of these. In our area, usually the mom of the bride hosts, with help from others. The bride is usually not involved, except to make sure that date is free.
2006-12-29 12:17:29 · answer #6 · answered by Lydia 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Etiquette dictates that the maid/matron of honor plan the shower with the other bridesmaids. They pay for the shower themselves. The family typically is not supposed to be involved (unless it's a sister who is the maid of honor) as this is seen as the family asking for hand-outs for their family member. The bride is not involved (typically it is a surprise for her) and also should not be planning it, b/c it looks like a person throwing a party for herself in order to get gifts.
2006-12-29 07:37:43 · answer #7 · answered by whatever 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I feel that it should not be a set rule...For example doesnt it sound more fun if many family and friends were example...of course the ones with your best interest at heart...Things are so very expensive these days that the more people involved the easy and more beautiful it could be...of course running all the decisions by you first...I feel this should be a very positive time in your life and whatever can be done to make it run smoothly is how it should be...so use your heart not head as judgment..
2006-12-29 06:55:07 · answer #8 · answered by Katbutterfly 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wedding showers can be hosted by the wedding party, or any friend or family member who wants to host it. The bride is not usually involved, but she can be as long as she is not hosting/inviting. A bridal shower does nto have to be expensive either - usually it is hosted in someone's home with snacks, games and invitations being the main expense.
2006-12-29 12:19:47 · answer #9 · answered by Chrys 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Traditionally the Maid or Matron of honor puts on the wedding shower... someone should ask her about what she has planned so if she isn't, some one else can step up to the plate and handle the shower.... and the Best man should handle your Bachelor party, and pay for your drinks and your new wife's drinks at the party after your wedding ceremony...
2006-12-29 09:23:13 · answer #10 · answered by momof3 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋