We ran off to Reno because we could not afford a bigger wedding. Now we are renewing our vows so I still want to have the usual shower brides have for their wedding. Is that bad?
2007-02-05 08:02:43 · 11 answers · asked by Kitten 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
It's not bad to want it but understand people don't normally give what they give on the first time around. I am sure your bridesmaids will have something small for you and you should registry but don't go over board. I had a friend who demanded a huge shower for her second wedding cause boo hoo she didn't get a big wedding the first time. She lost some friends over it.
2007-02-05 08:22:26 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your sister sounds like an idiot! She is already married---NO bridal shower, because she isn't a bride! And even renewing their vows after only 4 years is not normally done. Usually that is reserved for a wedding anniversary---10, 20, 25 years or whatever. And when renewing vows, it is also usually just a small intimate ceremony with family and very close friends. If your sister insists on having a big Church thing, she is going to look like a fool. If I were you, I wouldn't be any part of it. Family members aren't supposed to give showers, so tell her you will have to decline. I suppose she has picked out a traditional white dress, too! That is unbelieveably tacky! Distance yourself from the whole thing so you don't look like a fool, too.
2016-05-24 19:06:52 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A traditional Bridal Shower is a bit much... remember you are married already. But giving the party a "theme" would be good. Such as a "Rekindle the Romance" party (lingerie), a "Pamper the Bride" party (bath & body), or a "Recipe" party (ask for a dish and a copy of your guests' favorite recipies). Registering for appliances and such might not be too well accepted.
Congratulations and Happy Anniversary!
2007-02-05 08:11:52 · answer #3 · answered by Genie 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Its not bad that you "want" a bridal shower. I don't think its appropriate. You have been married for 5 years. Did people give you wedding gifts after your "elopement"? Perhaps you could have just a girls day when you and your friends get together and have dinner and joke around shopping even.
2007-02-05 08:09:10 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Renewing vows is serious business.
But expecting all the pre-wedding parties & activities is not in good taste.
And there might be a few that get you a gift for your renwal ceremony, but it will be along the lines of a house-warming gift, not a wedding gift.
2007-02-05 08:31:58 · answer #5 · answered by weddrev 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You arent really a bride so I would think you should forego the bridal shower.
Maybe insead of the shower you can do a sort of "bachelorette" party instead with your girlfriends.
2007-02-05 08:09:44 · answer #6 · answered by kateqd30 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A vow renewal is not "another wedding"; it is just a simple ceremony, with a dinner or get together for family and close friends.
You are already married, whatever the circumstances. There is no "do-over"!
2007-02-05 08:31:17 · answer #7 · answered by Lydia 7 · 3⤊ 1⤋
I don't think it would be appropiate for a shower. Showers are for couples who are just starting out. If you want to hang out and have a girls day, try having a no-gifts shower, to just play games and stuff like that.
2007-02-05 08:58:32 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
if by "shower" you mean you want to have a party with your girlfriends, go for it!
if you mean you want to have a party where people will be bringing you gifts, it's not really appropriate.
you are already married, so no gifts should be expected.
2007-02-05 10:41:36 · answer #9 · answered by jennyvee 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Seeing as how you have been married for 5 years, its not really appropiate.
2007-02-05 08:57:40 · answer #10 · answered by emtb9 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋