How to Host a Shower for a Second Wedding

Whether she's anticipating a first or second marriage, a bride always deserves a bridal shower. Just a few modifications from the traditional shower will make for a successful party honoring a second wedding.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Wedding Shower Invitations
• Candles
• Champagne
• Sparkling Cider
• Champagne Glasses
• Champagne Buckets
• Postage Stamps
• Personal Organizers

1. Consider the housing situation of both the bride and groom. If they already own a home with a fully outfitted kitchen, plan something other than a traditional shower with gifts for the home.
2. Consider the age and status of the bride. A 45-year-old professional woman might not appreciate cutesy shower games or "for-every-ribbon-you-break-you'll-have-a-baby" traditions.
3. Ask the bride and groom what they like to do together. If they are gardening buffs, create a gardening theme. Have guests bring garden tools, plants and books on gardening as gifts.
4. Consider a couples shower. Friends of the bride and groom can attend an informal barbecue or other event that will be fun for everyone.
5. Let the bride decide who should be invited to the shower. Making the guest list could be sticky, especially if there are older children, stepchildren and former in-laws involved.
6. See the Related eHows for more ideas about hosting showers.

Tips & Warnings

• Consider a lingerie shower, a recipe shower or a gift-basket shower.