How to Word Bridal Shower Favors
Bridal showers provide fun and special memories for a bride-to-be. As the bride says goodbye to single life, and family and friends shower her with well wishes for the future to come, this event is an essential pre-wedding milestone for every bride. When creating the invitations, take special care with the way they are worded to ensure that they also become a keepsake for the bride.
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Wording Considerations
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Create the guest list for the shower before creating the invitations. This will ensure awareness of the social circle being invited and allow the invitations to match the overall tone of the event.
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Consider factors such as the bride's overall taste and preference, as well as the guests that will be invited, when determining the wording for the invitations.
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If the bride is shy or more conservative, consider a traditional phrasing such as the following example from MyGatsby.com: "The weather is perfect, the day will be grand. The dresses all fit and the wedding is planned. So, let's come together to honor our friend. And wish her a lifetime of love that won't end!"
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If this is a theme-based shower, such as a kitchen shower, consider mentioning this in the rhyme. This is an example from MyGatsby.com: "Bride and Groom (insert names) are tying the knot & gourmet cooking they do a lot. Let's shower them with kitchen goods from pots & pans to specialty foods. The latest gadgets for blending & mixing are perfect for the dishes they'll be fixing!"
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For a Christian bride, consider incorporating Scripture, such as "Abide in these faith, hope and love, but the greatest of these is love. Let's join together and wish our friend much happiness and love for her marriage."
The Details
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Give the details of the event in straightforward wording. Include the date, the name and address of the location, the time of the event, the name and phone number of the hostess and instructions for when and how to RSVP. Put this information together into simple sentences; for example: "The sister of (bride) invites you to a shower in honor of her marriage to (groom) on (day, date) at (time, location). Please contact (hostess) at (phone number) to RSVP by (date)."
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Always double-check the event date and time, and place the details prominently in the invitation.
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Decide if you want to include registry information. Putting registry information in wedding invitations is typically considered a breach of etiquette, although the rules are more relaxed with bridal shower invitations. Letting everyone know by word of mouth can be difficult; however, take careful note of the bride's social circle's understanding of registry etiquette prior to including registry information in the shower invitation. Registry information can be worded simply: "The bride and groom are registered at..." Include store names and websites, if applicable.
Special Instructions
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If this is a themed shower or a shower where special attire will be necessary, specify it in the invitation. For example, "This will be a bridal house shower, and your room is the kitchen" will let the guest know to bring a kitchen-based gift.
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If playing a game where guests will need to bring something or prepare something in advance, also specify it at the end of the invitation. For example, "Please bring a picture of you on your wedding day for a fun game."
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Specify if this is a couples' or women's-only shower. For example, "This is a co-ed event, so please bring your men."
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