Wedding Shower Invitations – When and What to Do
The wedding shower or bridal shower is an important part of the wedding process. It not only gives the bride and her close friends a chance to get together before the wedding but also allows those who are close to the groom to learn more about the bride and her bridesmaids. However, before planning for the actual shower events shower invitations need to be sent out. Here are some guidelines to help you with the process.  Â
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When to Send out Bridal Shower Invitations
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Usually you would send out wedding shower invitations about 4 weeks beforehand. You could ask for reply about two weeks before the event if needed. This provides plenty of time for guests to reserve the date of the event without being notified too far in advance.Â
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What to Send and Include
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The obvious things are the date, time, and location of the shower and the name of the host. If you are having a special theme shower, do not forget to include special instructions so the guests can bring any required items to the shower. Many guests appreciate if the location at which the bride and groom are registered or a suggested list of gifts for the bride is also included with the invitation. Often we would recommend written directions or including a map with the invitations. Lastly, be sure to include a phone number to call in case people get lost on their way to the shower.Â
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Who is Invited
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