A Bridal shower is an intimate gift giving ceremony, arranged
in honor of the bride-to-be. Bridal showers are prevalent throughout most
of North America and Australia. With their increasing popularity in Pakistan,
they have assumed the role of an informal kick- off to the weddings.
Host
The party is usually hosted by
close friends of the bride and is supposed to come off as a surprise to her. Therefore, it can be planned at a friend's
place or the friends can come unannounced at the bride's place. The event is usually hosted in the late afternoon or the evening and may proceed
through the night.
Guests
The guest list varies for different people. Up till now the event was only attended by close family and friends. The trend seems to be changing and these days bridal showers are an elaborate affair with a large number of guests . No male presence is allowed at the event.
The guest list varies for different people. Up till now the event was only attended by close family and friends. The trend seems to be changing and these days bridal showers are an elaborate affair with a large number of guests . No male presence is allowed at the event.
Eatables, decor and bridal
shower activities
For most bridal showers a fancy
cake is a must have. Different catering companies can also be hired to provide
with a creative menu. It is favorable to
go easy on the decor. Floral decorations along with balloons seem to be the new in. Exquisite banners are also customized for the
event announcing the bride and wishing her well. Since some bridal showers are
more of an initiation party to the wedding, dance floors and disco lights have
also become a norm. Other bridal shower activities include games such as the
clothespin game which forbids the guests from talking about nuptials and a
certain number of wedding related terms. The one who catches the other uttering the forbidden term shall have her
clothespin. The one with the most number of clothespins wins.
Invitations
Special invitation cards are
designed and sent to the intended invitees.
Only those whose presence is mandated at the wedding should be invited
to the shower. Goody bags can be given as a favor to all departing attendees of
the event. If it is a themed party the invitations must include the details of
the theme and the dress code.
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