Bridal Showers Invitations

Trish Burrell

The bridal shower invitations are your initial contact with
guests. Spend some time choosing the appropriate one. This will
add to the overall unity of your party.

Where do I start?

* If you're having a theme, use a picture that suggests the
type. Flip-flops for a beach theme, a lace hanky and tea cup for
a tea party, or a deck of cards for a casino theme, are just
some of many ideas.

* Use your color scheme. Colors often denote the type of party
you're planning. Pastels suggest a quiet, feminine atmosphere,
while bold and bright would be a more lively time.



What should the bridal shower invitations say?

Name of the bride to be, or couple

Date: if formal, write out the month, ex.: September Time: if
formal, write out the time, ex.: one o'clock.

Location : written directions to the place, or a map, if
necessary.

Name of hostess: If more than one, list each name. Hostess'
phone number RSVP: Have guests reply two weeks before the party,
this will help with your planning. It is better to have guests
reply, whether they are coming or not. If someone besides the
hostess is tracking the RSVP's, make sure to state that in your
wedding shower invitations, along with this person's phone
number.

Theme: If there is a defintite theme, describe it.

Type of gift: If you would like guests to bring a gift related
to the theme or type of bridal shower, make a polite request.
Couples registry: Many times couples have registered their gift
wishes at one or more stores. Bridal shower invitations
including this information are a big help to your guests.

When should bridal shower invitations be sent?

Four weeks in advance of the party is good. This gives your
guests plenty of time to respond.

Coordinating your invitations, is all part of the fun of
planning your event.

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About the author:
Trish Burrell is founder of Bridal Shower Ideas For You. Visit
this informational site on all areas of bridal shower planning,
at http://www.bridal-shower-ideas-for-you.com