A bridal shower sprung as a unique tradition that took the place of the dowry. The story is that it was originally to help a bride who couldn't get her dowry from her father. This could happen for many reasons but the main one would be that the groom was someone the father did not approve of. In the end the friends of the bride would come together and chip in giving what they could to help the couple set up their household. This practice is now in the mainstream and is done whether a bride's parents approve of the match and not. It now is an important event and gives friends and family of the bride-to-be to show their support. As a guest you might not know what would be a great gift. Well there is help with modern conveniences. A more recent tradition has been wedding registries. The bride and groom put in a list of the things they want at a local department store and guest can pay towards those items. But at the same time you might not know what the bride really needs. Here are some great gift ideas to help you out.
Give things that will be needed in the house. It's a bit obvious but that is the tradition. Go for items such as towels, bathroom sets, or cooking pots. The point is to give items that will be actually used. What often happens is a well meaning person will give a high tech gadget that the couple ends up not using. Avoid this trap and stick to the basics. If the registry states a specific item get and don't try to get it with all the bells and whistles. This will reduce the chances of getting your gift return.
Another interesting trend is the honeymoon registry. This sounds more fun than getting items that normally you can get at your local Wal-Mart or Target. The idea is one that started in the 90s as service from travel agencies. The newlyweds get a website that they customize and they can post the destination and details of their honeymoon trip. Guest can then pay towards any part of the trip and the activities. This is a sure hit gift that will definitely be appreciated. Just think how grateful they will be in that 4 star hotel or going to that great spa in Hawaii. A great idea is to look up the area or resort they will be staying at and see if there are any interesting activities they will enjoy doing. This will be a great way to contribute and help make their honey moon the memory for a lifetime.
Great bridal shower gifts can come in all shapes and sizes another great suggestion is decor. Talk with the bride and ask how she visualizes her home looking like. Ask for colors and items that she would like to see decorating her wall. Often this is the most costly party of setting up a home. Of course try passing these suggestions through the parents of the bride so she can add them to the registry. This leads to another great point.
Suggest items on the registry that she might forget. It sounds strange but it does happen. There will be items she didn't think of but that she will definitely need. So once again talk with a member of the bridal party or the parents to make the decision. This could have an exponential effect. - 30544
Give things that will be needed in the house. It's a bit obvious but that is the tradition. Go for items such as towels, bathroom sets, or cooking pots. The point is to give items that will be actually used. What often happens is a well meaning person will give a high tech gadget that the couple ends up not using. Avoid this trap and stick to the basics. If the registry states a specific item get and don't try to get it with all the bells and whistles. This will reduce the chances of getting your gift return.
Another interesting trend is the honeymoon registry. This sounds more fun than getting items that normally you can get at your local Wal-Mart or Target. The idea is one that started in the 90s as service from travel agencies. The newlyweds get a website that they customize and they can post the destination and details of their honeymoon trip. Guest can then pay towards any part of the trip and the activities. This is a sure hit gift that will definitely be appreciated. Just think how grateful they will be in that 4 star hotel or going to that great spa in Hawaii. A great idea is to look up the area or resort they will be staying at and see if there are any interesting activities they will enjoy doing. This will be a great way to contribute and help make their honey moon the memory for a lifetime.
Great bridal shower gifts can come in all shapes and sizes another great suggestion is decor. Talk with the bride and ask how she visualizes her home looking like. Ask for colors and items that she would like to see decorating her wall. Often this is the most costly party of setting up a home. Of course try passing these suggestions through the parents of the bride so she can add them to the registry. This leads to another great point.
Suggest items on the registry that she might forget. It sounds strange but it does happen. There will be items she didn't think of but that she will definitely need. So once again talk with a member of the bridal party or the parents to make the decision. This could have an exponential effect. - 30544
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