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Mrs.10/18/08
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 Posted: Tue Jun 03, 2008 11:45 am Post subject: Opinions on themed bridal showers? |
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| As a guest, do you prefer a 'themed' shower (time of day, rooms of a house, etc) or a regular shower?I personally prefer a regular shower where I can give whatever gift off the registry that I want - I don't like having to stress over finding a gift that is right for some awkward time on a clock!And what about clothing themes? Like when everyone must wear a certain color or article of clothing? Fun or an unneccessary hassle?Also, cheesy games? Great shower fun (and the cheesiness makes them more fun?) or dumb tradition that needs to be stopped?What are some of the themed showers you have been to? Did you like it?the "time of day" shower is one where you are supposed to buy the bride gifts that she would use at that particular time of day. It's so frustrating! |
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Deanri
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| Posted: Tue Jun 03, 2008 11:50 am Post subject: |
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| If I have to go to a shower, I like it to be a fun time to relax, not to feel like work by thinking up crazy gifts and stressing on a theme. If you have a few fun party games to entertain people, that's fine but I think people get a little carried away trying to be "fun" and it becomes a hassle for the guests. |
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berrel
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| Posted: Tue Jun 03, 2008 11:51 am Post subject: |
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| I've only been to one themed shower and the theme was hats. Everyone had to wear a hat. Great for the moms and aunts, but the rest of us were all in our 20's. Pretty cheesy.Some shower games are okay, it gives you something to do.Forget the clothing theme, go for the games. |
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Kat
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| Posted: Tue Jun 03, 2008 11:51 am Post subject: |
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| I really think that the more casual you can make a shower the more fun it is for everyone! Plus there is no bride in the world that needs extra stress and a stuffy shower can be very stressful! And cheesy games are a MUST. Helps make people just meeting for the first tiem more comfortable plus they make great pics and memories for the bride!!!Good luck with plans! |
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bnnykllr
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| Posted: Tue Jun 03, 2008 11:52 am Post subject: |
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| the closest i've come to a themed wedding shower is we all got sexy lingerie that she could use on the honeymoon. i think most of the themes you mentioned sound pretty dumb. you have to buy gifts that can be used at 2:37 pm? huh? maybe it's just me, i don't get it. |
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RdRedWine
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| Posted: Tue Jun 03, 2008 11:54 am Post subject: |
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| never been to a theme bridal shower. Isn't the theme "wedding" anyway? How is "time of day" make it a theme shower?cheesy games are part of a normal bridal shower or baby shower or kids birthday. Get used to it. People expect the cheesiness to get to the cheesy prizes. Anyway, people like to walk away with something especially after they've spent $200 on a gift. It's not too much to ask. Come on, I just bought my friend monogrammed towels, and a tea set off the registry, I could at least go home with a desk calender!!!! give me a cheesy game so it doesn't appear that we just swapped an expensive gift for a cheap one. |
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It's Her Again!!
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| Posted: Tue Jun 03, 2008 11:59 am Post subject: |
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| I'm not a big fan of themed showers, since the prevailing theme is really already there - it's a wedding. Any "theme" that requires people to wear something specific is one of my pet peeves. The cheesy games - I love them. They are good for laughs and usually can be played with everyone there - young and old alike. |
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PixynPink
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| Posted: Tue Jun 03, 2008 12:00 pm Post subject: |
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| I don't love the theme idea. I like a relaxed atmosphere without embarrassing games. Guessing games are fine. Unscramble the letters game is fine too. But no role playing games. So EMBARRASSING. I understand your time of day thing. I think showers are the best at like 12:30-2:30 |
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Patty
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| Posted: Tue Jun 03, 2008 12:10 pm Post subject: |
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| I've been to a lingerie bridal shower where everyone had to give lingerie, which was just very awkward because the bride's family was very religious and conservative and I couldn't imagine opening up gifts like that in front of my mom! Not to mention, the bride registered at Fredericks of Hollywood--not exactly the classiest lingerie out there. Games were "bridal bingo,""famous couples," and "wedding word scramble."I also went to a tea-party themed shower, which was a lot of fun. Guests had a choice of 7 different teas and tea snacks ranging from tiny sandwiches to mini beef wellingtons to salmon and caviar on crackers. Everything was very elegant and a lot of fun. Most guests gave gifts from the registries (Macy's, Crate&Barrel). Favors were gigantic cupcakes and cute pyramids with tea leaves in it. Games were kept simple with "how well do you know the bride,""bridal bingo" and the "toilet paper dress" game. I think overly themed showers are imposing on the guests and make it harder to just relax and have fun. I thought my shower was great. Very simple, with just desserts to eat, presents to open, and friends/family to gab with. |
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Melzzy
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| Posted: Tue Jun 03, 2008 12:36 pm Post subject: |
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| I like the very old fashioned basic bridal shower. A little bit of decoration, all home made food. Good friends, family and good times. Those are the best. The big elaborate affairs are no fun for me. I want to go to a shower in my capris and a cute top...not a cocktail dress. Shute. |
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fizzy stuff
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| Posted: Tue Jun 03, 2008 11:17 pm Post subject: |
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| Hi Mrs 10/ ! Definitely "regular" showers. When I buy a gift, I like to think about the person and what they like, what they need -- not something thats constrained by the time of day, or letter of the alphabet. Those just dont make sense to me. Never heard of a clothing theme, but Im sure I would not like it! I take pride in the outfits I put together, I would never show up at a shower looking sloppy. And I dont want to wear a costume.Cheesy games are fine with me, and usually I find a way to make them fun and laugh, even if it is laughing at how stupid the game is! It brings people together, and usually at a shower I dont know many other guests. However, the games must be short, sweet, and interactive! No Bridal Bingo -- too long and doesnt get anyone talking. |
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