NBR: Need bridal shower advice

chris21

So my sister just got engaged.  They are getting married in mid Oct.  They are getting married 2 hrs from her house.  The only day she has free is the day before her wedding which also is her b-day.  So here is my ?, do I have the shower the day before her wedding? if so what would she do with the gifts, they would have to fit in her car and be transported 2 hrs.  Or have the shower earlier and in her town?  I am trying to save $$ here, I wasn't expecting less than 3 months notice.  If I have it before I will have to fly 2x's on top of the shower cost.  As far as I know there won't be a wedding party she is keeping it pretty simple and small so I wouldn't have anyone else to share the cost with.  tia

hclavalley

Is she expecting you to throw a shower?  Its a lot to ask with that little notice, esp. if its a low key affair. Maybe instead of a shower throw the bridal luncheon the day before if you feel the need to do something just for her.

jnealet

I like the bridal luncheon idea!

Personally I think she'll be too busy/stressed out to have a full blown shower the day before her wedding and you'll be in the trenches right there with her.  Does she have any close friends who would be willing to help you out?  If the wedding is simple and small, you don't need to go overboard with a fancy party.

jnealet

Oh and if you do decide to do a shower, you should do a themed one - maybe, even though it shounds cheesy, lingerie.  That way there aren't a whole lot of bulky gifts to transport.