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Bridal Shower Planning Guide

By Nina Callaway, About.com

Bridal showers can be fun and fabulous or dull and disastrous. The difference is in the details. Spend some time thinking about themes, games, and invitations, and you'll be guaranteed to be crowned "Best Bridesmaids Ever!"

Bridal Shower Basics

Who throws the bridal shower? Where and when should you have it? And what happens at a bridal shower? Here are answers to all of your questions.

Bridal Shower Themes and Ideas

A bridal shower theme is the best way to make your party feel creative and chic. Here are ideas from invitations to party favors for a wide variety of bridal shower themes.

Bridal Shower Games and Activities

Looking for fun activities to entertain your shower guests? Whether your guests are traditional or zany, try one of these fun sample bridal shower games. And even if your guests are definitively NOT up for games, you'll still find fun activities to share.

Bridal Shower Invitations

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Once you've picked out the theme, and know where and when you are having it, you'll need invitations to get your guests there. You can do an email invite, but this is one of those occasions where getting a printed invitation really makes a difference.

Bridal Shower Invitation Wording

Make sure the invitation conveys what you want it to! Looking for a cute poem to share the day, or just how to describe the bridal shower appropriately? Click here to see what should be included, and many sample wordings.

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