Any Suggestions: Rolling Bridal Shower?

kristenrmu22

Hi Ladies, 

A friend of mine is also getting married. I am in her wedding and she like me wants to do things a little differently. She isn't a fan of being the center of attention or sitting for a few hours opening gifts while her guests get bored. She much rather see guests and really talk to them.

She had talked about wanting to do a more casual shower. Something along the lines of Guests come and go as they wish btw the hours of X. We would have food and drinks. She would be able to chat and then open the gifts as each guest arrived (or a few at a time).

I would love to do this for her. ANY IDEAS HOW TO CONVEY THIS TO GUESTS? HOW COULD WE WORD IT ON THE INVITE? 

waltzingmatilda13

That seems like it would come across as "bring your gift, say hi, then get out". I know it's not what you're going for, but I imagine that's how it will sound.

She either needs to suck it up and sit down and open all the gifts or not have a shower. Being the center of attention is kind of the whole point as people want to see the bride, chat, and watch her open all of her gifts.

You need to talk some sense into her and let her know that it will be all people who love her and really aren't going to try to make her feel uncomfortable. It'll be just a couple hours and people will be mingling and chatting while eating or playing games and ALL the attention will really only be on her while she's opening gifts.