Bridal Shower

kimberlygo

My grandmother is throwing me a bridal shower.  All of my family and my fiance's family is invited.  The bridal shower is out of state, but not far.  My grandmother asked me for the addresses of my friends I would like invited.  I don't really want to invite any of my friends, because I don't want them to travel or give me another gift. I know they would without hesitation.  I do, however, think I should invite one bridesmaid, who is my FI's brother's girlfriend, since she is combo family/friend and I'm looking to make this a family thing only.  Is it poor ettiquite to include her as my only friend. If it isn't, do I owe my other close friends and bridesmaids an explanation? I don't want to hurt anyone's feelings.

bmoruzzi

I would just invite everyone. If people don't want to come they don't have to.  They aren't obligated to get you a gift either.  So, just invite them so they don't feel left out.  

MeeshK814

For my family shower, which is 2 hours from where I live, I invited family members from both sides and my bridesmaids.  (Although only one bridesmaid isn't family)  That might be a good way to narrow it down but still have some friends there.  Your bridesmaids might enjoy a little roadtrip.  This is also the shower I'm presenting my bridesmaids with their gifts, (my wedding is accross the country so I don't want to have to pack them). You can let your bridesmaids know you don't want any presents, just their presence would be appreciated. 

As for my other friends, we are having a local shower which will be less formal and more of a girls day out.