Hi, I have a question and I'm hoping you can help. I've never been a maid of honor before therefore I don't know the guidelines/ettiquete when it comes to planning the bridal shower.
My best friend's bridesmaids have contacting me regarding the planning of the shower and they want to help. We've decided on a park location. We're going to be bbq'ing kabobs and homemaking appetizers and cupcakes. We'll be bringing lemonade and spritzers. Maybe some wildflowers from the farmers market as centerpieces. Picnic tables (at the park). So far, so good. These are just ideas tossed around, most suggested by the other girls. The bride has mentioned that IF she were to have a bridal shower, she'd love it to be low key at a park instead of a big deal. (we'll have a back up plan if it rains of course)
How is this paid for? Am I expected to pay for all of this (the food, any decorations, etc?). What if any of the other bridesmaids want to chip in? Do I wait for them to offer, or is it okay if ask ahead? I would say something that gets the general point across, like" by no means is it required, but if you would like to chip in please let me know in a private message so I can get a budget together for decorations, groceries for the food, etc"
Would that be acceptable? Thanks for the help.