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Shower Times

tmc92279tmc92279
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I wanted to get some feedback from some women who dont know me and get a true opinion. Would you be apposed to attending a Friday or Saturday evening bridal shower with hor dourves and wine rather than a sunday afternoon buffet meal. My sister and I are planning this wonderful romantic seatting with dim lighting and candles. The idea it to have a girls night out rather than the typical sunday afternoon shower. We are thinking everyone wear thier "little black dress" evening out with the girls.
Looking for feedback!

"The Lost Bride"
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Re: Shower Times

  • utegogglesutegoggles member
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    edited December 2011
    I think it's fine, but make sure the invites say wine and appetizers so people don't come super hungry. I think it sounds fun!
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  • sister2groomsister2groom
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    edited December 2011
    I agree with pp, it could be great, but I don't think you can really dictate what color dress people wear (may not be what you're doing but if you word it that way, that's what it sounds like).

    Also, I just want to check, you're not hosting your own shower asre you?
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  • banana468banana468 member
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    edited December 2011
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/special-topic-wedding-boards_pre-wedding-parties_shower-times?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Special%20Topic%20Wedding%20BoardsForum:32Discussion:05bd7972-f689-4ea8-b117-f68676bf8bf2Post:acfd1549-f5e7-487c-b078-46bc2e98f2b9">Re: Shower Times</a>:
    [QUOTE]I've never been to a shower that involved a full meal OR alcohol.
    Posted by RetreadBride[/QUOTE]

    And I've never been to one that didn't.

    It really depends on the crowd and where.  My godmother is hugely important to me and she's one person I can think of who would not want to give up a night.  And if the shower is at a meal time then you need to at least have enough food that equals a full meal even if it's not a sit down dinner.

    And definitely don't dictate the dress.
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  • MairePoppyMairePoppy mod
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    edited December 2011
    Most of the showers that I have attended have been Sat or Sun afternoon luncheons, including a full meal, and usually alcohol. And they last for 3 hours or more.

    I would enjoy the cocktail party shower, for a change, though. Just make sure you schedule it late enough that the guests won't expect a meal - if that's what's typical in your circle. Will the party be in someone's home or at a club? Don't forget the host will have to pick up the tab for the food and drinks - so it could get expensive.

                       
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  • pdeannapdeanna member
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    edited December 2011
    My daughter would like to do something a little different and suggested a breakfast/brunch bridal shower. It will most likely be in April or May and you never know about the weather in Cleveland. Does anyone have suggestions for a great location (restaurant/club/tearoom/country club) that would accomodate this affair?It will be around 40 people and we are open to anywhere 15 minutes east or west of Westlake!
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  • MairePoppyMairePoppy mod
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    edited December 2011
    pdeanna- Look in the blue column on the left of this page, click on 'Local Wedding Boards.' There is a board for the Cleveland area. The ladies there might be able to help with some suggestions.
    The brunch idea sounds wonderful. Happy planning!
                       
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  • ldomonkosldomonkos member
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    edited December 2011
    I think it's a great idea. Something different that would be a nice change of pace. I would just inform the guests the type of shower it  will be! Have fun!!
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  • tmc92279tmc92279
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    edited December 2011
    Thank you all for your feedback it is greatly apreciated!
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  • AMORELLAAMORELLA
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    edited December 2011
    Love the idea! A great change of pace for some and a girls night out all at the same time!

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