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In the northeastern part of the US, these showers are a surprise. Well of course, you know it's going to happen!! Hugs. Nan W
by toogie
05 May 2014
They know here because it is planned around their other schedules, commitments.
11748I have just been back and read the original posting. Quite a few have added comments on weddings to this posting below
114341Here in UK we give presents on the wedding day. This has all become very organised nowadays. The couple make a wish list and you pick something from it to buy. Often the wish list is hosted by a particular retailer. It is sad really and has taken the spontaneity away.
by toogie
05 May 2014
That is what I mean by registering,they choose items like you said, at a favorite store.The only difference we bring items/gifts to the Bridal shower /party.....Sometimes I feel it's sad too,but other times it helps if you are unsure of their taste.Thanks for UK info-Toogie
140716In the South (USA) the shower is more likely to be hosted by family members and they usually give a very big (expensive) gift. My Yankee aunt/godmother was shocked by this! I remember that one of m showers was a Blue Shower, blue being my favorite color then. This freed people up to spend at any price level and participate in the shower. For another one, the hostess asked each guest to write a poem to go with the gift. They were hysterical.
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