TIPS FOR PLANnING A BRIDAL SHOWER WHEN THE BRIDE PREFERS SIMPLICITY

BY VICTORIA NAHLEY

A BRIDAL SHOWER IS A TIME TO CELEBRATE WITH YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY. MANY BRIDES, HOWEVER, MAY NOT FEEL COMFORTABLE WITH THE IDEA OF A LAVISH SHOWER. INSTEAD, THEY MAY PREFER A SMALL GATHERING OF FAMILY AND FRIENDS. HERE ARE THREE WAYS TO PLAN A BRIDAL SHOWER THAT IS SIMPLE BUT MEMORABLE.

Limit The Guest List

The purpose of a wedding shower is to give friends and family a chance to celebrate the upcoming wedding. However, the celebration can be as big or small as you like. If the bride prefers simplicity, she might want to limit her guest list to the people she considers most important.

Limiting the number of guests keeps the gathering intimate. The bride will have the opportunity to relax and mingle with each guest.

Choose A Quaint Location

Once you have made a guest list, you must choose a venue for the event. The venue will set the mood for the day, so choose wisely. If the bride wants something simple, choose a relaxed, intimate location. You could rent a party room at a quaint restaurant, for instance.

An alternative that's more affordable is to host the shower in someone's home. A large basement or an outdoor area is perfect. The right décor can transform your space into one that your guests will enjoy.

DON'T GO OVERBOARD

Often, a bride who appreciates simplicity will not want you to go overboard with décor. Still, you can make the space look nice by adding some personal touches. Think quality over quantity when it comes to decorations. Decorating the space with framed photos of the couple and vases of flowers is often enough.