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Re: Opinions for bridal shower alternatives

You do not need to give them a "shower" at all if they are already home furnished. Just have a nice gathering for lunch or brunch. No need for gifts. You don't even need to call it a shower. Just a nice party to wish the couple well and happiness. And yes, a gift card shower does sound tacky and very boring.

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Re: Opinions for bridal shower alternatives


@nana59 wrote:

if they need very little, why not just have a get-together without gifts.....just enjoying the guests....or maybe a donations to a charity....nowadays, most couples have too much.....jmo...


 

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Let the couple pick a charity or two, have an event (afternnoon brunch, cocktail party or whatever is the thing in their social circle), and ask for no gifts, but if wishing to gift, make it for the charity listed. 

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Re: Opinions for bridal shower alternatives

I totally agree with the Personal SHower idea.  waste of money...it is "personal".  

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Re: Opinions for bridal shower alternatives

“In lieu of gifts, please bring canned goods to be donated to our local food bank”