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A bridal shower is an event where a party is made for the
celebration of an upcoming birth (traditionally limited to only the first
child, but modern practices have showers for additional children as
well). The bridal shower is usually organized by a friend or family
member (usually a female) and many times the day and time is a surprise to
the young mother. The event is mostly attended by mothers and
sometimes the husbands of the immediate family or very close friends. The
shower could be held at a restaurant, catering hall, or simply at someone's
home. Gift giving is a part of this holiday and all guests will
purchase items for the household of the soon to be newlyweds (e.g.,
Microwaves, Blenders, Picture frames, etc.). Some guests might also
purchase additional gag gifts (e.g., bedroom toys & lingerie).
However, keep in mind that you may have already gone to and purchased a gift
for an engagement party. If you have already done so, it is not
required for you to purchase such an expensive gift for this occasion.
Bridal Shower Gift Ideas:
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Many brides register with many types of stores.
See our Online registry list.
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If there is no registry, ask the bride to be or their
family.
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If they give you no guidance, try some of our gift ideas
below. These are gifts that might not be purchased by another
guest, or are items that are the recipient can have multiples of.
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Combined Coffee/Cappuccino/Espresso maker
(usually people purchase item with only one of the features)
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Television (always makes a nice
gift - the recipient could always put it somewhere)
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Combo DVD & VHS player (to
play the old tapes and start a new DVD collection)
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Blender with grating & chopping
attachments (comes in so handy in the kitchen)
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Picture Frames (you can never have enough)
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Lingerie (if you know them
well - other people may not be willing to purchase them)
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Fondue Set (its a classic, an
is being revitalized as a fad in major cities)
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Sushi Set with Video/Book on
how to make it (A fun gift that is "in")
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Professional grade knife (you
can never have enough and usually the bride requests a full knife
set, where none are professional grade)
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Antique Heirloom (something
that the recipient can proudly display, but also has
investment potential)
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Antique Tea or China Set
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Hand painted picture
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Antique furniture
(armoire, secretaries desk, coat stand, etc.)
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Collectible statues/curios
(Lladros, Hallmark or other collections)
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Gift Certificate from a store
that sells Bed & Bath merchandise and/or Electronics (this way
they can decide themselves what to purchase)
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