Bridal shower invitation wording

A bridal shower is hosted for the bride by friends or family, so the invitation comes from the host. These examples cover brunches, teas, couples' showers and surprises.

Bridal shower wording

Classic

Please join us for a bridal shower honoring Elena Marsh Saturday, April 10 at 1pm Hosted by Claire and Nina at 14 Rose Court Registered at Crate & Barrel

Brunch

Brunch & Bubbly for the bride-to-be Elena Marsh Sunday, April 11 · 11am The Orangery Café

Tea party

Tea, cake and a bride-to-be Join us for an afternoon tea shower for Elena Saturday, April 10 at 3pm

Couples shower

Please join us for a couples shower honoring Elena & Marcus Drinks and dinner from 6pm

Surprise

Shh! It's a surprise shower for Elena Please arrive by 12:30pm She arrives at 1pm

Long distance / virtual

Join us online to shower Elena with love Video call link to follow Saturday, April 10 · 7pm GMT

Wording rules worth knowing

  • Registry information is acceptable on a shower invitation because the event is about gifts; keep it to one short line.
  • Only invite people who are also invited to the wedding (office showers are the usual exception).
  • Send invitations four to six weeks ahead; showers usually happen two to six weeks before the wedding.

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Questions people ask

Who sends out bridal shower invitations?

The host: usually the maid of honour, bridesmaids, friends or family. The bride's name appears as the guest of honour.

Can I put registry info on a bridal shower invitation?

Yes. Unlike wedding invitations, shower invitations may include a short registry line or insert.

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