I was wondering what an appropriate gift would be for a bridal shower?

Question

I have never been to a bridal shower before and I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions on what kind of gifts would be good. The bride to be has registered at a few places but I am not sure if I should be saving that for an actual wedding present or how this works. Thanks

Answer 1

A HOUSE!!!!! no just kidding, um maybe something she likes that will make her (and her husband to be, if possible) happy. Like, if she really likes gardening, get her a bundle of really nice seeds, if the season's right, or maybe if she likes dishes, you can get her some cool cups that say just married or something on them, even though that's kinda cliché... But i still like the house, they'll love u forever and ever and ever. :)

Answer 2

Call the host of the shower and ask if there is a "theme" to it meaning they may be requesting gifts to decorate the bride to be's new bedroom, kitchen or whatever.  If not, then ask what she thinks the bride would like.  There is no need to spend a large amount of money for a shower gift...get a nice gift that is affordable.  For the actual wedding gift check out the gift registry and purchase something from there.

Answer 3

The bridal shower is meant for a fun get together with female friends and relatives. You should bring a gift that is a little more personal and is meant for her enjoyment. A manicure/pedicure gift certificate always goes over well. If you know her well enough you could get her lingerie, put together a fun gift basket: massage oils, silk scarves (they have dual purposes), a copy of the kama sutra or another book about s*x and whatever you think would go together. The wedding present is meant for the couple so bringing it to the reception or mailing closer to the date is appropriate.  

Answer 4

I've been to a few bridal showers before and mostly the gifts have consisted of things the bride would want to use for herself--not for the things around the house. If she is a good friend, don't be hesitant to get her something fun--like lingerie. If you don't know her, stick with something conservative like bath and body products or spa gift certificates for herself and friend of her choosing. Really anything goes as long as the bride can benefit from the gift and use it for herself.

Answer 5

Unless the bride/groom are my immediate family or my very best friend, I consider the gift I bring to the bridal shower to be "THE" gift from me for their wedding.  I usually look at everything on the registry list and may or may not buy something from there.  I usually pick out something similar/along the same lines, but not the exact thing on the list.  It can be hard, because you don't want to presume to do her decorating for her, so I stay away from things like art for the wall or decorative pieces to set on a shelf.  If the shower is designated a certain type, like lingerie or china, you should stick with that.  If not, I like to make up a basket of nice stuff.  Like a kitchen basket with special tools and spices, sauces, etc, that are not on her list and may not buy for herself (garlic press, wine bottle opener, banana stand).  Put some filler in a nice large basket and arrange the things in there and then use clear or colored celophane to wrap it up and add a bow or tie with something tied on - like some fancy wooden spoons.  

Have fun.

Answer 6

punch  bowl  plate

Answer 7

You should pick something off the registry for the bridal shower (and if it all too pricey, get a gift card to one of the stores that she is registered at) and then give a check as a wedding gift (whatever you can afford).  I think that different areas of the US have different (and specific) unwritten rules about  shower and wedding gifts - so you may get a better answer for you give people a general idea of where you live.