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A Guide To Wedding Shower Etiquette: Who Hosts, Who’s Invited, And Do You Have To Open Every Gift?
You know the scene: pastel ribbons, a mountain of wrapping paper, a guest balancing a paper plate of finger sandwiches while another takes notes on who gave which blender. It’s a moment so familiar it could be lifted straight from “27 Dresses.” But step outside North America, and the very idea of a wedding shower would leave most people confused.
By Alison Cheperdak4 min read
Showers aren’t universal; they’re largely American. And like so many traditions, they come with their own set of etiquette questions: Who’s supposed to host? What if your mom is the only one volunteering? Can you invite people who aren’t invited to the wedding itself? And do you really need to open every single gift at the party?