Bridal shower after courthouse.. is it scceptable??

Congratulations on your marriage! Plenty of couples marry at the courthouse, and what a wonderful pic. If you are having a party in 2027, then that would be your reception. If you like you can have a symbolic ceremony, but your loved ones would know you as married by then. As for bachelorettes, bridal showers, and registries, these can be viewed as gift grabby as you are already legally married. However, if others (not you, yourself) want to throw you a latent "ladies party" or send a gift, then that's on them, and not you asking.

Thank you so much for getting back to me! I like the idea of a “ladies party” or maybe “couple party” many people don’t know we are married but to be honest I wouldn’t want any more gifts! Just some kind of celebration really

View Quoted Comment Oh sure you're excited, that's why couples have receptions. So maybe move up the date and tell your friends the happy news. But I wouldn't keep it to a couples party as that excludes your fun single friends.

Yes, that’s totally acceptable. A lot of couples do the legal part first and then celebrate later with the ceremony and related events. As long as guests understand that the shower and bachelorette are tied to your upcoming celebration, most people won’t think twice about it. I think clear communication is the key - once people know you’re still planning the ceremony and celebration, it all makes sense. Do what feels right for you and enjoy the process.