Bridal Shower Awkwardness

People aren't really obligated to buy you anything. Making a registry is fine, but just be forewarned people will get you what they want (my shower was living proof). A registry is more of a guide line of things you would like to have.

I couldn't help peeking at my registry. I've had several items bought from my registry. I don't think it's awkward.. you're giving people and idea of things you'd actually want/use. The awkward part for me is going to be hiding the fact that I already know I've received some of the items haha.

The registry is not telling people to buy you stuff. It is merely an indication of your taste and what you hope to have in your home. People are free to buy you something, or not.

I think showers are awkward too. It's just my personality. I hate the idea of people going out of their way for me, or being inconvenienced on my behalf... Idk. That's what makes the whole wedding thing so stressful for me. I didn't have a shower. Less presents for me but oh well. honestly I don't understand the point of wedding showers. Why do you need presents to get married? Baby showers however make sense

The most awkward part of the shower for me was opening the gifts - I just hate opening gifts in front of people for whatever reason! Selecting the gifts for the registry was the fun part Don't worry - people appreciate having it as a guide rather than going in blind for a gift!

I asked my BP, SIL and mom not to throw me a shower. If I was 18 and FH were moving into our first place on our own I would have but we are 33 and have lived together for 5 years. We don't need a shower

Every once in a while I have that moment of "holy shit, people are buying me stuff just because I'm getting married. Weird."

Just remember that:

- A registry is a good resource because people will give you gifts regardless and might as well know what you actually want/need

- No one is really paying attention to you opening stuff past the first couple gifts

- It generally makes your host(s) happy to do this for you, and brings lots of people you love who may never see each other into one room together.

- Send a really nice and thoughtful thank you.

I think showers are strange, too. I just keep telling myself that it will be so nice to see friends and family- especially when family lives all over the country, you don't always have time and reasons to get everyone together. Keep the positives in mind!

It is awkward, but it's also fun! People want to give you gifts and want to give you things that you will love. They have also been to showers (I'm assuming) so everybody knows what it's all about. Just maybe take a lesson from me and don't drink too much because you feel awkward lol. It was fine, and everyone was having a good time and drinking, I just felt like later I thought to myself "huh, I was a little drunk towards the end there".

I hate opening gifts in front of people. Even when my students bring me a gift I get embarrassed.

If your shower is this Sunday, isn't it a little late to start a registry? If I were invited, I would have purchased a gift or gift card by now.

100% of my BS guests texted me beforehand to ask if I had a registry. I think it's expected for the most part when you attend one. Even my guy friends bought gifts. Just make sure to send a thank you afterwards.

I have had a registry since January. I was just saying its weird, but glad to see I'm not the only one.

I've heard of people asking for any gifts to be brought in unwrapped, or they don't open the gifts in front of everyone at all. To me, the awkward part is opening them while everyone stares at you! I feel like if we get gifts, I'd rather share that moment with FH and then of course send a heartfelt thank you card to each person.