Bridal shower in 2 weeks

I just had mine last week, and most people were comfortable without a mask and were more than ok with hugging. Anyone with a mask on we would ask if they were ok with hugging and if they would prefer me to have my mask on. But honestly it was only a couple people. I would just be direct with each person, and especially if you are not comfortable hugging. I would make that very obvious for guests so they don't feel badly if they try. They will be very excited to see you and other people!

I think if you’re having a traditional shower at a venue/at someone’s house, then yes people are going to expect to be able to hug you. Are you not wanting to have physical contact with anyone? If you are trying to avoid hugs, I’d make that clear to your guests before they show up. We are still having events with some of our family members, though much smaller than we used to, and everyone hugs and hangs out without masks.

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I agree with this. Unless it was stated on invites or by word of mouth, people are going to assume you're fine with hugging since you're going forward with a shower.

If you're concerned at all about physical contact, def. let it be known that you are so your guests are aware!

I attended a shower recently and the guest of honor just sent out text messages a few days beforehand that said "hey, I just wanted to let yall know that I'll be wearing a mask at the shower and ask the same of everyone attending."

Everyone respected her boundaries and decision. As an attendee, I appreciated the heads up. I think the same would help with hugs if you just give people a heads up then you likely won't have that awkward moment of "will they try to hug me nad I have to tell them I'm not comfortable."

I'd have a pile of new masks at the door and a cutesy sign reminding everyone to mask up and socially distance. We did that for our microwedding and it was fine


Instead of hugging I just wave enthusiastically at people with both arms out

The people part didn't bother me since I'm a public school teacher. I've had students for a while. On the other hand, I was very hesitant about people taking off masks. I ended up having lots of folks hug me or take off masks for pictures. I just tried to remind myself that about 70% of the folks there have already received their vaccines!