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Multiple Bridal Showers Dilemma

Katelyn, on January 13, 2017 at 12:37 PM Posted in Etiquette and Advice 0 5

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My soon to be mother-in-law and her sister both want to have bridal showers in addition to the one my bridesmaids want to plan. When I told my girls this, they were insulted, thinking that my fiancé's family is trying to steal their job. Our families do live an hour apart, but I initially was thinking there would only be one shower that is all inclusive. Any advice on whether or not to have one or multiple showers? I just want to keep everyone happy. Thanks!

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Latest activity by FutureMrsKnowles, on January 13, 2017 at 6:20 PM

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Jennifer · on January 13, 2017 at 12:39 PM
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It's non uncommon to have a family shower and then a shower with just friends. There is no rule about only having one shower if multiple people offer to throw them in your honor.
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Lynnie · on January 13, 2017 at 12:49 PM
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With only a 1 hour travel distance you could definitely limit to just 1 shower, but it's also very common to have a family shower and friend shower, or a showers with different sides of the family! If it will make everyone happy you could easily have a shower hosted by your bridesmaids and a separate shower hosted by your FMIL and her sister!
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marryingmyknight · on January 13, 2017 at 5:10 PM
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I have two being thrown for me - one from my FMIL with family and family friends and the other from my MOH who is inviting all of our friends this is also convenient because my sister (matron of honor) can't make it to the friend one so she is coming to the family one. I think it's going to be less hectic overall and I'll be able to spend more time with each person by not combining friends with family at those occasions.
Also don't want to open anything sexual in front of FHs grandma lol
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Kay · on January 13, 2017 at 5:54 PM
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My FMIL was super excited to throw a shower for me, so I will be having a family shower and a friends shower. It works out better this way for me as each can be more intimate since I have a decent sized guest list.
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FutureMrsKnowles · on January 13, 2017 at 6:20 PM
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I don't understand why your girls would find that offensive? Don't they know that family is an important facet to life? I would take it as a compliment and allow them to be involved in the way they want to.
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