Virtual Couples Shower

Please rethink this idea. You shouldn't be hosting a shower--virtual or otherwise--yourself. Or letting people know about your registry, other than having a link on your website if you have one. The whole point of a shower is that it is a gift-giving occasion, whether those gifts are recipes or something off of your registry. So a shower can be hosted by anyone who volunteers to host it, but you shouldn't be hosting a party that is for the purpose of giving you gifts.

Hi Rebecca,

This sounds like a fun idea! If I were in your shoes, I think I would limit it to immediate family + bridal party. Like you mentioned, you certainly don't want too many people on the call - then people won't get the opportunity to chat!

I'm certain you and your partner will do what's best for you both. Sending lots of love your way!

Hi Rebecca,

Typically, for a shower, you wouldn't invite the full wedding guest list--but you should do whatever feels right for you!

Have you considered setting up a private Facebook group and using Facebook live to stream? It could be a good alternative to Zoom. There are pros/cons to each, and the best option for you depends on how interactive and/or private you want the event to be.

Also, as you can imagine, we're getting more questions than ever before about planning/hosting virtual weddings and related events. This article offers some suggestions for a bridal/wedding shower: 5 Wedding Events to Host Virtually When You Can't Celebrate in Person. Depending on how active you want the shower to be, I have two additional ideas:

- Show & Tell - each guest shares a story/memory or finds a photo with you

- Play the Shoe Game - you've probably seen this one at weddings, and I think it would be a good time on a video call as well (see this tried-and-true WeddingWire article for questions: What The Heck is the Shoe Game and Why You Should Do It )

Have so much fun!