Bridal Shower Gifts

In the late 1800s, it became more and more common to shower the bride with gifts (that is, to put bridal gifts in an open umbrella) and less common to send her into marriage with a large dowry. Whether it was a sign of the economy or new traditions melding with old, the bridal shower gifts can be anything from a common household item, to a sexy new baby doll nightgown. Generally speaking, the gifts are opened after the bridal shower games. But, with more couples living with one another before marriage, it is becoming harder to find that perfect present.

Fun

Many guests just want the bride and groom to have a little fun. They want to buy items off the wedding registry that are a little less practical. Many of these items are meant as a set or to be used by both the bride and groom.

· Honeymoon Package: Pack this gift with romantic items like lotion and chocolate.

· Coffee Gift Set: For the coffee lover, this set is meant to get those two love birds out of bed in the morning!

· Wedding Countdown Clock: Fun and silly, this countdown clock will thrill the bride and scare the groom.

Unusual

And then there are items guests might find that don't show up on the registry. These items may be hard to find or even unavailable in stores. Items on this list are meant to be creative and show its recipient the effort that was made.

· Personalized Honey-do Whistle: Can't get him to do what you want, when you want? Train him early with this personalized whistle.

· Personalized 'First Christmas' Ornament: The tree can look rather bare when couples first get married. Help them along and personalize a memory they'll remember every year.

· Honeymoon 'Do Not Disturb' Door Knob Pillow: Need we say more?