How to Use bridal shower in a Sentence

bridal shower

noun
  • This tradition is often performed at the reception, bridal shower, or the bridesmaids’ luncheon.
    Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 1 Aug. 2024
  • Simone Biles' bridal shower over the weekend was the stuff of dreams.
    Ariana Garcia, Chron, 5 Apr. 2023
  • The white canvas for the print leads me to think this dress would be so ideal for a spring bridal shower.
    Halie Lesavage, harpersbazaar.com, 26 Apr. 2023
  • Ahead of the couple’s nuptials, Culpo shared a peek at her bridal shower last month in Malibu, Calif.
    Charna Flam, Peoplemag, 26 June 2024
  • Richie later shared a series of photos from the bridal shower.
    Ilana Frost, Peoplemag, 17 Apr. 2023
  • Wedding events, like a bridal shower or dress shopping can start far before the nuptials.
    Aditi Shrikant, CNBC, 27 July 2024
  • Maria is having a bridal shower in two weeks and a send-off next month for her destination wedding.
    Amy Dickinson, Washington Post, 1 Sep. 2023
  • This stunning spring treat is dressed up and ready to go to all your favorite places, whether that's a barn dance, a bridal shower, or just an extra special treat for friends.
    Torie Cox, Country Living, 27 Feb. 2023
  • For a bridal shower or luncheon, opt for a classic crisp cotton dress by Tove paired with Toteme’s sleek pointed-toe flats for a timeless look.
    Anny Choi, Vogue, 2 July 2024
  • Rock the fire orange or hot pink one on vacation, then buy it in white for your bridal shower or bachelorette party.
    Emily Rochotte, Women's Health, 12 July 2023
  • Maria is having a bridal shower in two weeks and a sendoff next month for her destination wedding.
    Amy Dickinson, cleveland, 1 Sep. 2023
  • Keep the theme going by using your favorite design for bridal shower invites, dinner menus, thank you cards, and more.
    Julie Tong, Vogue, 26 June 2024
  • As Hubbard approached her wedding to Radke Olivera showed up to support the publicist at her bridal shower in August.
    Dana Rose Falcone, Peoplemag, 31 Oct. 2023
  • The bride’s parents also traditionally hosted the engagement party, while some maids of honor cover the cost of the bridal shower.
    Priya Rao, Vogue, 21 Mar. 2023
  • Adolphus worked with Levine to pull old photographs and home videos from the personal archive, including a precious video from Moore’s bridal shower ahead of marrying Levine.
    Mia Galuppo, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Mar. 2023
  • But with all the money spent between the bachelorette, perhaps even a bridal shower and the wedding weekend itself, why not be a little more thoughtful with how those dollars are ultimately spent?
    townandcountrymag.com, 29 May 2023
  • Looking for a winery setting for an unforgettable party, celebration of life or bridal shower?
    Laura Ness, The Mercury News, 21 Apr. 2024
  • Wedding guests also sometimes struggle to know the proper etiquette for gift-giving if they’re invited to multiple events such as a bridal shower or bachelor/bachelorette party.
    Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 15 June 2024
  • There’s the expectation to attend a bridal shower, bachelorette/bachelor party (sometimes stretched to weekend retreats) and rehearsal dinner.
    Michelle Singletary, Washington Post, 21 July 2023
  • On the site buyers can shop by occasion: rehearsal dinner, wedding reception, bachelorette, bridal shower, honeymoon, and getting ready.
    Anna Moeslein, Glamour, 8 Mar. 2024

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