Thank you notes!

If you are the Bride, make sure you write your thank you notes as soon as possible for all your gifts -- Engagement, Bridal Shower and Wedding. Thank the giver, reference the gift and possibly your use of it, and if the giver attended the wedding, include wording to the effect that "We were happy you were able to share our special day with us." A handwritten thank you is still the gold standard for wedding, engagement and shower gifts. Many brides use thank you notes printed in the same font as their invitations. Others use a thank you care featuring a wedding photo. A cute idea is a photo of the Bride and Groom holding up signs (one each) with the words, Thank You! Some "high tech" brides are also texting or emailing friends, relatives, etc. photos of themselves holding or using the gift. This does not replace the formal thank you note, but is a sweet addition to those who have the time to do so. It connects the giver, receiver and gift and provides a kind of "history" of the giver's participation in the event! Note: If you do not like the gift, plan to use or even keep it, you are still obligated to write a thank you note. You can use phrases like "there are no words" or "thank you for your unique gift," thereby maintaining etiquette without having to lie. The most important elements are that the thank you notes are timely and heartfelt! And if you are overwhelmed, trying Bridal Coaching! Perfect Bridal Coaching for the Bride.