Our Big Day: Bridal Showers and Registry

Today I bring you a recap of all the showers we were given before our wedding, and some of our favorite items from the registry.  We are blessed with amazing friends and family who hosted a number of parties for Bradley and myself.  We were definitely "showered" with everything we wanted and more to start our first home together.  (I apologize in advance for the long post.)

Our first shower was hosted by my sister and her boyfriend.  It was a Gamecock themed 

couples shower that featured lawn and garden gifts, along with some Carolina gear.  To keep it interesting, my sister also played a fun couples game with us to see who knew each other the best!

In January of 2011, my aunt hosted a kitchen themed shower for me.  Attendees were to bring all things kitchen from my registry, and we even played a fun few games while I opened the gifts!

{With my grandmothers}

 {mother and mother-in-law}

{the hostess and myself}

Next up was my bachelorette party! My college roomie/best friend hosted the party in 

Charlotte, NC for me and my closest friends.  To say we had a blast is an understatement.
Two nights of cruising the town and playing games = one worn out girl!

{Lingerie Shower at the Bach Party}

{Me and my girls}

{my sister, cousin, myself, and party planner}

My aunt and cousin hosted another shower for me in the church social hall in February 2011.

I told you we were blessed with great friends and family!

{Opening gifts}

{My Hostesses}

Last but certainly not least, two of my aunts and two of my cousins hosted a bridal 

luncheon for me and my maids.  It was held in my hometown at one of our local restaurants.

{Four of my six maids that could attend}

{With the hostesses}

Bradley and I decided to register at three different stores to give our guests a wide variety.

We chose Belk, Bed Bath and Beyond, and Target since all three are near our hometown.

After several visits to each store and some online registering, we were able to complete

our list before the first shower was held.  Below is a list/link to some of our favorite items.

Formal China- Lenox Solitaire White

Place Setting & Serveware- Lenox Continental

Everyday China- Everyday White Collection

Serving Pieces- Wilton Armetale Flutes & Pearls

Cookware- Calphalon Contemporary

Bakeware- Calphalon Simply

Sheets- Biltmore For Your Home

Ninja Master Prep Professional

Calphalon 4 Slice Toaster

Can you tell we like kitchen accessories the most?

We had a blast celebrating our engagement with all of our friends and family. 

We are very grateful for our hostesses and all of the wonderful gifts we received throughout this time!