Brides likely don’t envision their wedding showers held virtually, but due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it?s currently not advised to have large gatherings in-person. With that being said, virtual showers via video chat are a good alternative, allowing loved ones to “shower” a bride during her special time. Planning a virtual bridal shower is easier than you may think, and as long as you follow the below steps you?re sure to provide the bride with an experience she?ll never forget.
Step One: Plan the Logistics
The first step in planning a virtual shower is to decide on a date and time that works for the bride-to-be and the majority of the guests. Let everyone know approximately how long the shower will last so that they can plan accordingly. Also decide which technological platform you?re going to use. Zoom is a popular way to video chat with groups, so consider using that as a convenient way to get everyone ?together? from a distance. Google Hangouts is another option to consider.
Step Two: Invite Guests

Send out an Evite or email that provides guests with all the details of the shower. Include the time, date, and a link to the bride?s gift registry. Also note whether or not the shower is a surprise. Finally, include details on the platform you?re using to video chat so that everyone can download any applicable software or programs ahead of time.
Step Three: Drill Down on the Details

There are quite a few details to hammer out, even when it comes to a ...