Gift Opening Procedure at a Bridal Tea

Gift Opening Procedure at a Bridal Tea

by Mary
(Franklin)

In the South, I am accustom to a large Bridal Tea given between the hours of 2-4 to mean that ladies can come and go. also, that the gifts are opened by the Hostess and displayed for all to see. The Bride, Mother and Grooms mother greet the guests. The guests eat and look at the gifts.

Is it acceptable to NOT open the gifts and have them just sitting on a table unopened?

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