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Anonymous wrote:if you are the lone friend who wants to shell out bigger bucks to have it in a "nice venue," prepare to get hated, whether overtly or covertly. this is one of those things that always brings out the drama because more expensive digs means that more people will have to pay more, period. are you going to cover all the costs? are you splitting costs with co-hosts? are you expecting guests to pay their own way? if you are generously covering all the costs, then that's great, but if you're going either of the other two routes, i would say you should let the group decide. and if "everyone wants to do it at someone's house," then that is how you should go. don't turn it into a contest about who loves the mom-to-be more or less.
just a warning, because i have seen how this has played out before.
You know...u just might have a point! I have been met with some resistance along the way. I am the one that was going to pay for the entire shower, but everyone seems to be opposed to that idea which is why I figured the shower could be at a venue so everyone could enjoy it w/o having to worry about anything other than being a guest. *sigh* I guess u just can't win w/these types of events.
Anonymous wrote:I had my shower at the Mansion on O Street in Dupont Circle. It was wonderful! I have no idea how much it costs (wasn't privvy to those details). we had a delicious sunday brunch. the building is beautiful and really one of a kind.
I have to warn you -- their website SUCKS. it completely misrepresents the kind of place it is:
http://www.omansion.com/
Look at the pics here to get a better feel of the place:
http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/6RDc_seSx8i3EBHCU3XGGw?select=852S98A9nASKkKhAOpUhLw
Have fun!
Thanks for the info! The photos are gorg!!
Where can I find the best Metro accessible space (in DC) for a babyshower for a 1st time mom? I am throwing a shower for a good friend and everyone wants to have it at another girlfriend's home. I want to throw it in a really nice restaurant/lounge where there will be staff to take care of food and bev versus missing out on the fun of showering the new mom w/gifts and love.