If you?re reading this article, chances are that you or someone you know are newly engaged! Congratulations to the joyful couple! Whether you?re going to an engagement party or throwing one, it can be hard to know what is expected. Engagement parties can be traditional formal affairs or casual get-togethers with family and friends. Whichever one you and your partner decide on, here are some common aspects and things to consider when planning or attending this event.
Announcements and Invitations
An engagement party is a great time to formerly congratulate a couple on their news, and a wonderful opportunity for family and friends to get acquainted. Usually, the engagement party takes place within a few months of the engagement. When planning your event, you may want to consider having more than one. While traditionally one is perfectly fine, many couples nowadays will have a formal affair for close family and friends, while also throwing a more causal party for a larger group. Announcing your engagement is common on social media, however you might want to consider announcing it privately first to family and friends, as not everyone will be invited to your engagement party. These websites are a wonderful place to send out announcements and private invitations, and think carefully about who you should tell personally before making a public announcement. After all, you wouldn?t want Grandma Rosie to find out from her neighbor (who saw it on Facebook) before she heard it from y...