Celebrating your engagement is one of the first fun things to do after putting a ring on it. There’s no right or wrong way to throw a party, but it can get overwhelming if you aren’t careful. Remember you’ll soon be in all-out wedding planning mode, so an engagement party should be fun without much stress. However, we’ve got a few things to keep in mind when it comes to engagement party etiquette.
The Host
Traditionally, an engagement party is thrown by the bride’s folks. But these days, it’s all about who steps up to the plate and insists they host the party for you. If no one starts the planning process, you can even throw it together as a couple. An engagement party doesn’t have to be a crazy, huge shindig?you can reserve that for your wedding. An engagement party is all about celebrating the couple going to the chapel in a casual way. Just have fun with it! The Date
Most couples chose to have an engagement party soon after their engagement. You don’t want to throw a party too close to the wedding or it will all seem to blend together. Start the magic of the wedding planning season off right by throwing a party soon after the ring is on your finger. Everyone is excited and ready to help you start wedding planning, so it’s the perfect time. This also helps you get started with the planning process as you look at who you want to invite and the style you want for your actual wedding. It all gets the ball rolling as the ...