Your engagement ring is gorgeous, your husband-to-be in handsome, and all is right with the world. And now it’s celebration time!
Your engagement party – whether it’s a cocktail party, buffet, brunch or barbeque – can be as formal or casual as you wish. Here are some tips for planning your engagement party.
How to Plan An Engagement Party
Who Plans an Engagement Party?
Planning an engagement party is usually left to the bride and her parents, but other family members or friends may give the party if parents are not able or available to do so.
Who to Invite to Your Engagement Party?
Engagement party guests usually include close friends of both the bride and groom as well as family members. Remember to invite everyone who has been invited to the engagement party to the wedding itself too!
Do You Give Gifts at an Engagement Party?
While engagement party gifts are not necessary nor are they expected, be aware that some guests may choose to give an appropriate gift to acknowledge the occasion. Remember to send a prompt and sincere thank you note.
Engagement Party Toast Etiquette
During the party, your father or the host may propose a toast to the two of you. When being toasted, remain seated and do not raise your glass to drink. Your finance then stands and proposes a toast to the bride-to-be and her parents. After that, you toast your groom-to-be and his parts, your parents, and the assembled guests.
This should be the first of many celebratory events leading up to your big day. Enjoy!
For more tips and advice, call us at 508-679-8770 or email us at fatima@alexandrasbride.com today.
