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This is for those of you that are recently engaged! Getting engaged is a hugely exciting, life-changing moment. It's a whole new chapter in your life! And telling friends and family your big news is something worth celebrating. For that reason, many people choose to organize an engagement party to make the most of this milestone moment.
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Your engagement party is the very first event that celebrates you and your partner as a couple. This makes your engagement party a significant occasion and the perfect way to practice celebrating your relationship ahead of your big day.
Start Planning
Before you get carried away with details, you need to first determine who will be hosting the engagement party. Will you go with tradition and let the bride’s parents organize and host the party? Or, would you prefer to celebrate in your own way and host it yourselves? Knowing where you want to celebrate is the most crucial decision to make before the proper party planning gets started. Don’t forget to check with the bride’s parents and see if they were planning to host the celebration before making your plans. You certainly don’t want to cause an offense at what should be a happy time.
Choose a Theme
Just like with a wedding, deciding on the kind of celebration you want will make it far easier to plan the smaller details. Your theme can be anything that you choose. Glamorous black-tie? A garden party full of flowers? A casual backyard get-together? It's up to you. The theme can be as strong or subtle as you would like, but it is a useful tool for planning your party. Choosing a theme is also the perfect excuse to get creative and have fun getting carried away in the details of planning a magical celebration.
Pick a Venue
This depends a lot on your theme and the number of guests you want to invite. Think about if you have a family member or friend with a home or garden that would make the ideal party venue. If so, lucky you--that makes it much easier!
Guest List
Getting engaged is so exciting, you may want to invite everyone that you know to celebrate with you. Don’t forget to make sure that your chosen venue can accommodate the number of guests you want to invite (and be sure to consider parking, tables, and chairs too). Once you have narrowed down your guest list, it's time to start inviting everyone! You can send formal invites if you like, or Facebook invites, a group email, or a group text are perfectly acceptable too. Then start gathering the RSVPs!
Food
A buffet is a perfect choice for a more informal engagement celebration. If you are planning a more traditional engagement celebration, you may decide to treat your guests to a sit-down meal. Of course, your choice of food depends on how many people you are catering for and your budget. Planning an engagement party doesn’t need to be formal. Some of the best parties happen in the backyard with a BBQ. The most important thing to remember is that this celebration symbolizes your love and commitment to each other.
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This article is a comprehensive guide to planning an unforgettable engagement party! From venue selection to guest list tips, it's packed with valuable advice for couples embarking on this special celebration.