Hosting An Engagement Party at Home #amazonfinds
With Valentine's Day behind us, you may just know someone who put a ring on it! What better way to celebrate this exciting occasion than by hosting a memorable engagement party? It's a chance for friends and family to come together and toast the newly engaged couple as they head into this exciting time leading up to the wedding. This is often the first chance for the couple’s friends to meet people they will see later at the wedding, and a chance for the families to get to know each other. With so many pre-wedding events in the months ahead, this sets the tone as the first of many encounters, so it should be a positive one. Let’s look at some best practices and ideas to ensure that the engagement party is a night to remember.
Set the Tone
When two worlds collide, as is often the case with a newly engaged couple, their friends and family may be scattered across different locations. If you intend to include any of them in the engagement party, it’s a good idea to personally touch base with them to see if any of the dates you’re considering work logistically for them. Note one important etiquette tip: Any guest invited to the engagement party should also be invited to the wedding.
Start off on the right foot by sending out stylish invitations that reflect the couple's personality. Whether it's elegant and formal or quirky and casual, the invitation sets the tone for the entire event and should be sent out at least a month in advance. Consider personalized invitations with a photo of the happy couple or opt for trendy electronic invites to save on paper waste.
Decide the Vibe
Although you’ll be hosting the party at your home, the inspiration for the event should be the couple themselves. Curate a playlist with all their favorite songs, blow up pictures of the pair and have them situated throughout the space, and try to decorate with a flair for the romantic. Determine the vibe you want and whether you’d like a champagne brunch, a more formal evening event, or a casual backyard gathering. If you opt for a champagne brunch, be sure to grab a Mimosa Decorations Kit to take your decor to another level. If you’ve decided on an evening get-together, consider a, “She Said Yes” banner, festive balloons, lush floral arrangements, and lots of candles. Try to incorporate the couple's favorite colors or themes to personalize the space and make it feel extra special.
Bubbly & Bites
No party is complete without scrumptious food and drinks. Treat your guests to a selection of mouth watering appetizers, ice cold champagne, and sweet treats. Consider hiring a caterer or setting up a DIY food and drink station where guests can customize their own goodies. Make sure you have lots of bubbly on hand for plenty of heartfelt toasts. As the host, it would be a warm gesture to kick things off right and make a toast to the couple. A decorative bucket filled with ice and bubbly makes for a festive focal point, and funny wedding themed napkins will certainly be a hit with guests. If you’re offering a dessert table, adorn some cupcakes with adorable wedding themed toppers that your guests will love. Be sure to have plenty of matching champagne flutes on hand, and if you don’t, it’s definitely time to stock up.
Party On
Keep the party lively and entertaining with fun activities and games. Consider a photo booth setup with a variety of props where guests can pose for fun photos with the couple and each other. One of the best ways to have guests (who may not know each other) mingle and get acquainted is to play a party game, to see how well they all know the couple. The winner could receive a prize of course, perhaps a funny mug, a gift box, or gourmet cookies. If the newly engaged couple loves music, a karaoke setup might be a hilarious way to warm up the crowd and keep the vibe going.
Party Favors
Send guests home with a token of appreciation to remember the special day. Personalized favors such as mini honey jars, custom candles, or sweet treats are a thoughtful way to thank guests for celebrating with the happy couple.
Hosting an engagement party is a fabulous way to celebrate love and the beginning of a new chapter. With these tips, you'll be well on your way to throwing a memorable celebration that will mean the world to the happy couple. Cheers to love, laughter, and happily ever after!
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