Who throws the engagement party?

Traditionally the engagement party is hosted by the bride's parents, but can also be given by friends of the bride and groom, or other relatives. Yes, you can have two or more parties; one for relatives and family friends, for instance, and another for your own friends.

How long after engagement do you throw an engagement party?

Planning your party two to four months after the proposal is standard. This is the sweet spot between relishing in your newly engaged life and getting serious about planning your big day.

What is proper etiquette for an engagement party?

The traditional rules of etiquette dictate that guests invited to the engagement party should also be invited to the wedding. However, the guest list will likely be shorter. Often the idea is to make this a more intimate event than the wedding itself.

Can the groom's parents host an engagement party?

Can the groom's parents host the engagement party? Anyone can host the engagement party, but tradition for bride and groom couples dictates that the bride's parents have first dibs on the soirée.

What is the purpose of an engagement party?

An engagement party, also known as a betrothal party or fort, is a party held to celebrate a couple's recent engagement and to help future wedding guests to get to know one another. Traditionally, the bride's parents host the engagement party, but many modern couples host their own celebration.

Why do you throw an engagement party?

Is an engagement party a big deal?

Engagement parties are typically smaller and are a more casual affair than weddings. You'll want to talk and mingle with all your loved ones, so don't invite so many guests that you feel overwhelmed or rushed to greet everyone. Keep it simple and invite close family and you and your partner's closest friends.

Which family pays for the engagement party?

The bride or groom's family plans and hosts the engagement party; if there's more than one, the bride's family hosts the first one. The groom's family plans and hosts the rehearsal dinner.

What do the groom's parents usually pay for?

What Does the Groom's Family Pay For, Traditionally? The groom's family is responsible for corsages and boutonnieres for immediate members of both families, the lodging of the groom's attendants (if you have offered to help pay for this expense), and sometimes the costs of the rehearsal dinner.

What should the mother of the groom not do?

What role does the groom's mother play?

Traditionally, the groom's mother will take care of the rehearsal dinner arrangements and help prepare the guest list for the groom's side of the family. Both tasks should be done with both the bride and the groom's input. Any other responsibilities can be negotiated among the families.

Does the bride or groom throw the engagement party?

Who Throws the Engagement Party? Traditionally, the bride's parents are expected to host the first official pre-wedding celebration, then the groom's parents can throw their own party (yes, you can have more than one engagement party). But this way of doing things is by no means the rule.

Do you serve food at an engagement party?

Engagement parties, though, should really not mimic the wedding menu. Instead, engaged couples and their host should offer a mixture of yummy finger food and appetizers that suit the theme and time of day.

Who gives the toast at an engagement party?

If the bride's parents are hosting, which is typical of the engagement party, one of them-usually Dad-makes the first speech. He welcomes the guests and toasts his daughter and her groom-to-be, regaling the crowd with a sweet anecdote about the bride. If someone else is hosting, that person should make the first toast.

What not to do after getting engaged?

Do you give gifts at an engagement party?

The good thing is that gifts are not often required for engagement parties, so you can make a relaxed decision. If you do decide on taking something, engagement party gift ideas could range from a lovely book, to some wine, or even a cute picture frame.

Do you have a cake at an engagement?

Should we have a cake? This is completely up to you! We've seen couples organise anything from a gelato cart to a dessert buffet and some not worry about this detail at all.

Who walks mother of groom down the aisle?

The groom might opt to escort his mother down the aisle and to her seat in the front row, followed closely behind by the groom's father. This gives the groom an opportunity to give his parents a hug before taking his place at the altar.

What color should the groom's mother wear?

The Best Colors for a Mother of the Groom

"Wear a flattering color that compliments the color palette of the wedding," advises Valiente. For example, jewel tones and earthy hues are perfect for fall nuptials, while formal gowns in navy or silver would be ideal for black-tie weddings.

Who normally seats the mother of the groom?

7. Brothers of the couple usually seat their mothers, but the head usher can do it if the brothers are in the wedding party, or a brother can seat his mom and then take his place with the other groomsmen.

Who gives speeches at rehearsal dinner?

According to tradition, the mother and father of the groom give a speech during the rehearsal dinner. This is because traditionally the groom's parents hosted the rehearsal dinner while the bride's parents hosting the wedding.

Who gets invited to rehearsal dinner?

Your immediate families, the bridal party (including the parents of the flower girl and ring bearer, even if they're not in the wedding), any ceremony readers, and your officiant (plus his or her spouse, if married) should always be invited to the rehearsal dinner.

Do the groom's parents pay for alcohol?

While Bride's Magazine, Emily Post, the Wedding Channel and other resources do not mention the groom's family paying for reception alcohol, wedding maven Martha Stewart does. “The old tradition is that the groom's parents should pay for the alcohol,” she writes on her wedding website.

Who pays for the bride's dress?

Dresses and Suits

Oftentimes the bride's mom will help pay for her dress and accessories. The groom should handle any costs associated with their suit. When you are planning for these costs, remember to include shoes, jewelry, and a veil if you plan on wearing one.

What is a average gift amount for a engagement party?

How much money do you give at an engagement party? The standard amount to give as a wedding gift is $100 to $200. Give less than this as an engagement party gift. Somewhere between $50 and $75 is appropriate.

How many couples have an engagement party?

An engagement party is typically one of the first pre-wedding parties that takes place. This is an event that many couples don't have. In fact, according to WeddingWire, only 26 percent of couples have an engagement party!