Open Question: Engagement Party Etiquette

Open Question: Engagement Party Etiquette

October 16th, 2006 @ 10:33 am by Open Question
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I’ve been invited to an engagement party, and I’m sure I’ll be invited to the bridal shower and wedding ceremony as well. Do I bring a gift to the engagement party? And if so, what would you suggest?

Karen

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8 Responses to “Open Question: Engagement Party Etiquette”

Guest

Mukti

I would bring a gift - nothing extravagant though.

10/16/06 @ 10:46 am (reply)

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Bebe

As far as I know, gifts are not necessarily expected at an engagement party. You can always just bring a nice card to congratulate them. If you feel bad not giving something, a bottle of champagne or something along those would be nice.

10/16/06 @ 10:47 am (reply)

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miss violet

i don’t think a gift is expected but a card would be nice.. and if you want you can give something small.. something they can use pre planning.. ? perhaps a book.

10/16/06 @ 10:53 am (reply)

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jess

I would definitely bring a small gift, and something off of the registry if they have registered already.

10/16/06 @ 10:56 am (reply)

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Kathleen

I went to one recently and bought a soft blanket and a candle. I put them both in a basket with a card.

Something small is nice, but certainly not an expectation of guests.

10/16/06 @ 11:43 am (reply)

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jelly

I recently went to one and got the couple a cute picnic basket that came with plates and utensils. thought it was romantic and somewhat unique (i’m sure they’ll be getting champagne flutes and picture frames)

10/16/06 @ 11:52 am (reply)

Bee

Mrs. Bee (message) 3,235 posts, Sugar bee

They are definitely not required but it’s a nice gesture that is always appreciated. In fact a recent engagement party Mr. Bee and I were invited to requested that guests not bring any gifts.

If it were me, I’d probably take something small. But I think your presence and participation in that special day is gift enough.