Open Question: Engagement Party Etiquette
October 16th, 2006 @ 10:33 am by Open Question
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”
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.
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.
I would definitely bring a small gift, and something off of the registry if they have registered already.
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.
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)
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. 
I went to one and didn’t bring a gift… but I did give a gift at the wedding, so I think that’s ok?
However, I do know that the bride was kind of pissed that a lot of people didn’t bring presents, which is kind of ridiculous in my opinion.
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I would bring a gift - nothing extravagant though.