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We had an engagement party. Korean tradition highlights engagement parties—where families can meet and promise the union of their children. Both Mr. Blush and I are very family-oriented so we wanted to honor this tradition and provide this moment for our parents.

It was a small gathering of family and our parents’ friends held last summer in Atlanta. We actually had it at the country club where our…

Do you know what is better than being able to accomplish all of the items on your to-do list during your only trip home before the wedding? Having friends help you to do so.

We were pleasantly surprised when Mr. Shortcake’s best man informed us that our first Saturday back in B.C. would  have to be booked off and vendor-free…he was, as he called it,…

I never thought that I really cared about having an engagement party until about a month or so into being engaged. I was ready to make sure everyone knew how excited I was, but I didn’t want to ask someone to throw us an engagement party. My mom and I talked about it, but she said she was already planning (and paying) for the wedding…

I’m a faux-tography buff. I like to think I’m wicked cool behind the lens, but deep down, I know better. Nevertheless, I persevere in my quest for perfect pics. Vacation itineraries revolve around scenic landscapes. At parties, I’m a temporary teetoaler in fear of missing photo ops. So if I had to rank what’s most important to me in planning the wedding, naturally, it’s that…

Our engagement party was this past weekend and it was an absolute blast. My bridesmaids really knocked one out of the park. We rented out a small bar on Queen Anne called the Great Nabob. It was perfect for us and our 50 closest friends. Balloons, cupcakes and alcohol–more than a girl could ever want! We had a black and white theme, which might have…

Question. So… if an engagement party is being thrown in your honor, it’s probably rude not to show up, right? I mean people will probably notice. Right? Yeah… I have a major problem.

My engagement party has been planned for months now. About 50 people have been sent invites, we rented out a small bar and I even have a new dress. Oh, it’s also next…

Mr. Lily and I have amazing friends who threw us what I consider to be the most incredible engagement party of all time. Seriously. We’re talking 5 stars. Even if real stars like Johnny Depp (who’s awfully easy on the eyes) showed up, it couldn’t have been better. Good friends and lots of drinks were a major part of it, but the bar they had…

This past weekend, Mr. Lily’s lovely parents (who I adore) threw us an engagement party in the City. I just cannot rave enough about how wonderful it was to have our family together, and how completely fabulous the restaurant where they held the party was.

The restaurant is called Dani, and is in the West Village (Hudson and Charlton). The food — which was Sicilian…

Our engagement party (two Sundays ago) was a total success! The food was fabulous, the decorations looked great, my menus came in handy (especially for the great aunts and uncles, who kind of get lost in the shuffle when a buffet is involved), and everyone had a great time! Here are some photos from the affair:

Mr. Sunflower & I

The Bridal Party (take note of the…

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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