How to Throw Your Friend the Best Engagement Party Ever
When your best friend, sibling, cousin, colleague, or any other close contact gets engaged, it really becomes a #squadgoals kind of thing. You may not have a new sparkling piece of jewelry on that finger or a new fiancé/fiancée title to test out, but getting swept up in the joy of your guy or girl getting married, well, it tracks! This is a super exciting and momentous time for your BFF, and when you’re just as enthusiastic and pumped to take part in all that’s to come, it makes it 10 times more enjoyable for the newly-affianced pair. We promise you that!
The couple may very well want to organize an engagement party themselves, but if you’re feeling especially host-happy, then jumping in to throw an unforgettable fete on their behalf might just be the best decision ever. It’s also a great opportunity to showcase your soiree-planning skills, if you think you might be asked that all-important “Will you be my Maid or Matron of Honor?” question somewhere down the line. No pressure, of course; your support and willingness to help with any of the pre-wedding events is sure to be appreciated.
That said, if you do want to take on the task of engagement party planner, then you’ll want to ensure the celebration is an on-point reflection of the couple and their relationship — and that the party really leans into this new season of love for them. It doesn’t have to look like Valentine’s Day all over again, either. Small touches that reference “love,” togetherness, and romance are perfectly appropriate and something that the guests of honor (as well as everyone in attendance) will take particular note of throughout the night.
That said, if you do want to take on the task of engagement party planner, then you’ll want to ensure the celebration is an on-point reflection of the couple and their relationship — and that the party really leans into this new season of love for them. It doesn’t have to look like Valentine’s Day all over again, either. Small touches that reference “love,” togetherness, and romance are perfectly appropriate and something that the guests of honor (as well as everyone in attendance) will take particular note of throughout the night.
We’ve curated several of our favorite Style Me Pretty shop items into a very special Engagement Party Collection, and we’re thrilled to share it with you. Whether you just need a few accessories to up the ante on your overall ambiance or want to stock up on some stylish props for the fiancé/fiancées themselves, you can find it all at Style Me Pretty.
We’ve always said that an engagement is the perfect excuse for copious champagne toasting and bubbly blissed-out dreams. So, why not embrace that fact and decorate with signs and banners that go all out for “love.” Place our “Cheers to Love” banner over your bar setup and/or use our “Love” neon sign as the accent piece for your ‘memories’ table (featuring the most adorable snapshots of the sweethearts over the years).
These are the vibes you want at any engagement party.
Love.
We’ve always said that an engagement is the perfect excuse for copious champagne toasting and bubbly blissed-out dreams. So, why not embrace that fact and decorate with signs and banners that go all out for “love.” Place our “Cheers to Love” banner over your bar setup and/or use our “Love” neon sign as the accent piece for your ‘memories’ table (featuring the most adorable snapshots of the sweethearts over the years).
Photo by Courtney Leigh
Warmth.
Let’s be honest, when a couple is newly-engaged, they radiate a glow and light that just can’t be topped. Carrying that sparkle over to the rest of the party can be a challenge, though. That’s why we’ll always be fans of atmospheric candlelight. Our tapers and our gold metal tea lights are secret weapons for bringing in warmth and setting a magical mood.
Realness.
Once the engagement party is over, the planning process officially kicks into high gear — and it’s certainly very exciting and fun, but it can also be very overwhelming and anxiety-provoking. So, you’ll want to make sure your friends stay positive and playful, feel ready and motivated to start building out their big day, and fall in love with their future titles, Mr. and Mrs. perhaps?
Photo by Courtney Leigh
An engagement party isn’t a pre-requisite for everyone, but it’s definitely a great way for the to-be-weds to embark on their road to the altar. So, get a guest list ready and start shopping the Style Me Pretty Collection for everything you’ll need to plan a deliciously-dazzling occasion for your favorite people!