Engagement Party aka Theme Party
Engagement parties are a great platform to show your fun, funky side without the formality of the wedding. Toss etiquette out the window and go with a theme. This could encompass a unique venue (think bowling alley, silent movie theater, or favorite pub), or for those on a tighter budget, get your guests involved in creating the atmosphere and spare on location. When getting your guests involved in your theme, don't make it too difficult, you want them to equally enjoy themselves (or in some cases, mock themselves). The most fun I’ve had at a fete thus far? In full bridesmaid fashion at a “wear your worst bridesmaid dress” themed-bash (and of course make your date match in equally as ugly faire). Trust me, your guests will let go once they have let go of their fashion sense! And it's a great conversation starter for mingling families and new friends.
Earlier this year People Magazine published a real weddings issue and in it we found some inspiration for this daring theme:
At the end of this night, what better way to say la vie then with an impromptu “trash the dress” photo session – maids and all. These could turn out to be some of your most treasured memories and images of the evening.
Photo by Koontz Photography.
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