When planning your engagement party, you'll need to consider everything from food to formality.

Who do we invite?

Sit down with your fiancé and come up with a guest list. Make sure you only invite those people who you plan on inviting to the wedding. Consider family, friends, co-workers and obligatory invites.

What about invitations?

Depending on the formality and size of your party, you can e-mail, fax or phone your engagement party invitations. However, the most popular way is still via the postal system.

Consider using pre-printed invitations and simply fill in your information. This is a very budget-friendly option. Make sure you send your invitations two to four weeks before the party. It's best to allow a month so that out-of-town guests can make travel and lodging arrangements.

Do we need a theme?

While a theme isn't necessary, it's a lot of fun and is helpful when planning your party. If you have a theme, you can plan the invitations, … read more