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11 Steps to Planning an Engagement Party

Kick off your wedding celebrations with a fabulous engagement party.

Agree on a host.Traditionally, the bride’s family throws the engagement party, but often the groom’s family likes to share in the festivities by cohosting the affair or holding one of its own. Part of the fun of an engagement party is letting your two families get to know each other.

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Wedding-Gown Shopping Checklist

  • Make a "look book."
  • Determine your budget.
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Your Ultimate Wedding Planning Guide

  • Start a wedding folder or binder.
  • Work out your budget.
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Wedding Vows Writing Checklist

  • Talk to your officiant.
  • Set expectations with your fiance.
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Maid of Honor Duties

  • Plan the shower.
  • Spread the word.
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Honeymoon Packing Checklist

  • Airline boarding passes and other travel tickets
  • Passport, visas
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Rehearsal Dinner Planning Checklist

  • Book the venue.
  • Negotiate the costs and the menu.
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Must-Take Wedding Photo Checklist

  • Bride having her hair styled and makeup applied
  • Bride’s gown hanging on a padded hanger, spread on the bed, or draped over a chair
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Honeymoon Planning Checklist

  • Make a budget.
  • Decide whether to use a travel agent.
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Best Man’s Duties Checklist

  • Help the groom choose tuxes.
  • Organize groomsmen’s fittings.
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Newsletter checklist

You should send out invitations three weeks before your dinner party. Mail, phone, and e-mail invites are all acceptable.

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