The time between getting engaged and tying the knot is an exciting period full of many fun events. One of the first is often an engagement party. This is an excellent opportunity for the couple to share their joy in person with friends and family.

If you are the person planning this celebration for them, there are some etiquette tips to keep in mind.

From graduations to retirements, birthdays to anniversaries, farewell to welcome home, there are countless reasons to host a private party. In fact, as summer approaches and holidays are few and far between, you might consider coordinating a gathering simply as something for you and your friends and family to look forward to!

​Whether it’s high school, college, graduate school, or some other program, graduation is the culmination of years of hard work and dedication. Consequently, you want to be sure to properly recognize the graduate’s efforts and celebrate in style. As you begin your planning, keep in mind that the location you choose will be the foundation for what you hope will be a truly epic graduation party!

​If you and your partner are like most couples, you want your wedding ceremony and reception to be unique and to reflect your personality. But, that doesn’t mean you should ignore what’s trending. In fact, the more interesting ideas you read about, the more options you have for customizing your celebration in a way that makes a statement about you and makes the day enjoyable and memorable for your guests. 

​You and your partner have decided to spend the rest of your lives together. Congratulations! You’ve got so much to look forward to, including all the excitement that comes with announcing your engagement and planning a wedding. However, if this is your first time getting married, you may be thinking, “This is amazing! But, what do we do now!” 

​While there is no official “proposal season,” a significant percentage of couples get engaged between November and February. Of course, there’s no mystery as to why this period is so popular for popping the question. With a number of holidays that can serve as a backdrop for a proposal (Christmas, Hanukkah, New Year’s Eve/Day, Valentine’s Day, etc.) and plenty of associated family gatherings where a couple can share their news, there are many reasons why the end of one year or the beginning of the next makes great sense.