Jump to content
chnst

engagement party etiquette

By chnst in Off Topic

 Share

9 posts in this topic

Recommended Posts

chnst Experienced

chnst   6

Posted
Filed: AOS (apr) Country: Germany
 Timeline
Posted

Hubby and I were invited to an engagement party (tomorrow) and we were wondering if we should bring a gift?

We're going to go to the bridal shower and the wedding, so we'll definitely going to get them a gift for that, but how about an engagement party? :unsure:

If so, what kind off gift should we bring? They are one of those couple who seem to have already everything and they aren't our closest friends (My husband works with the guy).

Thanks in advance!

R.I.P. Diana

1982-2008

IAMX Veteran

IAMX   3,055

Posted
Country:
Timeline
Posted

Strippers and booze.

I'd just say contribute if you can with the food or drinks. If it's one of those parties where they expect you to bring like $500 bottles of wine or something (I've seen those here), not worth it. But most people are reasonable.

MrsCat Experienced

MrsCat   6

Posted
Filed: IR-1/CR-1 Visa Country: Canada
 Timeline
Posted

Gifts aren't a formal requirement for engagement parties. I would just send an email or call and ask if they'd like you to bring a dish of food to help. Other than that, gifts are for the bridal shower and wedding day. Do bring a card congratulating them on their engagement. :star:

From a bridal website:

Q: Should guests bring gifts to an engagement party?

A: Most guests should not bring a gift to an engagement party, however many do. Engagement gifts are generally supposed to be limited to only the closest friends and family of the bride and groom. However, the bride and groom should never expect a gift from any of their guests.

http://www.bwedd.com/CEBride/CEBNewsletter_63.asp

http://www.flickr.com/photos/23648083@N07/
Empress of Groovy Experienced

Empress of Groovy   373

Posted
Filed: AOS (apr) Country: United Kingdom
 Timeline
Posted

I'd bring a card & booze. Make sure it's booze you like, and insist that they open the bottle then and there. :star:

K-1

March 7, 2005: I-129F NOA1

September 20, 2005: K-1 Interview in London. Visa received shortly thereafter.

AOS

December 30, 2005: I-485 received by USCIS

May 5, 2006: Interview at Phoenix district office. Approval pending FBI background check clearance. AOS finally approved almost two years later: February 14, 2008.

Received 10-year green card February 28, 2008

Your Humble Advice Columnist, Joyce

Come check out the most happenin' thread on VJ: Dear Joyce

Click here to see me visiting with my homebodies.

[The grooviest signature you've ever seen is under construction!]

raymaga Mentor

raymaga   25

Posted
Filed: K-1 Visa Country: Canada
 Timeline
Posted

I would take a card for sure, and possibly offer to bring something (like food or drink).

"THE SHORT STORY"

KURT & RAYMA (K-1 Visa)

Oct. 9/03... I-129F sent to NSC

June 10/04... K-1 Interview - APPROVED!!!!

July 31/04... Entered U.S.

Aug. 28/04... WEDDING DAY!!!!

Aug. 30/04... I-485, I-765 & I-131 sent to Seattle

Dec. 10/04... AOS Interview - APPROVED!!!!! (Passport stamped)

Sept. 9/06... I-751 sent to NSC

May 15/07... 10-Yr. PR Card arrives in the mail

Sept. 13/07... N-400 sent to NSC

Aug. 21/08... Interview - PASSED!!!!

Sept. 2/08... Oath Ceremony

Sept. 5/08... Sent in Voter Registration Card

Sept. 9/08... SSA office to change status to "U.S. citizen"

Oct. 8/08... Applied in person for U.S. Passport

Oct. 22/08... U.S. Passport received

DONE!!! DONE!!! DONE!!! DONE!!!

KAELY (K-2 Visa)

Apr. 6/05... DS-230, Part I faxed to Vancouver Consulate

May 26/05... K-2 Interview - APPROVED!!!!

Sept. 5/05... Entered U.S.

Sept. 7/05... I-485 & I-131 sent to CLB

Feb. 22/06... AOS Interview - APPROVED!!!!! (Passport NOT stamped)

Dec. 4/07... I-751 sent to NSC

May 23/08... 10-Yr. PR Card arrives in the mail

Mar. 22/11.... N-400 sent to AZ

June 27/11..... Interview - PASSED!!!

July 12/11..... Oath Ceremony

We're NOT lawyers.... just your average folks who had to find their own way!!!!! Anything we post here is simply our own opinions/suggestions/experiences and should not be taken as LAW!!!!

chnst Experienced

chnst   6

Posted
Filed: AOS (apr) Country: Germany
 Timeline
  • Author
Posted
Strippers and booze.

I'd bring a card & booze. Make sure it's booze you like, and insist that they open the bottle then and there. :star:

:lol: thanks for your suggestions! I bought a bottle of wine (yes it's he kind I like!) and a card!

thank you everyone! :thumbs:

R.I.P. Diana

1982-2008

 

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
 Share
Go to topic listing
- Back to Top -

Important Disclaimer: Please read carefully the Visajourney.com Terms of Service. If you do not agree to the Terms of Service you should not access or view any page (including this page) on VisaJourney.com. Answers and comments provided on Visajourney.com Forums are general information, and are not intended to substitute for informed professional medical, psychiatric, psychological, tax, legal, investment, accounting, or other professional advice. Visajourney.com does not endorse, and expressly disclaims liability for any product, manufacturer, distributor, service or service provider mentioned or any opinion expressed in answers or comments. VisaJourney.com does not condone immigration fraud in any way, shape or manner. VisaJourney.com recommends that if any member or user knows directly of someone involved in fraudulent or illegal activity, that they report such activity directly to the Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement. You can contact ICE via email at Immigration.Reply@dhs.gov or you can telephone ICE at 1-866-347-2423. All reported threads/posts containing reference to immigration fraud or illegal activities will be removed from this board. If you feel that you have found inappropriate content, please let us know by contacting us here with a url link to that content. Thank you.
×
×
  • Create New...