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Question: Do you bring a gift to an engagement party?

(Posted by: CC on 2010-02-17 11:42:57)

My boyfriend and I are invited to his Godmother's engagement party and I am not sure if we bring a gift. His Godmother is in her 50's and has a home with her boyfriend that she has been with for 20 years. They finally decided to get married. If we bring a gift what type of gift would be appropriate?

Posted by: Anto on 2010-02-17, 11:46:11

Voucher for a spa for both of them

Posted by: Krys on 2010-02-17, 11:46:51

Hey! Gifts are completely unnecessary for an engagement party. If you' really like to do something, see if you can help by bringing a food dish, or punch or wine! But definitely save the gift for the wedding shower and/ or wedding! Krys Caughell IWPP

Posted by: slowsciwo on 2010-02-17, 11:47:02

Gift cards to a restaurant is always good

Posted by: Aisha on 2010-02-17, 11:47:25

YES YOU SHOULD DEFIANTLY TAKE A GIFT. CANDLES ARE ALWAYS GOOD, PICTURE FRAMES OR FIND OUT IF THERE IS ANY THING SHE WOULD NEED. GOOD LUCK!

Posted by: truefirstedition on 2010-02-17, 11:49:30

It's okay to not take a gift to an engagement party. But if you feel awkward showing up empty-handed (like I do), then it would be appropriate to give a small, consumable gift like a bottle of wine, chocolates, or flowers.

Posted by: I love my love on 2010-02-17, 11:52:12

That's a gray area, no one knows whether or not to bring a gift. just get them a nice bottle of wine and a card.

Posted by: babygirl on 2010-02-17, 11:52:12

That's always an iffy one for me. I'm getting married and I didn't expect any gifts until our shower/ wedding. If you want to get them something then you could get them a picture frame with their favorite picture in it or something like that. Helping out with the party is also something good. It really all depends on the couple.

Posted by: Jan on 2010-02-17, 13:39:10

It's really not necessary. Why would someone in their 50's have an engagement party anyway. I've been with my significant other for 14 years, and I'm 60! I wouldn't have an engagement party, plus, I wouldn't want a wedding gift either. Having a celebration with friends & family is what it's all about. But, if you can't go empty handed, take a good bottle of champagne!