Engagement Party Wear!!

B4 the Church, B4 the Garter, B4 the limousine, B4 the synagogue, B4 the white dress comes the engagement party! I know what you are thinking, "why would I spend even more money on another party, I'm just trying to keep my wedding afloat". Trust me I wouldn't have a blog if I wasn't broke however its possible to have an engagement party too! Just not one with caviar, champagne, all of Washington's elite, waiters and fireworks. Nope its not going to happen, sorry folks. How and who's paying for it?What do you serve? Where do you host it? who do you invite? what do you wear and what do you do to entertain folks? Traditionally, its the Bride's family that pays for it. Nowadays so many couples are going all the costs alone. The main point of an Engagement party is to tell folks "Hey we are no longer just shacking up,we are law abiding citizens who plan to get married and stay together 4 ever !!" I know dramatic but I have my own personal issues. Anywho the great thing about this party is that you once you have it every one now knows and you should stop getting weird questions. What do you serve? Anything! Here are some ideas to not go crazy by staying within your budget. 1. Have a dessert and lemonade party at your house. Buy a couple of pies, cheesecakes, make some brownies, buy cookies and make lemonade with lemon juice. Go to a wholesale supplier or your local bakery/grocery store. 2. Go to a buffet restaurant. Make a reservation and ask about party discounts. You get to pay one flat rate for more food. 3. Go to an amusement park like six flags, call ahead of time (I think five to six weeks ahead is the min.) about group parties and DISCOUNTS. 4. Fun restaurants like Dave& Busters are great places to host your e party. Plus its fun for all ages. Appetizers and Beverages are enough. 5. Host an out door picnic. DIY sandwiches and potato salad with soda and water selections. You will only have to pay for the park permit, most places have picnic areas and bring a CD player with out door stereos. 6. Have an all adult party at a nightclub...you don't even have to reserve a table begin the party at you house with the announcement then invite your guest to your favorite hot spot. Pay for your first round of drinks and admission. Also go online to get free passes for you and your partner. Invite only those you care about and who care about you. The fun part is what do you wear? Traditionally most gals wear a dress. I agree with this rule most cases but there are some exceptions. Here's some of my picks for the high fashionista based on her event locations that I mentioned above: 1. Dessert and Lemonade party. Isaac Mizrahi for Target® Bollywood Summer Dress - White/ Gold Just beautiful, whimsical dress for only $44.99! Isaac Mizrahi for Target® Sateen Dress - Marsala Red Price: $39.99 Really pretty and simple. Great for a restaurant. 3.Amusement Park. Dereon Mystic Jumpsuit Style: DE-C8-2417 Price :$99 Thanks to beautiful Beyonce ( a queen of fashion) we can all look sexy and fly while riding roller coasters. I wouldn't recommend a dress here. 4.Fun restaurant. Arden B Rugby Stripe Sweater Dress Style Number: 40043265 $88.00 Cute, Sporty, Forgiving and fun. Perfect for a fun restaurant. Delia's Rosalie Dress Item#: 155268 Price: $44.50 I love floral prints outside. This dress is really vibrant and colorful which is ideal on a sunny day. 6. NightClub. Tiger Foil Plunging Halter Dress Style: BP-R2G00015_E63 Price: $64 Why did I pick this dress? Cus its hot. Think about it. In a night club you want a sizzling party dress. One that makes you feel sexy and desirable. At your engagement party you want to be the center of attention. this BABY PHAT dress is both. Yea this dress isnt for the faint of heart but if you dare you should try this number on.