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Bridesmaid Proposal and Overall Progress

Bridgette, on August 3, 2019 at 6:02 PM Posted in Planning 0 15

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So we are ahead of schedule! I'm working on my bridesmaid proposals. I think they need a little bottle of wine. 🤔 Today, the FH and I picked out and paid for his ring in 20 minutes at our local jeweler. When the lady was ringing us up she thought I was crazy that I was buying his ring so soon. My FH is most likely going to wear it before the wedding because he's so excited. I was planning on proposing to him back because I want him to have his own moment and to feel appreciated. So far we have booked our venue, caterer, photographer, DJ, and officiant. I bought some flowers at Michael's for the bouquets and centerpieces. I need to work on them but I've been putting it off. I guess with the wedding being in October 2020 we should do our engagement session soon. I'm trying to get the bulk of the planning done before this October.
Should I start planning our engagement party and bridal shower now? Do I even do that or does someone else do that for me? What is everyone doing or not doing for those?

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Cher Horowitz · on August 3, 2019 at 9:40 PM
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It's considered bad etiquette to plan/host your own engagement party and shower. FH and I didn't have a party, but some ladies from church might be planning a shower for me!
I love your BM proposal gifts - I'm sure they'll love it!
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Dana · on August 4, 2019 at 3:00 PM
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For proposal gifts I wouldnt do the box. The girls never use that stuff. I bought mine the robes and a bottle of personalized champagne each which we will use the day of the wedding when getting ready
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Courtney · on August 4, 2019 at 5:27 PM
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Love your bridesmaids proposal boxes; I did something similar for my girls. I asked them at Christmas and made them "cozy nigh in" themed boxes with a monogrammed mug, fuzzy socks, and lots of their favorite goodies.
We didn't have an engagement party, so we just celebrated with a nice dinner out with our parents instead.
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Andie · on August 5, 2019 at 4:49 AM
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I know it’s exciting, but try not to do TOO much in advance. When it’s all set and done, I’m going to have about an 18 month engagement/planning period. I tried to hold back on buying things, but still bought things in advance. I’m now 2 months out and I’ve changed my mind on a few different things so now I have extras/wasted decor. I am going to try and re-sell it, but I’ll lose out on some money and it’s an extra hassle. So just don’t get too crazy with the planning yet!
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MrsD · on August 5, 2019 at 10:59 AM
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I agree, a bottle of wine or mini bottle of champagne would be cute! Typically someone offers to throw your engagement party or bridal shower, so you don't do the planning. The shower wouldn't be for another year or more so I wouldn't think about that for a long while.
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MrsD · on August 5, 2019 at 11:00 AM
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This is VERY group dependent. I would use the earrings, face mask, and chapstick for sure. But I most likely wouldn't use a robe unless it was a higher quality one. I'm sure she knows her group of bridesmaids and they will appreciate it.
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Dana · on August 5, 2019 at 11:10 AM
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I guess you are right !
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Cecy Rg · on August 5, 2019 at 11:26 AM
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That’s awesome your progress i been booking fast just like you and then the rest are little details, I am planning of diy activities even some big arrangements for the ceremony and reception, let me show you my diy progress so far that is the bridesmaids proposals
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Cecy Rg · on August 5, 2019 at 11:30 AM
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This are our bridesmaids and groomsmen proposal the girls had a beauty blender, a bracelet, a frame, etc, the boys had a bottle of tequila and termus
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Bridgette · on August 5, 2019 at 12:17 PM
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I didn't know that. Thanks for the help!
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Bridgette · on August 5, 2019 at 12:19 PM
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Cute! I don't even know if I want to have both engagement party and bridal shower. My fiancé and I are both very laid back.
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Cher Horowitz · on August 5, 2019 at 12:19 PM
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No problem! I'm happy I could help a little
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Bridgette · on August 5, 2019 at 12:21 PM
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This has been on the back of my mind. On one hand I want to prepare when I have time and on the other hand I fear a situation similar to yours. 😕
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Bridgette · on August 5, 2019 at 12:24 PM
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My bridal group is diverse with their interests so this is the best option. I agree with it being very group dependent!
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Bridgette · on August 5, 2019 at 12:26 PM
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Those are cute! I'm DIY'ing a lot as well so I'm trying to do all that I can now.
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