22 Festive Engagement Party Invitations That Won't Break the Bank

After that first selfie of your ring, next up comes sending out engagement party invitations to celebrate your new relationship status with your nearest and dearest. And while an engagement party is by no means a required pre-wedding event, many couples are choosing to celebrate the momentous occasion with friends and family shortly after the question has been popped. Plus, who can say no to a party exclusively dedicated to you and your future spouse.

When it comes to engagement party etiquette, the bride's parents have traditionally taken over as hosts in the past. Now, though, couples are turning the tables and throwing their own pre-wedding celebrations, or instead, relying on a close friend or relative to do the honors. And, as for the formality of the occasion, truly anything goes.

If you're envisioning a cozy dinner, a backyard BBQ, a garden-party lunch, or a blowout bash that could rival most actual weddings, inviting your guests to the event with a piece of stationery that sets the tone for your party—and wedding style in general—is always a nice touch. But remember, your engagement party invites don't have to match the ones you pick for the big day, so get creative and select something fun.

Luckily, there are plenty of festive pieces of stationery perfect for your pre-wedding celebration. And even better, these pretty picks don't have to break the bank. Typically, only friends and family worthy of wedding invites should be added to your engagement party guest list, meaning your headcount will likely be on the smaller side and your expected costs can only go down. Plus, there are even options from digital downloads that you can print at home to preprinted options that all come in at less than $250 for 100 invitations. You can even easily customize invitations at sites like Minted.

But, while you're selecting the best choice for you and your partner, be sure to include the main details: both your and your partner's names, the celebration's host, date, time, location, and RSVP information. Keep things short and sweet with your introduction, and you'll be all set! Read on for 22 festive invitations to get your engagement party planning started.

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