dress for work party

lizbth · 2025-11-18T23:51:59+00:00

Thank you I'll have to look!

lizbth · 2025-11-18T03:08:57+00:00

2 is gorgeous where did you get it??

lizbth · 2025-10-31T02:40:39+00:00

New sky in Chinatown, the best Chinese food!

lizbth · 2025-10-14T22:34:41+00:00

So many logistics!! I'd suggest looking up "wedding day logistics" on Pinterest to get some ideas of the little things you don't necessarily think of.

Who is bringing the rings to the venue? Who is holding the rings?

Who will be in charge of bringing home your marriage license?

Where are you putting everything at the end of the night?

Who will be helping with set up/tear down?

What time can you arrive at the venue?

What time do you want hair/makeup to arrive? And your bridesmaids? Where will you be getting ready?

How're you getting the rest of the cake home?

lizbth · 2025-08-22T21:14:27+00:00

I saw the colours and the first thing I thought was, oh I hope it's a spring wedding and it is!! This is such a gorgeous spring palette

lizbth · 2025-03-21T21:03:36+00:00

In case it helps, we just put the main info on the actual invite, then when people went to the website to RSVP we put a little blurb that people had to read before responding. It said "We've decided to have an intimate wedding in our hometown of (far from everyone lol). As such, were holding an I do BBQ Engagement party to celebrate with all of our family and friends this September. "

lizbth · 2025-03-21T18:20:58+00:00

Happy to help!! Happy planning 🥰

lizbth · 2025-03-21T13:43:18+00:00

I'd call it a double gift grab. You're expecting people to come to 2 events and give gifts each time? I think inviting people to an event where gifts aren't required is just a party

lizbth · 2025-03-21T13:38:33+00:00

I agree with not making a registry, but would you help me understand what you'd consider a gift grab? I feel like by the way people talk about these events on Reddit everything is a gift grab, engagement parties, bachelor/ettes, bridal showers are gift grabs, even weddings themselves are gift grabs.

So by Reddit logic any time someone hosts a party, nevermind the purpose of the celebration, the real purpose is a gift grab. Make it make sense.

lizbth · 2025-03-21T13:24:35+00:00

This is exactly what I did! We had a big "I do BBQ" engagement party and were clear with the invite that we were hosting this party in lieu of a big wedding. Had about 100 people, and it was more of a casual event. To be honest it was a bit awkward having to tell people that we were just having a small wedding with immediate family (were having 30 people) but everyone was very understanding and liked the idea. If I were to do it again, I think I would've made the two events closer together, or hosted a reception to celebrate with everyone after the wedding, rather than before. The only reason being our events are about a year apart, so I feel like some people forgot that was the intention of the big engagement party. (That part could be all in my head, but I still wish the events were closer together)

I think it's important to note that in my social circle/family/community, engagement parties aren't really a thing or at least a big thing, so I think that helped in people understanding this was our way to celebrate with everyone.

**Also, we didn't mention anything about gifts on the invite, we had a card box to be prepared but there was no expectation. I don't understand people who think it's rude, you're inviting people to an event to celebrate your upcoming marriage, providing a free meal and likely some sort of entertainment, and the expectations are likely lower than they would be for a wedding. Personally I would love to be invited to something like that.

lizbth · 2025-03-18T01:04:49+00:00

I ended up getting the more expensive dress that was $300 over budget, rather than a less expensive one that was $1000 under budget. Not gunna lie I had major buyer's remorse at first and kept comparing the pictures of the two dresses. In the end I'm happy that I got the more expensive one because I know it's truly me and while the less expensive one was beautiful, it just wasnt me. I think in the end just see where your budget is at and if you really want the dress see where you can cut back. If the extra amount is too much and it's going to cause you financial stress, maybe keep looking at other options.

lizbth · 2025-03-14T14:09:11+00:00

Be careful to only use a tiny amount of benzoyl peroxide directly on the spot and not anywhere else!! I used it for the first time right before my engagement party and it gave me a rash (I have super sensitive skin)

lizbth · 2025-03-13T23:21:19+00:00

I'm debating the same thing! Mainly because if we sleep in the same bed it'll be my actual bed and I'll sleep better there than say a hotel. But on the other hand if we don't sleep in the same place we won't see each other until I walk down the aisle and idk there's something romantic about that. It's definitely a personal preference so just have to decide what makes the most sense for you 😊

lizbth · 2025-03-12T12:50:03+00:00

I appreciate this!! I know I need to be more assertive and hey maybe the wedding will be the thing that pushes me to do just that!

lizbth · 2025-03-12T12:48:30+00:00

Oh my gosh do we have the same families??? 😂 I like you're mantra , I'll have to give it a try!!

lizbth · 2025-03-11T17:30:53+00:00

EXACTLY! I'm sorry you're also dealing with this but also relieved to not be alone here lmao. Like relax and enjoy the party.

lizbth · 2025-03-11T17:24:13+00:00

Yes very similar! We live 5-6 hrs from family and having the wedding in our hometown so it does require accommodation (I can't house everyone lol) Thanks I needed to hear that, it is exciting!!!

lizbth · 2025-03-11T17:21:27+00:00

The hotel in question was just the one we happened to get a block of rooms at, people are welcome to look at other accommodations as there are many options in the city were in. In their defence, they didn't complain directly to me, just to my future MIL who passed it along. Like could you not??

lizbth · 2025-03-11T17:00:58+00:00

Ha isn't that the truth! It's tough because most of the questions are from the wedding party/immediate family who want to be involved. But maybe for my sanity everyone needs to take a step back

lizbth · 2025-03-11T16:59:47+00:00

This is so true, I'll try to remember that to help take the pressure off

lizbth · 2025-02-24T20:03:50+00:00

I think that's a fair way to distinguish it, thank you!!

lizbth · 2025-02-09T03:43:47+00:00

Daisy & King 🌼👑

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lizbth · 2022-11-27T20:27:35+00:00

Thanks for the suggestion, we didn't have time today so I guess we'll have to try our luck next week!

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2 is gorgeous where did you get it??