My son is getting married in July. His girlfriend is pregnant and the wedding was planned quickly. It will be fairly small (about 60 people) and include only family and their close friends. It will be in the brides hometown. My son and his girlfriend have just relocated back in his hometown where we also live. He has been at college and working for the last seven years in another state. I am thinking about giving them a reception to celebrate their marriage and introduce his girlfriend to our friends and his. Kind of like an engagement party after the wedding. Would this be an acceptable thing to do. How would I word the invitations? I would either do a coctail type party at our home or at a beautiful older home that is available to rent. It most likely would be on a Friday evening. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Etiquette Now
WEDDING ETIQUETTE EXPERT
Jul 3, 2006, 11:40 AM
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Re: [oldermom] Reception to meet bride after the wedding
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Dear MOG,
A reception would be fine and is common when the couple marries in a different location than other family members. But, an engagement party is not. Only those invited to the wedding are invited to this. Plus, they will already be married, not just engaged.
This reception can be any style you wish, but is not viewed as a gift giving situation. Some may give gifts, but it is not impolite not to.
Reception to meet bride after the wedding
