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Things to Buy for Engagement Party in Nigeria

Are you hosting your engagement party? Here is a prepared list of things to buy and to get you covered for your special event.Information Guide Nigeria

Engagement parties are beautiful events to always look forward to. It is usually the first opportunity to formally declare and celebrate your commitment to your significant other along with friends and family some weeks prior to the marriage ceremony. As a newly engaged couple soon to be married, you wouldn’t miss holding the reins on this one occasion that is to introduce the grand day-your wedding day.


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An aspect of planning that you would find impossible to exclude is the drafting out of things to buy for your engagement party. It is reasonable to expect a pleasant and smooth running occasion with all the required items on ground; however, how would you ensure that nothing is left out? And that your thoughts would be at ease knowing that there is no reason to scamper on the dire minute?Information Guide Nigeria

To avoid negligence, you have available a prepared checklist of engagement items to buy before that day comes. This checklist is a simple source of reference to simplify your planning process for either a casual or cocktail party. Additionally, most of the links provided on the list takes you directly to Jumia-Nigeria’s popular online shop.

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List of things to buy for engagement

  1. Engagement Room decorations

Whether you choose to go by an engagement theme or not, a few room ornaments count in providing the pleasant setting to keep your guest in the spirit of the event. Here are the basic decors to flaunt in style.
Centre piece
Engagement/Bunting banners

Hanging floral decor/garlands
Lace and net rolls (wall decorations)
BouquetsThings to Buy for Engagement Party

Organza rolls

Luxury curtains and drapes
String lightings
Inflatable foil party balloons
Fancy paper chains
Banquet chair covers 
Satin sheets

Lantern lampshades

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  1. Table decorations/accessories

    A sit-down meal is the next option when not opting for a buffet, hence, table decorations leaves you with plenty room to strengthen your engagement theme as you create the beautiful setting that is just enough to leave your guest spellbound as they sit back to enjoy the treats. So, don’t fail to include any of these items:
    Table confetti and gems

Table place cards

Crystal decorations
Flameless Candles

Metallic holographic streamers
Centre piece

Foliage/crystal light strings

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  1. Engagement stationeries

    Some people may choose to send out SMS text invitations, but you may like to do it a more formal way. Additionally, guest registry would give you the opportunity to appreciate your guest as they look forward to the grand day. Aha! Make sure to save those memories. Hence, these items would do:

    Invitation cards and envelopes
    Guest book and penNpower Recruitment
    Album

4. Engagement parties

Engagement parties have a flexible approach, so you don’t have to out do the bigger day. A smart, formal, and gorgeous outfit is usually the key style of preference to present you more comfortably. Have a go with the following, for yourself and your partner.

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  1. Tableware and catering

    If you are not hiring a catering service, then you would have to cross your ‘t’s and place your ‘dots’ at the right places with these items. The size of your guest would determine the amount of each type of tableware you need in catering for your guests. Also, the kind of food you choose to serve your guest would help you figure out just what type of tableware is essential. All these are necessary for ‘item 6’,

Cutleries (Knives, forks, spoons, dessert spoons)

Party cups

Party plates
Party bowls
Party plastic cups (for children)
Champagne glasses
Serviettes
Drinking StrawsJAMB Form
Toothpicks

Party cocktail umbrellas
Bowls
Food Flags
Table runners

Party Coasters
Banquet rolls
Water jugs
Dinner napkins
Salt and pepper shakers
Cake spatula
Knife (for cutting the wedding cake)

Serving spoons/tongs/fork
Insulated hot pots

Food cooler
Dessert bowls and cup
Cake bags
Cock screw

Serving trays

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  1. Food and drinks

    Food and drinks are essentially essential. Without food and drinks, the party would be nothing more of than the description of a cold event watched on a black and white TV screen (quite a burden to bear). Food and drinks-item 6-is a strong mark of hospitality in Nigeria (even at funerals); and therefore, a pleasant way to appreciate the presence of your guest. You may include ingredients for the following food items:
    Main meal e.g. delicacies, pastries, grains, soup or swallows
    Salad Sauce
    Snacks
    Nuts
    Ice creamJAMB Result
    Fruits Cake
    And as for the drinkables:
    Bottled water

Champagne
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Soft drinks
Malt
Wine

  1. Engagement cake decorations/accessories

    Although having an engagement cake is optional, however, you may not like to miss the excitement that comes with having one on your engagement party. Here are the accessories to consider.
    Cake stand
    Cake Topper – Check here at Jumia
    Cake doilies
    Cupcake cases
    Cake ribbon
    Cake boxes

 

  1. Gifts/favors

    The sharing of gift items to your guest is a special way to appreciate and acknowledge their presence. Gifts for your guests do not have to be big and expensive; they could be simple and thoughtful items. Some like to include them as invitation-favors while others do so as ‘thank you’ gifts. You may also like to include items to reward guest participation in the various games/activities you have included on the program.
    Gifts for guest
    Invitation Favors
    Prize gifts

 

  1. Entertainment

    Rich entertainment drives the energy of the occasion-it is the real ice breaker! Since your guest are made up of friends and families of different backgrounds, who are just getting to know themselves, and would later be the group that would be part of your entire married life together as a couple; your  engagement party should be the best opportunity to grant them a great start. Usually, when things are kept on a pretty casual level, it is easier to sustain an interactive atmosphere through wise choices of entertainments. You would be glad with the results if you budget on listed items below.

    Photo booth props (could be laid as table accessories, guest love to have fun with photo shoots) – Check here at Jumia
    CDs of favourite love songsWAEC Result
    party games paraphernalia

10. Engagement ring

This is a must for the occasion and for your special one.That’s your checklist of things to buy for your engagement party! Buying these items would also prepare you ahead of the grand day.How to Print NYSC Clearance Form

Now, your turn!

What extras would you like to include to the list? Feel free to comment below.

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Mary Utuk

Mary is a Content Developer at InfoGuideNIgeria.com. InfoGuide Nigeria is a team of Resource Persons and Consultants led by Ifiokobong Ibanga. Page maintained by Ifiokobong Ibanga. If you need a personal assistance on this topic, kindly contact us.

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