Or do these have to be seperate? Our parents have not met yet eachother (although we're excited about it because we think theyll really hit it off).. I was thinking just a dinner at a nice restaurant with just our familys and MAYBE a couple close friends like my maid of honor and his best man? An engagement "party" is not likely so could this work? Or do I need to let the inlaws meet before bringing everyone together? My wedding isnt for over a year but we are engaged so I figure we may want to have an engagement thing sometime in the near future! Thanks for your input!
2007-01-15 12:12:13 · 11 answers · asked by Christines256 3 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
I agree with everyone before me...if they haven't met you should do a private meeting with just you and the folks. I think you could do it at a restaraunt if you like still. That way everyone can sit and talk together in a formal setting all around one table (with one of you not having to do the cooking). And just keep the conversation light and fun. Don't bring up any "wedding details" that might cause conflict of opinions. Just let them get to know each other with out too much pressure to hit it off right away. Sometimes it takes time for everyone to feel comfortable enough to mesh.
2007-01-15 14:05:49 · answer #1 · answered by KayFresh 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The parents should meet in a relaxed setting where they can talk. They will be family soon so the sooner they meet the better! And as far as an engagement party you can always have a small party at home with just a few close friends and family.
2007-01-15 13:21:08 · answer #2 · answered by en0279 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think that's a fine idea! There's no real rules for it. Traditionally, the parents arrange their own meeting, but as long as you introduce them to eachother, (basically, as long as your maid of honor doesn't end up doing the intros), you should be good.
Ask your parents and in-laws, however. They may want to have private introductions a few minutes before everyone sits down to dinner.
2007-01-15 19:15:46 · answer #3 · answered by Alicia 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe the parents can meet an hour or two before the party. You really want to make sure they have time to get to know each other without the stress of meeting other people.
2007-01-16 04:04:36 · answer #4 · answered by hotdoggiegirl 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd go with just the parents. Then do the dinner with both sets and a few close friends in a couple more months maybe?
2007-01-15 12:16:15 · answer #5 · answered by grand96prix 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The small engagement party and the big wedding you can brake an engagement but i see marriage for life so the wedding is the first day of your marriage.
2016-05-24 18:49:14 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It will be very awkward for them to get to know each other better with other people there.
If getting together at one time is your only option, at least allow an hour or two "cocktail" hour for just the parents before the other guests arrive.
This may be a good way to break the ice!
Enjoy
2007-01-15 12:16:20 · answer #7 · answered by apbanpos 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You could, but they are unlikely to be able to sit a talk. Your best bet would be to go out maybe the week before. Let everyone get to know each other before the party so there's not that awkward "I don't really know you" stuff.
2007-01-15 12:17:51 · answer #8 · answered by zaleonia1 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The dinner is a good idea but I go out for drinks first or have just them over to the house for cocktails.
2007-01-15 15:24:57 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Definately let them meet first. You should take them to dinner on their own, have the others at a later date. Good Luck - I hope they get along!
2007-01-15 14:26:41 · answer #10 · answered by Charlie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋