What do you need to prepare for an engagement?

Engagement is an important ceremony before marriage, and both men and women need to make corresponding preparations. The following are some common things that need to be prepared when getting engaged:

Things that the man needs to prepare

1. Bride price and bride price

Bride price: Bride price is divided into two categories: and Xiaopin must be in even numbers and must be wrapped in red envelope paper.

Betrothal gift: The man should prepare a simple six-piece gift or a grand twelve-piece gift. The specific items may include cigarettes, wine, tea, sugar, pastries, fruits, etc., and deliver them to the woman's home. Some areas will prepare more specific items, such as six bottles of wine, six boxes of desserts, six pounds of sugar, pig heart meat, six scaly fish, etc.

2. Banquet gift

According to the approximate value of the banquet prepared by the woman when entertaining the man, the banquet should be paid to the woman in cash in a gift bag.

3. Matchmaker Gift

If the engagement is introduced through a matchmaker, the man should give the matchmaker a certain amount of gifts or money. Usually the man gives more than the woman’s family.

4. Number of people and items

The number of people the man brings to the woman’s family should be 6, 10 or 12, which means good luck.

Prepare four items, two each of which are gold, incense, candles, and cannons, for use in the engagement ceremony.

5. Ring

During the engagement ceremony, the man usually needs to prepare an engagement ring for the woman as a symbol of the commitment of both parties.

6. Others

The man may also need to prepare some decorations, music, etc. to create the atmosphere of the engagement ceremony.

Things the woman needs to prepare

1. Gifts and red envelopes

The woman needs to prepare some gifts and red envelopes to give back to the man and his family.

2. Food and drinks

Prepare food such as sweet tea, glutinous rice balls and snacks to entertain the man and his family.

If the engagement banquet is held at the woman’s home, the woman also needs to prepare a banquet.

3. Engagement ring

In some regions or customs, the woman also needs to prepare an engagement ring for the man.

4. Return gifts

The woman usually prepares some return gifts for the man, such as clothes, shoes, watches, rings, etc. The specific items are determined according to local customs and 5. Family economic conditions.

5. Decorations and atmosphere creation

The woman can prepare some decorations, such as flowers, balloons, ribbons, etc., to create a romantic atmosphere for the engagement ceremony.

***Things to prepare together

1. Engagement date and location

Both parties need to *** agree on the date and location of the engagement and make a reservation in advance Restaurant or venue.

2. Rings and gifts

Both parties need to choose engagement rings and other gifts together to ensure that they are in line with each other's preferences and styles.

3. Ceremony process

Both parties need to agree on the process of the engagement ceremony, including the entry sequence, speeches, ring exchange, etc.

4. Guest invitation

Both parties need to agree on the list of invited guests and send invitation letters or notifications.

Notes

When preparing the items required for the engagement, both parties should fully communicate to ensure that each other's needs and expectations are met.

According to local customs and family economic conditions, reasonably arrange the budget and scale of the engagement.

The engagement ceremony is an important gathering for both families, and attention should be paid to the creation of etiquette and atmosphere so that guests can feel warmth and joy.

The above information is for reference only, and the specific preparation content may vary depending on the region, customs and family circumstances.