In this era of social media, engagement announcements are usually done via Facebook and/or Instagram. Still, many happy couples choose to share their happiness with family friends in person, thus the popularity of the double sided engagement party invite. But, before we design the engagement party invitation or even the engagement announcement cards, we need to look at the rules of engagement party etiquette, first. Who throws the engagement party? Traditionally, it’s the bride’s parents but with the changing social mores, almost anyone can have that honor. The groom’s parents, friends or even the couple themselves can throw the party