Recently, one of my dearest Chicago friends got engaged! This was a sweet, sweet experience for so many reasons.
For one, we’ve walked alongside each other as students, co-workers, and in small group – a weekly community of local girlfriends we’ve met through church – for a handful of years now.
Secondly, Benavides Photography (aka Eric!!) had the honor of capturing the big moment, that was followed by a surprise engagement party I was able to co-plan with her amazing roomie.
Y’all, it was sooo cold outside when we were sitting up for the proposal, but I look at these pictures and have two thoughts: 1) WORTH IT, our friends are beautiful + blissful, and 2) E is so talented!
It was so exciting to celebrate the happy couple! We got compliments on the cute decor, so I’m sharing our must-have engagement party decorations (+ a few extra!) that quickly arrived from Amazon – thankfully saving us a shopping trip in this crazy Chicago winter!
{Banners} Photo opps, hello!
Large Initials | Ampersand | Champagne Bottle & Glass
{BALLOONS} A mandatory for all celebrations, duh!
Confetti | Ahh! Napkins | Photo Booth Props | Ring Piñata
{VARIOUS DECOR} For a little extra here and there!
- To scatter: Gold Ring Confetti (also in Rose Gold!)
- To eat with: Aaaah We’re Engaged! Napkins
- To give the photo booth a boost: You’re Getting Married! 20 Piece Kit
- To feel festive: Diamond Ring Piñata
{For the Future Bride} Spoil your girl!
- To wear at the celebration: Bride-to-Be Sash
- To help with wedding planning: Does This Ring…? Wine Glass & Stopper
Now tell me friends, any other engagement or bridal party decoration musts you’ve come across??
P.S. Keepin’ it real – this post contains affiliate links. Don’t worry, they reflect my honest recommendations and selections! xo
Congrats to her! What a special day❤
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Thanks for stopping by, Amber! xo Dayna
I’m always hunting for cute party decor! Thanks for sharing these, all of them are so cute!
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Same, girl! I love hosting a good get together. Thanks so much! xo Dayna
These are such cute decorations, and perfect for an engagement party xx
Gemma • Gemma Etc . ❤️
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Aw, thanks Gemma! Happy Monday! xo Dayna
Oh her engagement photos are just adorable and what a great job on decorating for her party!
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Thank you, Karen!! I agree, love the sweet photos of her and her man! xo Dayna
Aww, congratulations to her and you did a great job with the decorations!
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Thanks, lady! It was a team effort and so much fun! xo Dayna
Congrats to her. Love the balloons.
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Yes, love the balloons!! They always make a space feel festive and are perfect for Insta. Ha! xo Dayna