For a unique way to announce your engagement to family, a printed newspaper announcement adds a sentimental touch to your story. Many couples do this to honor family traditions or include relatives who appreciate something more tangible. It also makes a lovely keepsake to save or frame.
A traditional newspaper engagement announcement typically includes your full names, hometowns, the date of your engagement, and a brief mention of your parents. You can also add a short line about how you met or where the proposal took place. For example:
Mr. and Mrs. James Carter of Austin, Texas, are delighted to announce the engagement of their daughter, Emma Carter, to Noah Lewis, son of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Lewis of Dallas, Texas. The couple became engaged on October 14, 2025, and plans to wed in spring 2026.