Congratulations! You just said "yes" and now the excitement of wedding planning begins. But where do you begin? Before jumping into the details, take a deep breath and enjoy the moment. Once you're ready, here’s a list of the most important things to do after getting engaged to ensure a smooth and stress-free journey to the altar.
1. Celebrate Your Engagement
Before you do anything else, take time to celebrate this special milestone! Whether it’s a romantic dinner, a small family gathering, or a big engagement party, enjoy this moment with your partner and loved ones.
2. Set a Wedding Budget
Setting a budget early on will help guide your wedding decisions. Discuss finances with your partner and key contributors to determine how much you’re comfortable spending.
3. Begin Drafting Your Guest List
Your guest count will play a big role in selecting your venue, catering costs and overall budget. Start by drafting a rough list to get an idea of your wedding size and potential venues that can accommodate your guests.
4. Choose a Wedding Date
While you don’t need to pick an exact date right away, having a general timeframe will help when booking venues and vendors. Consider factors like weather, holidays, and personal schedules.
5. Hire a Wedding Planner
If you’d like to reduce the stress that comes along with the planning experience, hiring a wedding planner is one of the best decisions you can make. A planner will help with budgeting, vendor selection, timeline management and work to ensure your day runs smoothly.
6. Select Your Dream Venue
Your venue sets the tone for your entire wedding. Research locations that fit your theme, budget and guest count. Most popular venues book up quickly, so secure your spot as soon as possible.
7. Book Key Vendors Early
Photographers, caterers, florists and entertainment are some of the most in-demand vendors. Booking them early ensures you get your top choices and avoid last-minute scrambling.
8. Start Gathering Wedding Inspiration
Head over to Pinterest or start looking at bridal magazines, because now’s the time to explore wedding styles, color schemes, and décor ideas. Having a vision will make decision-making easier down the road.
9. Plan Your Engagement Photoshoot
An engagement photoshoot is a fun way to capture this special time in your life. Plus, these photos can be used for save-the-dates, wedding websites and social media.
10. Enjoy the Process!
Wedding planning can feel overwhelming, but don’t forget to have fun with it! Take breaks, go on date nights and remember that this is about celebrating your love story.
Getting engaged is just the beginning of an exciting journey. By taking these steps early on, you’ll set the stage for an enjoyable wedding planning process. Need expert guidance? Covesa Kelly Events can help bring your dream wedding to life while keeping stress at bay. Let’s connect and start planning your perfect day!
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