First off, congratulations! This is such a beautiful moment for both of you. We know how excited you're feeling and we wish you all the happiness in the world.
Here's our list of 10 things to do as soon as you say I do.
1. Tell Your Family First, Then Social Media
Take a moment to enjoy your proposal, then decide on how you want to share the news. Tell your nearest and dearest before anyone else, then post on social media. Usually, this includes your parents, grandparents, siblings, and close friends. Once you've told this group, scream it from the rooftops :)
2. Get a Manicure
Your hands are going to be in the spotlight the second you announce your engagement. Getting your nails selfie-ready is always a good idea.
3. Insure Your Ring
That puppy is valuable, so make sure you're protected in case of loss, theft, or damage. You can buy an extension to your homeowners or renters policy or find a separate jewelry insurance policy. Find out what the stipulations are and how the claim process works.
4. Have a Mini Celebration!
Once you've told your friends and family, go out for a mini celebration and show off that ring! It doesn't have to be a big event, but getting together with a small group for a casual celebratory drink is a wonderful way to share the love.
5. Use the Best Planning Tool
Our Ultimate Wedding Kit is the only step-by-step planning kit giving you the exact checklists and templates professional wedding planners use. Our kit is a digital download created using free Google Drive. You don't need any software or special skills to use it. Made for couples who need the resources of a wedding planner, but don't want to spend thousands hiring one.
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6. Decide on Your Timeline
Once you announce your engagement, everyone will ask, "when are you getting married?!" The polite thing to say is that plans are in the works but you haven't figured it out yet. But you should start thinking about a timeline.
Planning should start at least 12 - 14 months before your wedding date because venues, caterers, photographers, and other vendors book up early. Figuring out a general timeline will help you get your ducks in a row before you start the planning process.
7. Figure out Your Wedding Vision
The next thing to do is figure out your wedding vision. You don't have to make any major decisions, but take the time to visualize the wedding you both want. Knowing the size, style, location, and formality is the first step in the planning process.
8. Know Your Budget
Figuring out your budget is not the most romantic step, but it's the most important. Before you can move forward on any planning, you need to know how much you can afford to spend. Decide how much each of you can put towards your wedding, then reach out to both families and see how much they will contribute.
9. Plan an Engagement Party!
If you want an engagement party, go for it! If you don't, don't worry, there'll be tons of celebrating coming your way. Engagement parties can range from a casual backyard BBQ to a rented space. Whatever you choose, make it casual and fun. Also, make sure whoever you invite to the engagement party gets an invite to the wedding.
10. Put Local Wedding Shows in Your Calendar
Wedding shows are a great way to get an idea of local vendors and costs. You can get lots of inspiration from these shows. Plus, they give away lots of little freebies. Look online for the shows you're interested in and lock them in your calendar.
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