So, you’ve finally found THE ONE and have said yes. Congratulations! Getting engaged is one of the most surreal and exhilarating times for a newly engaged couple, but with a wedding now on the horizon, it can feel a little overwhelming.
You must be wondering what next to do after you’ve announced your BIG news to your family, friends, and on social media.
We know how you’re feeling, which is why we’ve rounded up a list of the first six things every couple should do to help make this easier for you!
1. Get Your Ring Resized & Insured
The very first thing we recommend you do is to check the fit of your engagement ring. If it’s too big or small, you may need to get it resized. Generally, the jeweler or e-retailer from whom you purchased your ring should be able to help you with this. The next thing you want to do is to get it insured.
Given that it’s one of the most expensive purchases you’ll ever make, it’s only wise to protect them from an accidental loss like losing it at the beach or the gym or any damage and theft. It’ll only cost a few more dollars, but the peace of mind is priceless, and you’ll be covered even if you lose a stone.
2. Set A Date
Now comes the fun part, set a date for the big day. We recommend you sit down with your beau and decide on things like do you want a long leisurely engagement or do you want to tie the knot ASAP? Do you have enough savings, or you’ll need a year to save up for your dream wedding? If you’ve always wanted a rustic summer wedding or want your wedding to coincide with any significant anniversary, then even that’s your cue to set a date.
3. Research Wedding Venues
Do you have a preference for an indoor wedding, or are you more of an outdoor person? Maybe you are leaning towards a low-key virtual wedding in your backyard. In either case, it’s best to start discussing how you want your wedding to look like and accordingly start scouting for potential locations. You don’t need to pick the one just yet, but making some inquiries and taking virtual tours of venues is always a smart idea since the best ones are always well booked in advance.
4. Finalize On A Rough Guest List
This is the most daunting task for many couples as you don’t want to leave anyone out, but it’s hard to decide where to make the cutoff too. Truthfully, though, this is your wedding day and you don’t need to feel guilty about trimming the list. Consider your budget and come up with some ‘cutting rules’ with your partner to arrive at an approximate guest number.
5. Start Gathering Inspiration
Although your wedding may be far away, now is the time to create a Pinterest board, save images from Instagram, or even make a folder on your computer to compile imagery of your favorite wedding elements. Additionally, we also urge you to keep an eye out for upcoming trunk shows so you can get a good deal on your dream dress.
6. Relax & Breathe
Lastly, remember to take some time to hit the pause button and enjoy your engagement bliss before the stress of planning a wedding consumes you. Do make sure you plan for date nights, weekend getaways, or an engagement party with close friends and family to celebrate this momentous occasion.
