Congratulations, you're engaged! Now the real fun begins as you try to navigate planning your wedding and all that comes with it. There are lists to make and boxes to check off, but it doesn't have to be as hectic as it sounds. Just follow these tips and you'll be on your way to a smooth wedding planning adventure!
1. Get a wedding planning book. These books are packed with all the organizational tools you need to get started and stay on track during the wedding planning process. It's a must to have a place where you can write down thoughts, ideas, and keep track of all things wedding! As you map out your priorities, it can also help to note where you might save on meaningful details without sacrificing style. Exploring options like Twice Loved engagement rings early on allows you to plan thoughtfully and allocate your budget with confidence from the very beginning.
2. Hire a wedding planner. If it's in the budget, a good idea is to hire a seasoned wedding planner. Whether it's a full-service planner or a day-of coordinator, you'll love having a key person to talk over ideas with, find the best vendors, and someone to help handle major details. Additionally, they can assist in organizing details like a bartending service to ensure your guests are well taken care of throughout the event.
3. Wedding dress shop early. This can be the most enjoyable, yet stressful thing to do as you begin planning, so start looking early. Be open to the many styles and designers for your wedding dress in the US as you begin shopping. Book an appointment with a bridal shop and invite your favorite people along to help out. If you fall in love with a two piece mermaid wedding gown and your maid of honor loves it too, then you may have just found the perfect dress!
4. Ask for help. One of the best ways to reduce wedding planning stress is to delegate some tasks. Your friends and family want you to have a fabulous wedding day so include them in the planning stages. You don't have to do it all by yourself.
5. Don't neglect your relationship. With all the craziness of planning your big day, anxiety and stress can take a toll on the two of you. It's important to stay connected so plan some date nights that don't include wedding planning. If you find yourself bickering a little more than usual, that is a sure sign that it's okay to put the planning on hold and spend some quality time together as a couple.
6. Plan fun days out. Make the most out of the more enjoyable things to do on your list like wedding cake tasting and menu planning outings with your mom, sisters, and friends. Keep things light and fun, grab some cocktails, and have a celebratory lunch when you decide on bridesmaids dresses.
7. Attend a bridal expo. Attending a bridal expo can be a big resource in helping you plan. There are vendors to check out like floral and, event designers, caterers, and photographers. This is a great opportunity for you to meet vendors in person and find out what they have to offer.
8. Take a break. When planning begins to take over your life and you are not enjoying the process at the moment, it may be time to take a break. Get out of town and leave all your wedding lists and plans behind. Reconnect with your fiance and enjoy your engagement without the stress of wedding planning.
So as you begin planning your big day, don't forget to breathe and enjoy the whole planning process. Always remember the reason why you've started this adventure - to get to the alter and say, "I do."
Kiwi says
I look forward to this day one day! I think I will hire a planner!
Jackline A says
I will admit. I hated wedding planning. It was super stressful. Great tips. Asking for help is a big one.
Sundeep says
Thanks for sharing. These are some excellent advice. These is going to help for the couples who are facing issue while planning their wedding
Amber Hurley says
We loved planning our wedding. It was loads of fun oh my goodness!
tweenselmom says
The planning part of the wedding is always the most exciting one when the bridge gets to choose everything, from the dress to the cake.
Alexis says
Staying organized and on budget during a wedding is tough. Planning is key to success short-term and long-term.
aisasami says
What a great post for those brides-to-be! Planning a wedding is stressful but you make it easy with a simple step by step procedure!
Jessica Collazo says
The best thing you can do is hire a wedding planner. They take care of everything. Is less stressful.
Jasmine M says
Whenever I see people planning their wedding.. it always seems so overwhelming and stressful. Asking for help definitely seems like the go to for sure since it's so much to do for one day.
Laura says
These are all great points. Wish I read it before i got married x
WanderlustBeautyDreams says
Such great tips to keep in mind when wedding planning. I'm no where near this stage of my life but I have friends who are always stressed when wedding planning.
momi berlin says
I planned my weddin g before and it was fun. from invitation design to printing and food choices and everything, it was fun indeed.
Nate says
There is a lot that goes with planning a wedding but I always say, enjoy, have fun and you only get to do it once (most of the time, anyways). Embrace it!
Chelsea Sauve - Wandure says
Such good insight! I will pass this along to friends of mine in this throes of wedding planning! 🙂
Cynthia Nicoletti says
Now the planning begins !! So much fun and super advice for the newly engaged couples.
Bella and Dawn at Dear Mummy Blog says
My folks have been married for nearly 15 years and loved organising their own wedding. They couldn't imagine paying for a wedding planner as it must be expensive however it depends on the budget, as I bet they get good deals for clients x
Catherine says
I think a wedding planner is essential...looking back I wish I had hired one. Great tips here for newly engaged couples!
Yeah Lifestyle says
I did not believe how much planning I had to do for my wedding, having a blog post like yours is so helpful for new couples who are lost and don't know where to start.
Shannon Gurnee says
I put together a wedding binder when I was planning my wedding. I loved pulling pictures from bridal magazines and putting them in my book.
Chad says
This is amazing especially that it is known that wedding planning is usually a nightmare. I love this.
Nicole Bertrand says
You know what also helps? Having a small, destination wedding so that you can keep the planning to a minimum. It takes all the pressure off! 🙂
Tamara says
This is really excellent advice. Remember to enjoy the day!