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The first steps of wedding planning!!

Posted by Alexia Haubert on

I’m engaged so now what?

So you just got engaged to the love of your life and are just one step away from starting a new journey. Congratulations! It feels surreal just thinking about getting married to your soul mate, and now, it is about to become a reality! As a newly engaged couple, you might feel a bit bewildered about what to do next. That is why today, I am going to share some amazing wedding planning tips with you that will help you to have the big day of your dreams.

Wearing an engagement ring surely gets you in all the lovey-dovey feels. The days and weeks leading up to the big event are filled with feelings of excitement and anticipation. But before that, you need to organize everything. Here are my top most recommended tips for brides-to-be on how to start planning a wedding. Let’s get started with our wedding to do list!

Celebrate your happy moment

This is the most special moment of your life. Let your happy tears flow, soak in all the happiness, and celebrate this new chapter of your life. Don’t take any pressure to start planning things right away. Instead, take your time to embrace your engagement bubble. You will remember these beautiful memories forever. Getting engaged with your soul mate is one of the best life experiences. Make sure that you spend a happy time together to create special memories.

Figure out your budget

Once you have soaked in all the newly-engaged vibes and have announced your news to your friends and family, it is time to start the wedding planning process.  

The first step of “how to plan a wedding” is to figure out your budget. This is an important aspect. Why? Because it enables you to manage your expenses better and have the wedding of your dreams without breaking the bank.

Determine the theme and guest count and then set your budget accordingly.

Decide on a wedding theme

Having a wedding theme is crucial. What is it that you have always dreamed of? Do you wish to have a romantic wedding? or a chic bohemian-inspired fete? Do you wish to celebrate your marriage on a tropical island?

Having a theme and visual board of your nuptial aesthetics will help you transform your big day.

Decide a date and venue

Start planning early in order to book ideal dates and venues.

Also while deciding on a venue, choose the one that resonates perfectly with your wedding theme and aesthetics. it sets the tone of your big day so choose wisely.

Hire a photographer

Your wedding day is going to be the most special and memorable event of your life, but it will pass in a heartbeat! That is why it is vital to hire a photographer to document all of your most meaningful memories. The photos will serve to be beautiful keepsakes of your iconic day!

Get in touch with a wedding planner and other vendors

The planning process can feel a bit overwhelming, especially if you are newly engaged. To save yourself and your spouse-to-be from the potential stress, please get in touch with a wedding planner. Timely contact vendors to protect yourself from the stress of last-minute reservations. Having a professional by your side helps you to save valuable time and make the most out of your budget.

Hope the above tips on how to plan a wedding day prove to be helpful for you. For more tips, check out my website.

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