Congratulations on your holiday engagement! 💍 As the festive season wraps you in joy and celebration, embarking on this journey towards wedded bliss adds an extra sparkle to the festivities. With the tinsel still hanging and hearts brimming with love, it’s time to embrace this magical moment and navigate the steps ahead.
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Just a quick post and a little bit of wedding planning advice for those who just got engaged over the holidays.
Your Holiday Engagement
It’s quite likely that you got engaged sometime during this holiday season. Since 19% of all engagements occur during the month of December, it’s not surprising that there are so many holiday engagements. So, on to what (and what not) to do . . .
First of all, relish this time as an “engaged couple.” Show off the ring, welcome all those hugs and well wishes.
And . . .
Beware of all those bridal shows that are right around the corner!
Sure, go to them to see what’s out there. See what the newest trends are in flowers and cakes and gowns and tuxes. Listen to the party music, taste those yummy cake and catering samples, and look at the beautiful photos and videos as you imagine you and your partner as the bride or groom on YOUR wedding day.
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But . . . If you just got engaged at Christmas or New Years, or maybe even at Thanksgiving, you probably haven’t had a chance to sit down with your partner to talk about what either of you like or want your wedding day to be like.
I’m not talking about hammering out all the little details (yet). You’ve got a gazillion options, and they will be decided upon further down the planning road.
But when you start planning your wedding, you’ll need to have in mind the basics, including:
- where do you want the wedding and reception to take place?
- how big (or small) do you want your wedding to be?
- what style and formality do you want (formal, casual, whimsical, something else)?
- what is your wedding date?
And you really need to have these basics decided before you can move ahead with any plans.
So . . .
(Yeah, I know I’m repeating myself here . . .)
Beware of all those bridal shows that are right around the corner!
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Yes, they are fun and exciting. You’re going to see a lot of fantastic ideas and it can be very easy to get caught up in the moment. You’ll be offered many deals if you “sign the dotted line.”
However, (if you haven’t discussed any of the “basics” with your fiancé yet), now is NOT the time to make any concrete plans.
Sure, that DJ, or photographer, or baker (or any of the other wedding service providers) seem wonderful (and I’m not saying that they aren’t), but if you haven’t discussed the “basics” then you won’t know if that wonderful service provider is the right one for you and your wedding!
This is an exciting time, so enjoy being engaged. Go to the shows with the intent of seeing what is available. Bring a small tote bag to stash all the goodies you’ll be picking up. Collect brochures and literature and business cards. Take photos if permitted. Get ideas of different styles that appeal to you. Make note of things that aren’t your style. Jot down who you want to talk to some more, (and who you want to steer clear of).
Relish your holiday engagement and this time as an engaged couple. The planning stage will come soon enough.
Hearts, Joy, Love!
Jean
Is your head swimming after going to that bridal show? Are you more confused than ever with all those choices? Weddings From The Heart can help. Give me a call at 937-581-3647, or email me at [email protected].
