8 Just-Engaged Planning Actions To Do Today.
As reported in the 2020 Wedding Report, most couples do little or no pre-engagement planning actions. So we’ve put together 8 just-engaged planning actions for you to start right away.
Research Wedding Costs
In the US, the average cost to get married is $38,700, according to WeddingWire’s 2020 Newlywed report. What one couple values may not be what you value, so don’t compare your wedding must-haves to someone else’s! Instead, take a look at your budget and decide which pros you and your fiancé cannot live without.
Start Creating a Guest List
First, make sure you and your fiancé are on the same page. However, at this stage start counting family and your closest friends to get a sense of how many essential invites you must have. Make sure you’ve developed a wedding budget and talked about who is paying for each part of your wedding. If parents are paying the bill, you should talk to them about how many people they want to invite. Conversely, if you and your fiancé are paying, sensitivity is still in order but it will probably be easier for you to call the shots.
Research Wedding Venues
Don’t be bashful to ask wedding vendors for referrals and recommendations of venues that they enjoy working at. Go online and find, research, and contact wedding venues. Simply google “wedding venues” + {your state}. Browse affordable wedding venues that fit your budget and style, read verified reviews, and info to make your ultimate decision.
Check Availability and Cost of Venues
Whether you’re looking for a small wedding venue or a large reception space, explore your options. Once you’ve settled on a date, you can then check on availability and get a cost per person. This cost includes the general location fee as well as food, drinks, and incidentals like tables, chairs, and linens. Visit the location for a site inspection and use our guide: “42 Questions to ask the Reception Site Manager By Cori Locklin”.
Research Potential Wedding Vendors
Read reviews of potential wedding vendors. Start researching this group of vendors first, especially if you value things like the venue, food, photography, and entertainment. These are usually the vendors that get booked first, therefore inquire and book these as soon as possible. Try to find wedding vendors that know each other and have worked together before at your venue.
Start Following Vendors on Social Media
There are so many social media sites that allow you to locate specific vendors, WeddingWire, Facebook, Yelp and Google come to mind. As a matter of fact, you can read about the experiences of others to get unbiased accounts of the vendors you’re considering. Many of these reviews have photos so that you can see the work of these vendors. Also, don’t be bashful to ask wedding vendors for testimonials of other vendors.
Don’t forget to listen to the Be Engaged and Inspired Podcast.
Look at Wedding Attire Online
Finding your dream gown can be stressful. After all, you’ve likely never tried one on before, and it’s the most expensive garment many women will ever own. So, it can feel like the pressure is definitely on YOU while wedding dress shopping. Click through bridal boutiques online, explore on Pinterest, and check out what celebrity brides are wearing to compile a visual file of your favorite dresses. Then look for a connecting theme and settle on a budget.
Create Inspirational Pinterest Boards
Trust me – almost no prospective Bride ever minds spending a few hours on Pinterest. The most useful way to use Pinterest is to follow boards that you like then pin every image that catches your attention. This will give you the most legroom and the clearest idea of how your mind operates visually. As your boards grows, pay attention to any common themes, colors and imagery that appear. This way you can focus in on what your really want for your special day.
Photo Credit: Simply K Studio Photography
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