Wedding in Surrey

What Are the First Things to Do After Getting Engaged?

Probably the first thing a couple does when they get engaged is enjoy the feeling of commitment. Treasure this.

But pretty soon, there are some action items that need to be taken care of.

You need to tell your parents and his, preferably both of you together. Traditionally, the bride's parents are told first, but this is not a requirement any more.

It's a really good idea to purchase a journal. You're going to have tons of memories in the next few months, and a journal is a way to keep those memories alive years after the wedding is over.

Throw an engagement party. This doesn't have to be over-the-top, but you will want to let your friends join in on the celebration. Along with the engagement party, have announcements printed in local newspapers, mail announcements to friends and family, and create an engagement website.

Set a date as soon as possible. You'll feel more "engaged" when you have what Dr. Laura likes to call "a ring and a date."

You've got to set a tone for the wedding. Is the wedding going to be formal or informal? Are you going to have a religious or secular ceremony?

Also, you need to set up the budget. If you and your fiancé are paying the bill, you need to look at what you can realistically afford. Think about your long term financial goals and decide what is really important to you. If someone else is sharing the bill, you need to talk to them frankly about what their limits are - and respect them.

You need to choose your attendants and get them involved in supporting you early. There are probably some friends or relatives who you "must" choose, but where you can, select people who can actually help you carry the load.

Along those lines, talk upfront with the principles about how much they can contribute in terms of time. If you are busy with work or school and can't do extensive planning and others don't want to share the load, you may want to think about hiring a wedding planner at this stage.

Finally, start looking at venues for the wedding ceremony and reception at once. Popular venues are booked well in advance, so you don't want to leave this crucial step until later.

But the most significant thing to remember is that this is supposed to be a fun and romantic time in your life. Take time to delight in each step. And also remember to take time to enjoy each other. Let the wedding planning process seal your bond.

Planning for a wedding is not an easy task. It could be an extremely stressful, and trying time, especially as the big day approaches. It's a time when you worry about coordinating all of the details of the wedding, just to make sure everything goes according to plan.

Probably, one of the most important details of the wedding that you have to decide on is the actual date of the wedding. This is usually the detail that is taken care of first. Factors in choosing a date include:

• the availability of the venue where the wedding will take place


• availability of friends and family on the assigned date

Some venues where weddings are held offer discounts on days when traditionally, weddings are not held.

Also, the time the wedding takes place also becomes a factor in the expense. For example, mornings, and afternoon receptions are somewhat cheaper than receptions held at night.

It is also advisable to set a budget, even before you start to make plans. This way you'll be able to organise the details according to the budget you have set.

Once you've done this, you can now choose a venue for the wedding. Some places offer discounts, depending on the time of year. Just after the holidays, would be a good time to hold a wedding, if you are considering the cost. This time is not considered a 'peak time', therefore the price tends to be less expensive.

For couples who are about to get married, it is important to talk about the size of wedding they both have in mind. The dream wedding of one person might not be that of the other. So it is necessary for you to discuss details regarding the arrangement of the wedding, such as: the location of the venue/reception, the number of people who get invited to the wedding reception, and the choice of entertainment.

It is important to reach an agreement pertaining to the guest list and the entourage. Whether you want to keep the wedding an intimate affair, in which case the bride and groom will just invite their family and friends; or maybe, they'd want to make this affair, into the wedding of the century. In which case, the bride and groom get to invite the whole neighborhood, long lost relatives, high school buddies, etc., in addition to their friends and family. When making the guest list, consider the space capacity of your chosen venue.

Hire a professional to capture this momentous occasion. Of course, your friends can take good pictures, and most of them own a camcorder. But for this special occasion, you would want something special, lasting, and visually presentable. So you'd have something to remember this occasion by. This way you could also share them with your friends and family.

Don't forget the cake! It's best to have a tasting first, before settling on a cake. Invite your family and friends, for the cake tasting. This way, this task becomes fun for everyone!

Order wedding invitations. If you want to get creative, you can always print your own invites. This way, you can customise them, and add a more personal touch to the invitation.

Don't forget to start looking for a wedding gown months before the wedding. This way, the bride has plenty of time to make a selection. Also, the groom should make arrangement to rent or buy a suit, preferably in advance also. Just in case you encounter some trouble with the fitting, you'd have some time to make other arrangements.

Couples who don't have enough time on their hands, or just find the preparations that go into planning a wedding too overwhelming, can always just hire a wedding planner! This way, everything gets organised and coordinated for them.

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