JUST COMMITTED? THE 8 THINGS YOU NEED TO DO FIRST

First of all, yay! You just got engaged and you’re going to marry your soul mate! After your partner asks the question, once the ring hits your knuckle and the tears have cleared, you may be feeling tons of feelings, mostly arousal, but most likely a pinch of anxiety underlying all of this as well. If you panic a bit as soon as reality settles, don’t worry, it doesn’t mean you’re a sociopath who doesn’t want to get married (I’ve checked with my therapist!), It just means skipping from appointment to appointment. bride who just got engaged, to a wedding plan, a bride or a future groom in a matter of seconds, is a shock to the system! Don’t worry, everything will work out in due course (that’s what this website is for!).

1. Take time to be happy together.

We live so hyper-connected these days, that it could feel second nature to Instagram to live his proposal, like… .. The moment you realize what is happening. It’s good news, and you’ll want to tell everyone you have met, including the Uber drivers who were especially chatty. But remember this: That electric moment of pure, pure, adrenaline, silly drunkenness of love that you feel after your partner says “Do you want? and you say “yes”? That moment is one that you can never reproduce. So soak up that “newly engaged” feeling for as long as you can, just the two of you. Don’t feel pressured to start calling people or making decisions right away; everything can wait. Instead, open a bottle of champagne, cry together, laugh together, do your favorite puzzle…. whatever is! Just lock yourself in your engagement bubble for as long as you want and enjoy the beauty of the moment. You’ll be glad you did.

2. Announce to family, then to friends who are like family, then to everyone else.

Yes, you want to put that ring on Facebook and scream about your everlasting love from the rooftops of social media. But don’t do it, there is a hierarchy in this! You don’t want your seventh grade science fair partner to know about this great milestone in life before your mom does, do you? (Your mom wouldn’t want this, trust me, I checked it out with her.) As soon as you’re ready to start telling someone, family comes first. Call them (this is not the time to send a text message!) Or pay a visit if you are from the area. Next, your best friends, think about the people you are going to ask to participate in the wedding party. Finally, when all the VIPs know you and have filled you with love, it is time for the publication on social media of “We just got engaged! Oh, and, once it’s released,

3. Get your ring tailored and insured.

Did your partner give you an engagement ring that fits perfectly because they are the type to plan ahead and do your research? If so, how is that? If not, take it back to the jeweler it came from to sort it out as soon as possible – you’ll have to be without it for a few weeks (sucks!), But it’s not worth wearing an oversized ring that could slip and get lost. even if it is for a second more than necessary. The original jeweler should measure it for free, and once you’ve taken care of it, you won’t have to be without it again!

Oh, but in the event that you are without it again one day (say, lost or stolen), insurance is the only way to replace it without having to buy a new one, so it’s a very, very good idea to ensure that your ring coverage is generally super affordable and peace of mind is invaluable.

4. Pick your wedding party and plan an engagement party, if you like.

You don’t have to make many big decisions after you get engaged, but if you’re thinking that you want an engagement party, and want help planning it (or want it to be fully organized), it’s time to choose your wedding party so that They can get to work (I have checked with them, they are excited). If you and your partner have been ready to get engaged for a while, I’m willing to bet they both have a pretty good idea of who they want at their bridal party, so making selections shouldn’t be too difficult.

If you want to throw your own engagement party, you can keep asking your bridal party members until later. But the sooner you ask, the sooner you can benefit from more help. Not sure if you want or don’t want or need an engagement party? My position on the subject is: Why not? After you and your partner announce your engagement, tons of people will want to celebrate – a party is a great way to celebrate with everyone together, and also a great excuse to buy your first of many white dresses.

5. Think about your wedding timeline.

Despite how it feels when the umpteenth person asks “Have you chosen a date yet?” After telling them that you are engaged, it is not, I repeat, not required by law that you choose a wedding date moments after you just got engaged. (I consulted with the Supreme Court.) People only ask that because they want to seem interested, and they don’t know what else to say besides: “Congratulations!”

In all honesty, you can choose a date whenever you want, either a year or six years after the ring falls on your finger. Still, you and your partner should discuss deadlines shortly after you commit, so that you are both on the same page, and so if you are on a typical deadline (i.e. having your wedding 12-18 months after proposal), they can start the show. Lining up in a timeline (“Let’s say in two summers,” or even, “I want a New Year’s wedding!”) And working from there-is the most pragmatic starting point for wedding planning.

6. Get inspired!

You don’t have to close any solid wedding plans until you’re good and ready, but it’s a great idea to start gathering inspiration and checking out wedding websites and magazines. (You’re here now, so that’s a start!) With your partner, start to identify the general styles and themes you like, create a Pinterest account (you’ll thank me later!), And go wild! This is not the time to start cutting things down yet, so anything that catches your attention should be shelved. As the time to start shopping and reserving things approaches, you will have a much clearer idea of your wedding vision, the more you see and explore the industry and inspiration available to you. This is the fun part, so have fun!

7. Find your wedding photographer and take engagement photos.

Don’t you think you want to take an electronic shot? Feel free to skip this step, but keep two things in mind. Number one: Booking an early photographer is smart because the best ones are worth every penny, and their most popular months are reserved more than a year in advance, usually, and number two: Engagement photos are a great opportunity to practice! how to do it in front of a professional photographer before you really have to do it on your big day! Even if you are not the type of person to spam their social channels with their engagement photos, they are a great keepsake to have of a wonderful event in your life and that of your partner and, best of all, many photos include Free e-shoots in your wedding packages!

8. Set a date and start booking.

If you just got engaged and have completed steps 1-7 and feel ready to do the damn thing, it’s time to do it all! Set your date, mark it on every calendar you and your partner have, and set it on stone – this is now the North Star of your wedding plans, and everything you do from here on out should gravitate towards this day. Then, and only after setting the date, you can start booking: the place is the most logical starting point, but you can start wherever you want! Remember, there is no official wedding timeline that you have to adhere to. If you want to be engaged for three years, do it! You should not start this step until you are ready to spend the time, money, and effort it takes to plan your dream wedding. Otherwise, sit down,

Mahendran

Athini Photos was established by Mr.Mahendran in 2005. Our style of photography is contemporary with a classic twist; combining beautiful photography portraiture with dynamic reportage storytelling.

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