How to Plan Your Engagement
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You've been dating your partner for a while now, and you're finally ready to take the next step: engagement. But before you can get down on one knee and pop the question, there's a lot of planning to do. We will be discussing in detail how you can plan out an engagement.
If we haven’t met yet, hi! I’m Lindsey Nickel and I’m a local Napa wedding planner and the owner of Lovely Day Events. My team and I have planned more than 140 destination weddings, so I can tell you firsthand that wine country weddings are something special. My clients want the ceremony to be outside, the food to be outstanding, and the dance parties to be epic. If this sounds like you, you’re in the right place.
What to do before an engagement.
Shop for an Engagement ring
An engagement ring is given to the woman to symbolize the future commitment to each other.
Decide on a place to get engaged.
This could be somewhere special to you as a couple, or somewhere that has significance for your relationship.
Choose a time to get engaged.
This should be the time when both of you are free to enjoy the moment without any distractions. Once you have all of these things sorted, you'll be ready to take the next step in your relationship and get engaged.
How to make sure the engagement is a success
Talk about your expectations
What does each of you want out of the engagement? What are your expectations for the future? Having these conversations early on can help avoid misunderstandings down the road.
Set some ground rules
If you're living together, now is a good time to talk about finances, household chores, and how you'll handle disagreements. Having these discussions now can help prevent problems later on.
Enjoy the moment
An engagement is a time to celebrate your love for each other. Take time to savor the moment and enjoy the planning process.
What to do after the engagement
Now that you're engaged, it's time to start thinking about all the little details that will make your wedding day perfect. Here are the tips:
Get some professional photos taken.
This is one of the most important things you can do to commemorate your engagement. Be sure to find a photographer you love and trust to capture your memories perfectly.
Have an engagement party
This is a great way to celebrate your new status with family and friends. Plan something fun that reflects your personalities as a couple.
Start planning for the wedding day
Wedding planning can be daunting, but it's also incredibly exciting. Lovely Day Events, located in Napa and Sonoma valleys, assist couples in having their dream destination weddings. Of course, creating a budget and guest list are a necessity, and then start picking out your venue, but as far as the rest goes you get to have fun while Lovely Day Events handles the rest.
Tips on overall engagement and engagement party
When it comes to engagement parties, the more the merrier! But if you're looking to keep things more low-key, that's perfectly fine too. Here are a few tips to make sure your engagement party is a success, no matter what size or style you choose:
Make sure you have a clear purpose for your engagement or party
Make sure your guests are on the same page and know what to expect from the start and this will help ensure that everyone has a good time.
Start planning early and allow plenty of time for preparation
This will help ensure that everything goes smoothly and that you have plenty of time to enjoy the event itself.
Keep your guest list limited to those who will truly contribute to the success of the event by delegating tasks and making sure everyone knows their role in making the party a success.
Create a budget and stick to it. Overspending can quickly turn an enjoyable event into a stressful one.
Choose a venue that reflects your personality as a couple and that is appropriate for the type of engagement or party you are hosting.
Pay attention to the little details, as they can often make a big difference in the overall atmosphere of the event.
Make sure you have enough food and drinks to keep your guests happy throughout the evening.
Plan activities that will get everyone involved and engaged
Make sure the activities are appropriate for all ages. This will ensure that everyone can participate and have fun and also encourage participation by offering prizes or incentives. This will motivate people to get involved in the activities.
Have a backup plan in case something goes wrong on the day of the event
Have a variety of activities planned. This way, if one thing doesn't work out, there are plenty of other things for guests to do.
Relax and enjoy yourself, after all, that's what hosting an engagement or party is all about.
Conclusion
Engagement planning can be a challenging task, but it's important to take your time and make sure that everything is perfect. By following these tips, you can make sure that your engagement goes off without a hitch and that you're prepared for the wedding planning process.
Guest Post Written by Taylor McKnight, Author for Fast Fix