5 Things Every Engaged Couple Needs to Hear
Where are my newly engaged couples at?! AHHH, congrats!!
Your party is just getting started, friends. Now that you’ve said "I do" it’s time to get down to business (aka: wedding planning).
If I had to take a shot in the dark I’d say a million different people are telling you a million different things when it comes to what you need to do and how you need to do it.
Write your own vows, don’t write your own vows.
Do the first look, don’t do the first look.
Invite kids to your wedding, don’t invite kids to your wedding.
The list goes on.
From someone who has been around the block a time or two (or a million) when it comes to planning weddings, there are 5 things I REALLY want you to know as an engaged couple.
THIS IS YOUR DAY NOT ANYONE ELSE’S.
It’s not your aunt Suzie's day, your wedding party’s day, or even your wedding planner’s day - it’s your day. Ultimately, you and your partner get to call the shots. There will be unique moments that happen at your wedding that didn’t happen at your friend's wedding. Rightfully so, because you are a unique couple! You should feel celebrated and supported throughout the process.
HIRE A TEAM OF VENDORS YOU TRUST
Your wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime event. When you hire the right wedding coordinator you can truly relax on your wedding day instead of worrying about the details. My best tip for booking wedding vendors you *actually* trust is checking for reviews online. If a vendor has multiple raving reviews, they're likely a great choice!
YOU DON’T HAVE TO INVITE KIDS TO YOUR WEDDING
Did you just feel a weight lifted off your shoulders? Of course, if you want to invite kids, go right ahead! However, a LOT of couples just want to celebrate with their adult friends, but they feel guilty for not inviting kids. My best tip? Include a little something like this on your invites, “Although we love your kids, this is an adult-only wedding.” Including the phrase “adult only” or “kid-free” keeps it clear and kind!
PLAN TIME TO BE ALONE ON YOUR WEDDING DAY
AHH, I can not stress this one enough!! It is SO important that you intentionally set time aside to be alone on your wedding day. Whether it’s during dinner, before the ceremony, or even before you do the grand exit. When you strategically plan your wedding timeline, you can assure you have time for yourself - everyone else can wait. Our wedding timeline guide gives you EVERYTHING you need to plan the perfect day.
DON’T LET THE STRESS STEAL THE MAGIC
Your wedding day will be the most magical day of your life even if the details aren’t perfect. At the end of the day, nothing is worth stressing over -- literally nothing. You are marrying the LOVE OF YOUR LIFE! When you go about the day in light of what you’re celebrating, everything else won’t matter as much.
I am SO excited for the journey you’re embarking on, friends! If you need more tips and tricks or a guide to walk you through every part of planning, I got your back!
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CHEERS to you, your engagement and your wedding day!
