What to do after getting engaged
Photographed by Younger Photography
Published on Thursday 21st December 2023Congratulations on your engagement!
After replying to countless congratulatory messages and staring at your ring in awe for hours, you might begin to wonder what to do after getting engaged.
Firstly, there is no pressure to begin planning your wedding straight away. Before you embark on an exciting journey towards your wedding day, make sure to enjoy your engagement. If you’re thinking about what comes after engagement, we are here to help you navigate those steps after saying “Yes!“ to the love of your life.
Photographed by Nova Photography & Noah Werth
Savour the moment and celebrate
The beginning of your engagement is the perfect time to bask in the joy of your new chapter and what’s to come. It is tempting to get carried away once that ring is on your finger and begin planning your wedding after you get engaged, especially if you have already thought about your dream wedding! But before you and your fiancé dive straight into planning your wedding, take some time and savour this moment. Share the news of your engagement with family, friends and all those who are close to you.
Once you officially start to plan your wedding, you can find yourselves very busy quite quickly, so take some time to celebrate your love and get used to calling each other ‘fiancé‘! This is a momentous occasion that deserves a celebration. Whether you celebrate with an engagement photoshoot, an intimate dinner with those closest to you or a grand engagement party, make sure you celebrate your love.
Insuring your ring
Although it may be the last thing on your mind during such a joyful occasion, getting insurance for your engagement ring is important. Unfortunately, accidents do happen so in case you misplace your ring, lose a stone, or in the event your engagement ring gets stolen, this step of insuring your ring can offer financial protection when you need it most.
Your engagement ring is one of the most valuable and sentimental pieces of jewellery you will ever own. So regardless of how careful you are, having extra security to replace or repair it if needed is a smart investment.
Talk about your budget
As a newly engaged couple, you don’t have to know the exact number you plan to spend on your wedding day right now. However, it is important to start discussing your wedding budget with your fiancé. Take into account the number of guests you want to invite and the amount of time you have to prepare your finances as these factors can have a significant impact on the overall amount you spend for your special day.
When you begin your wedding related research and decide on a rough number for your guest list, you will be able to make more informed decisions regarding your budget that will align with your financial abilities. During this time, make sure to have conversations with loved ones who have offered to contribute to your wedding as well. It is important to be on the same page about your finances before you get the ball rolling and start planning your wedding.
The perfect date
Some couples may discuss potential wedding dates that hold meaningful significance to them, such as the first time they said ‘I love you‘ or the date they first met. However, similar to discussing your budget, if you don’t have a set date in mind just yet, that’s okay too. There are a few things you and your fiancé should consider as you begin to talk about when you’d like to say ‘I do‘.
Think about work commitments, whether you would like a weekday or weekend wedding, family commitments and the season you’d like to get married. Even if you do have an ideal date in mind, these are still factors you should consider and discuss with your fiancé.
Shortlisting the perfect venues
With a rough idea of your ideal timeframe and budget in mind, you can start looking for the perfect wedding venue. When you begin researching venues, consider what is important to you and what your must haves are. Whether this is the venue capacity, amenities available, or a dream location, discuss what the perfect wedding venue looks like and offers. From here, you can search for wedding venues online that align with what you both envision for your wedding day. This step of shortlisting wedding venues will help you tremendously when you’re ready to start visiting some venues in real life.
Looking for inspiration
From social media, websites, wedding showcases and even traditional wedding magazines, wedding inspiration is everywhere. Weddings are unique to the couple planning their special day, and looking for inspiration from others can often help you decide on what you do and don’t want for your wedding.
If you search the term ‘Real Weddings‘ online, you will find plenty of wedding inspiration that will help you and your fiancé prioritise accordingly for your wedding. It is also a fun way to see how ideas have worked for other couples.
For Pentillie wedding inspiration, take a look at our Real Wedding stories or reserve your free space for our first Wedding Showcase of 2024 for wedding wisdom from our expert team. You’ll have the opportunity to view Pentillie dressed to perfection by local award-winning suppliers as you explore the romantic Castle and picturesque grounds.
Dream together
From the moment you said “Yes“ to your partner’s proposal to the moment you say “I do“, maintaining communication with your fiancé will be essential. While you’re enjoying life as a newly engaged couple and getting used to your new title, fiancé, it is important to discuss your dream wedding together.
Ask each other what kind of celebration you envision. Do you dream of an intimate gathering or a grand affair? At Pentillie, we often ask our couples to describe their dream wedding day in three words, tell your fiancé your three words and find out theirs. Do you imagine your special day to be romantic, family orientated, relaxed, timeless, elegant or fun? This is a great start to being on the same page to plan a wedding you both want.
Having transparent and open conversations with your fiancé will bring the wedding you dream of to life and make the planning process easier. Embrace the excitement of being engaged, and listen to your fiancé’s perspective to make sure you’re both working towards the same goal before diving into planning your wedding.
Cheers to you and your fiancé!
Congratulations once again on your engagement! Use this time to enjoy each one another’s company and celebrate your love. Savour this momentous occasion in your relationship, post-engagement bliss is exciting!
We would be happy to help you answer any questions you may have as you and your fiancé navigate through this extraordinary new chapter, please do get in touch or book a private viewing or take a virtual tour.