{"id":5391,"date":"2020-05-11T08:04:20","date_gmt":"2020-05-11T14:04:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/theloupe\/?p=5391"},"modified":"2024-10-15T16:09:06","modified_gmt":"2024-10-15T22:09:06","slug":"newly-engaged-heres-how-to-start-planning-your-dream-wedding","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/theloupe\/bridal\/wedding\/newly-engaged-heres-how-to-start-planning-your-dream-wedding\/","title":{"rendered":"Newly Engaged? Here\u2019s How to Start Planning Your Dream Wedding"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>That \u201cjust engaged\u201d feeling is starting to wear off, which means it\u2019s time to start planning your wedding! With so many things to think about, you may start to feel overwhelmed before you even begin. Luckily, your friend &#038; jeweler is here to help with a few tips on starting your planning for the big day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Create a wedding timetable<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Can\u2019t wait to tie the knot or excited to enjoy your time as fianc\u00e9s? Either way, the first step in planning your wedding is deciding whether <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/theloupe\/jewelry-education\/how-long-is-the-average-engagement\/\">you want a long or short engagement<\/a>. There are advantages to both \u2014 it all depends on what feels right to you and your partner. Once you have an idea of a timeline, the rest of your planning will be a lot easier to manage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Set a budget<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many of your decisions about your wedding will depend on how you allocate your budget. This is also the time to figure out if you\u2019ll be paying for the entire wedding yourselves or if you have family members that would like to be involved, as this may end up shifting your ultimate wedding financial plan. Talking about money is never fun, but you can\u2019t realistically figure out what kind of wedding you\u2019re going to have if you don\u2019t know how much you\u2019re able to spend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/theloupe\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how_to_start_planning_wedding_blog_images_1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5392 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/theloupe\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how_to_start_planning_wedding_blog_images_1.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/theloupe\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how_to_start_planning_wedding_blog_images_1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/theloupe\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how_to_start_planning_wedding_blog_images_1-512x384.jpg 512w, https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/theloupe\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how_to_start_planning_wedding_blog_images_1-200x150.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/theloupe\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how_to_start_planning_wedding_blog_images_1-380x285.jpg 380w\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/450;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Document your vision<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you already have your dream wedding in mind or have no clue where to start, now\u2019s the time to collect inspiration and put together some ideas for what you want your wedding to look like. This can involve where it\u2019s set, the \u201cstyle\u201d of the wedding, whether you want something big or small, buffet or sit-down, and more. Use your Pinterest, Instagram, and other social media to collect images and notes you can refer back to as you get more involved in the planning of your nuptials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Propose to your wedding party<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A wedding is beautiful, but it can also be stressful \u2014 so it\u2019s super helpful to enlist the aid of your closest friends and family. Choose a few sweet <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/gifts\/bride-bridesmaids\">bridesmaids\u2019 gifts<\/a> and let your besties know you can\u2019t wait for them to be next to you on your big day! The sooner you pop the question to your bridesmaids, the sooner they can help you with things like picking out your dress, planning the bachelorette party, and handing you a glass of champagne when it all gets to be a little overwhelming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/gifts\/bride-bridesmaids\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/theloupe\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how_to_start_planning_wedding_blog_images_2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5393 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/theloupe\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how_to_start_planning_wedding_blog_images_2.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/theloupe\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how_to_start_planning_wedding_blog_images_2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/theloupe\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how_to_start_planning_wedding_blog_images_2-512x384.jpg 512w, https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/theloupe\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how_to_start_planning_wedding_blog_images_2-200x150.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/theloupe\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how_to_start_planning_wedding_blog_images_2-380x285.jpg 380w\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/450;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Decide who\u2019s planning what<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking to keep your budget (and wedding) small and want to do all the planning yourself? Or are you super busy and want to outsource the hard stuff to a professional? The next step in getting ready for your wedding is deciding whether you want a wedding planner or day-of coordinator to help you make your dream wedding a reality. The cool thing about this is you can pick from a full-time planner who manages every detail to a part-time consultant that will help you figure out the basics, or just stick with someone that will make sure everything runs smoothly on the big day. The choice is yours!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Find your venue<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Picking your venue is sort of like setting the stage for your wedding \u2014 before you can do anything else, you\u2019ll have to make a decision about where you want to have it. Most wedding venues book out far in advance, so once you\u2019ve figured out where you\u2019re headed, you\u2019ll have a better idea of what you still need to do. Some places may offer in-house catering, wedding coordinators, and alcohol, while others provide a list of preferred partners to work with. Get your location set in stone before you get started on the other aspects of tying the knot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Start your registry<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p> Getting your wedding registry set up early can ensure that all your loved ones have an opportunity to get you a gift you and your partner will actually enjoy. If you feel like you don\u2019t need any gifts, many couples are opting to instead ask for donations in their name to a charity they feel strongly about. Either way, getting this done will make it a little easier for your guests to budget accordingly.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/gifts\/bride-bridesmaids\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/theloupe\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how_to_start_planning_wedding_blog_images_3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5394 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/theloupe\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how_to_start_planning_wedding_blog_images_3.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/theloupe\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how_to_start_planning_wedding_blog_images_3-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/theloupe\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how_to_start_planning_wedding_blog_images_3-512x384.jpg 512w, https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/theloupe\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how_to_start_planning_wedding_blog_images_3-200x150.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/theloupe\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how_to_start_planning_wedding_blog_images_3-380x285.jpg 380w\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/450;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Pick your vendors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While not all vendors will book out as far in advance as the venue, it\u2019s a good idea to take care of the ones you\u2019re most concerned about first. If you have your eyes set on a particular caterer or DJ, now\u2019s the time to lock them down (just in case). Smaller details, like flowers, settings, and invitations can wait until later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Try on wedding dresses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most exciting parts of wedding planning is getting to find the perfect wedding dress. We suggest doing a little research beforehand to figure out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/theloupe\/articles-and-news\/wedding\/most-popular-wedding-dress-styles\/\">what kind of style<\/a>, material, and shape you\u2019re interested in so you can make the process run a little bit smoother. Then, grab your favorite ladies and a glass of champagne and starting trying on dresses!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/engagement-wedding\/wedding-bands\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/theloupe\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how_to_start_planning_wedding_blog_images_4.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5395 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/theloupe\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how_to_start_planning_wedding_blog_images_4.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/theloupe\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how_to_start_planning_wedding_blog_images_4-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/theloupe\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how_to_start_planning_wedding_blog_images_4-512x384.jpg 512w, https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/theloupe\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how_to_start_planning_wedding_blog_images_4-200x150.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.shaneco.com\/theloupe\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/how_to_start_planning_wedding_blog_images_4-380x285.jpg 380w\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/450;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. 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