Now What?
You’re recently engaged which means, you’re getting married – that is so exciting!!! What to do next can be daunting to say the least. We are here to help with this general roadmap to help you navigate the next steps.
The following list will get you started wedding planning
- Celebrate Together: Take some time to enjoy the “recently engaged” moment with your partner. It’s a big milestone, so share it with family and friends, and don’t forget to savor the excitement, just the two of you.
- Share the News: Decide how and when you want to announce your engagement. This could be through social media, a personal announcement, or a celebration with loved ones.
- Start Planning: Create a rough timeline for your wedding. Discuss with your partner what kind of wedding you both envision, including the size, location, and style.
- Budgeting: Set a budget that works for both of you. This will help you make decisions about venues, attire, and other details. Is family helping?
- Guest List: Begin drafting a guest list. It will help you choose a venue that fits your needs and make decisions about the type of ceremony and reception you want.
- Venue and Date: Research and book your venue early, especially if you have a specific date or season in mind. Popular venues can book up quickly. After officially booking a venue, you can now start wedding planning or let us help you!! Contact us to book a tour!
‘After booking your venue’
- Vendors: Start looking into other vendors such as photographers, caterers, and florists. Recommendations from us (once you book), friends, or online reviews can be helpful.
- Engagement Photos: If you’re interested, consider scheduling an engagement photo session. It’s a great way to capture this special time and can be used for save-the-dates or wedding websites. We allow our couples to take these on the 63 acres that is L&L Farm.
- Wedding Dress and Attire: Begin exploring options for your wedding dress and the attire for your partner and wedding party. Check out the post, “Top 12 boutiques in Nashville to find your wedding dress.”
- Legalities: Depending on where you live, there might be legal requirements or paperwork for your marriage. It’s a good idea to look into these early on.
- Planning and Organization: Consider using wedding planning tools or apps to keep track of your ideas, tasks, and contacts.
- Self-Care: Planning a wedding can be overwhelming, so make sure to take care of yourselves and each other. Enjoy the process and remember why you’re celebrating!
Being recently engaged can be such a fun time so enjoy the new bling on your finger and sparkle in your eyes. Every couple’s journey is unique, so adapt these steps to what works best for you or use as a general guideline to get started planning your most perfect wedding!
We are a locally owned venue? Check out this post to find out why that matters!
More locally owned wedding venues around the US: Antler Ridge Weddings, Ballenger Bridge, Lavender On The Lake Events, and the Bluegrass Family Farm.
