10 Must Do Things Once You Get Engaged

We often get asked about the first steps to take after saying “Yes!” to the proposal. Getting engaged is an exciting time and can be one of your life’s most heart-warming, romantic, and memorable occasions, but it can also be overwhelming with all the decisions and planning ahead. It is one of the most significant steps to take on this trip we call life. To help you navigate the first few months of engagement, here are 10 must do things we suggest doing once you get engaged:

Take a moment to enjoy the excitement of being engaged! Whether it’s an intimate dinner for two or a gathering with close friends and family, celebrate your new chapter in a way that feels right for both of you. This is a moment to savor before diving into wedding planning. This is one of the main things we recommend because so often couples go right into planning and then they regret not truly celebrating this monumental event. 

Let your loved ones know the big news! Call family and friends before you post on social media to give them the chance to hear it from you directly. Afterward, share the excitement online with a cute engagement photo, tag your fiancé, and let the world know you’re officially on the road to forever!

And you can also have a chance to win some amazing prizes in a contest from Lovebird because they want to celebrate your proposal story! The popular wedding destination website is hosting a fun contest to recognize the most creative, sweetest, most unexpected, and most memorable proposal moments. Whether your proposal went off without a hitch, took an unexpected turn, or had a reaction that still makes you smile, Lovebird wants to hear about it. 

Share your story for a chance to win $500 and be featured on Lovebird’s site! 

Whether you’ve bought an engagement ring, watch or signet ring, do buy insurance for it. This is a special item that will be worn throughout your lives together, so it should be protected. Check with your homeowners or renters insurance to see if the item will be covered, or if you need to take out an extension of that plan. There are companies that specialize in jewelry insurance, and your jeweler may have their own plan. Do shop around and compare policies before choosing one. 

Now’s the time to start thinking about the style and vibe of your wedding day. Whether you’re dreaming of a rustic barn wedding, a glamorous ballroom celebration, or a beachside ceremony, discussing your vision with your fiancé will help guide your venue and vendor choices. There’s nothing like dreaming about your most epic wedding vision. Looking for inspiration, check out some of Lovebird’s wedding invitations here to get your creative juices flowing. 

Before diving into any wedding details, talk to your partner and families about the wedding budget. Being clear on your finances from the start will help guide your planning decisions. And honestly some couples don’t want to talk about budgets but it’s one of the things that NEEDS to discuss because it will set expectations so you can plan a wedding that aligns with your priorities. 

Once you’ve settled on a rough budget, make a general timeline. When do you want the wedding to take place? Will it be in a year, two years, or sooner? Having a timeline will help you set milestones for each phase of the wedding planning process. It really is more than just a checklist of tasks, it will become the backbone of your wedding planning journey. 

A structured timeline will help ensure that everything falls in place, and whether you’re a DIY bride or have the help of a wedding planning team, a timeline keeps you on track, provides clarity and makes sure you don’t miss any important details. 

A wedding website is a practical and elegant way to keep your guests informed. You can share engagement photos, wedding details, digital wedding invitations, RSVP links, and even your story. Plus, it’s an easy place to communicate with guests about the details of the big day. And don’t forget, when you’re creating your wedding website, upload a few photos of the proposal. 

Engagement photos are popular, but there are other pre-wedding shoots to think about too. A “save-the-date” photoshoot or even a fun bridal shower shoot can give you beautiful memories before the big day. These photos can also be used for wedding invitations, thank-you cards, or social media to share your excitement with your followers. They can also be used for decor and favors on your wedding day.  

Talk with your fiancé about who you’d like to have by your side on the big day. The next step is to ask your closest friends and family to be part of your wedding party. There are so many different and unique ways to ask your wedding party to be a part of your big day. We have seen some amazing ideas, like having a dinner to pop the question, creating goodie bags with all your favorite things for them, or even personalized wine bottles.

Once they say yes, you can start planning the bridal shower, bachelor/bachelorette parties, and all those special moments leading up to the wedding.

Lastly, don’t forget to take a breath and enjoy the engagement period. Wedding planning can get busy, so take time to appreciate the excitement of being engaged. Spend time with your partner, reflect on how far you’ve come, and remember that the wedding is just one part of your journey together.

A new trend that is emerging is a romantic getaway that newly engaged couples take before their wedding, either right when they get engaged or right before their wedding to celebrate their love and commitment. It’s a chance to enjoy each other’s company and take a break from the stress of wedding planning.  

And don’t forget…..

Lovebird wants to award you for your proposal story. The wedding website is holding a contest for the most creative proposal, the sweetest proposal, the proposal plan gone wrong, and the most memorable proposal reaction.

Send them your wedding proposal story, and a judging panel will pick the top proposal from each category. You and your fiancé can win $500, and a chance to be featured on Lovebird.* 

* This promotion will run twice before the end of the year:

This is a sponsored conversation written by Brooklyn Bride on behalf of Sincere and Lovebird. The opinions and text are all ours.