What to Do in the First 30 Days After You Get Engaged
She said "I DO"!
Congratulations on your engagement, but what's next? Planning a wedding can feel overwhelming, but taking it step by step will help ensure you enjoy every moment of this beautiful journey.
Engagement among our magnificent southern Magnolias!
Here are a few wedding planning tips from The Venue at Springfield Estates. Many of our brides ask for advise on what to do in the first 30 days after getting engaged.
One of a kind engagement invitations!
Share the News
Take a moment to savor the engagement! Share the exciting news first with those closest to you both. Consider how you’d like to announce your engagement to the wider circle—through a social media post, a small gathering, or even a fun engagement party! we not only are a wedding venue, we also host many engagement parties, showers and festivities at The Venue at Springfield Estates in Georgetown, South Carolina. We in between Charleston and Myrtle Beach where there are also amazing proposal spots and places to celebrate!
Set a Date in your favorite season!
Vibrant Spring Weddings with thousands of blooming Azaleas & Camillas among Oaks!
It helps to have an idea of the time of year, season and possibly the month when you begin to plan your special day! One of the first questions people will ask is, “When’s the big day?” If you have your mind set on a specific date, venue, caterers and other vendors, check with them to see when they have availability.
Try to determine a budget or at least an estimate!
Your budget will be the foundation of your wedding planning. Sit down with your partner to discuss how much you’re willing and able to spend. Your budget will determine all other decisions, from the size of your guest list to the venue. Set up a contingency to incase you encounter unexpected expenses.
Fabulous Fall Weddings!
Start a Guest List
A preliminary guest list will help you decide on the scale of your special day which is helpful in determining the size of the venue. Having a rough estimate is crucial in the early planning stages, you can always adjust your plans. Discuss who you’d like to invite and Consider any family obligations and discuss who you’d like to invite.
Research Venues
Your venue will set the tone for your wedding day, so start researching locations as early as possible. Do you envision a glamorous ballroom, beachside ceremony, mountain retreat? Or a private, luxury, peaceful, intimate waterfront setting nestled on 250 acres with hundreds of historic rice fields, thousands of different species of flowers, abundant wildlife, beautiful bride and grooms suites? If so, The Venue at Springfield Estates is the perfect choice for you! Be sure to schedule visits to see them in person after you have chosen your dream venue.
Choose Your Wedding Party
Decide on your bridal party and groomsmen. Once you choose your wedding party, you can start discussing responsibilities and involving your wedding party in the planning stages. You should be surrounded by friends and family members you want by your side throughout the planning process and on the special day. Be sure to check out our blog on Roles and responsibilities of your wedding party at The Venue at Springfield Estates for more tips!
Book a Photographer
Photographers that are in high demand book up fast, so try to start your search early. Look for photographers whose style matches your vision. Be sure to check their availability for your chosen dates. Take time to read reviews and review portfolios. We have many talented and incredible photographers we would love to share with you!
Consider Hiring a Wedding Planner
If your budget allows, hiring a wedding planner can save you time and stress. Planners bring expertise, vendor connections, and can ensure everything runs smoothly. Even if you choose not to hire one for the full planning process, consider a day-of coordinator. To make your dream wedding a reality, you need to visualize it first., create a vision board or scroll through ideas on Pinterest and other social media platforms for inspiration. if you do hire a planner, share all of these ideas with her to insure you special day will be everything you have always dreamed of!
Explore Wedding Insurance
Wedding insurance can provides peace of mind and will protect against unforeseen circumstances like weather disruptions or venue cancellations.
Bask in these incredible moments, planning a wedding is a memorable experience. Your loved ones are there to help and support you both. Remember that the most important aspect is to celebrate your love with those who matter most.
Stay tuned to our blog for more wedding planning tips and advice. Here’s to a glorious engagement and a fabulous, unforgettable wedding day! Enjoy and congratulations!
Couples love celebrating their Engagement at The Venue at Springfield Estates
Thank you so much for stopping by our blog, we hope you found this information helpful. As a South Carolina luxury, local, woman owned, small venue owner, The Venue at Springfield Estates wants to use our blog to increase awareness and support for locally owned wedding venues. Locally owned wedding venues tend to provide a higher level of expertise, dedication and service. They also have far less turnover than investor owned or corporate owned venues. As you plan your wedding we hope you will consider a locally owned wedding venue like ours. You can find locally owned wedding venues on this wedding venue map. Below is a shout out to fellow locally owned wedding venues around the country!