I'm engaged! Now what? 1. Tell Your Family BEFORE Social Media Trust me. You don't want your parents finding out that you "Just Said Yes!" from Facebook. You don't have to tell them fifteen minutes later, but don't share any photographs with anyone else first. 2. Insure the Bling It might seem like it'd be impossible for anything bad to happen to your engagement ring when you glance at it / admire it every few seconds (I don't blame you!!); however, you can never be too careful. If it's insured, you can at least have peace of mind. 3. Size It Since the importance of insuring the ring came up, let's also stress the importance of the ring being the proper size (which will obviously decrease the chances of it slipping off of your finger accidentally). It should only take a few days for the jeweler to do, and it'll be even more wonderful when you don't have to worry about it slipping and twisting around. 4. Discuss a General Timeframe I DO NOT recommend selecting a date ahead of time unless it's really sentimental to you. Why? I used to work in Venue Management and I cannot tell you how many times couples would come in and want the same date, only to find out that it was already booked after falling in love with the space. Most venues don't book more than one event per day, and if you're considering peak wedding season, chances are you'll need to have a little wiggle room. Flexibility is key here. Go ahead and narrow it down to a month or two that you're interested in so that you have multiple dates to choose from when you find the venue of your dreams. 4. Set a Budget Yeah, so this isn't the most fun of tasks to kick the wedding planning process off with, but it's probably the most important. Talk to your fiancé and family to determine where you stand budget-wise so that you know what you can realistically afford. 5. Hire a Wedding Planner Hiring a wedding planner truly is an investment for the big day - the earlier you book, the more you can save. As professionals, we have a lot of connections in the wedding industry and can recommend quality vendors for you within your budget. Throughout the process, we keep that budget in mind with your vision and work together to make your dream come to life. 6. Enjoy the Engagement I'm not talking about the first three days, I mean the whole year (or however long). It's easy to get swept up in the planning process, but make sure to keep the focus on the two of you. The details are fun, but they last a day. Your marriage will last forever. Schedule date nights, keep getting to know one another and be mindful of one another's opinions on the wedding.
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If you've been to a wedding lately, it's possible that you've already spotted one of the latest wedding trends, mercury glass, and it doesn't seem likely that this trend is going anywhere anytime soon.
This beautiful glass comes in a variety of tones such as silver and copper, and you'll see it on items such as mirrors, votives and vases. How can you tie mercury glass into your wedding theme? Rustic A mercury vase can hold little collections of baby's breath or wildflowers. Place your vase on slab of wood and surround it with tea light candles for a beautiful glow that will reflect off of the mercury glass surfaces. The mercury glass aesthetically pairs well with a dark wood. Glamorous Mercury votives can add an elegant touch to your centerpieces and on your tables. You can also find mercury glass pillar candle holders which can add dramatic height to your tablescape and still incorporate the trend subtly. Botanical It is easy to incorporate mercury glass into your wedding theme, even if you're planning on using a lot of natural greenery for your decor. Add a chic twist to your terrariums and succulent centerpieces by using a mercury glass planter. It's an easy way to add some shine. Like the vases pictured above? They are only $15.00 for a set of three right now, and can be purchased here. |
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