With so many people getting engaged around me lately (you can read about some here and here), my inbox has recently received more wedding questions than usual. It got me thinking of how I felt when I first got engaged: excited, happy and a bit overwhelmed because I wasn't sure what to do first. I decided to make a list of what you really should do first!
- Enjoy being ENGAGED! - That's right. For the first few days or even weeks, do absolutely nothing but stare at the new bling on your finger! Stare into your fiance's eyes and tell him how much you love him. Share the news with your family and friends by telling the proposal story over and over again. It's fun!
- Register - This is the fun stuff! It's like shopping without having to pay for it. What could be better? It can be a little overwhelming, so make sure you have a store associate guide you if you need help. Also, read my guide to registering here and check out my checklists here and here.
- Buy Stationery - You will need to send thank-you notes out to all the lovely people that send you gifts for your engagement or attend the engagement party. Purchase simple stationery that includes you and your fiances' first names. (See my post on tips for stationery here and here.)
If you have any advice for the newly engaged, tell 'em! Post on our Facebook wall, Tweet us or comment below.
Wishing you all glamorous planning,
xoxo
-Lindsey (Nina's Newlywed)
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