Woohoo! You’re engaged! First off, let me just say: YASSSS! This is a massive moment in your life, and you deserve to soak it all in. But once the champagne’s been popped, you might find yourself wondering, “Okay, now what?” Don’t worry—planning your wedding doesn’t have to be a stress-fest. Here are 5 easy, fun things to do to get started on the right foot.

1. Soak Up the Moment

Seriously, stop what you’re doing and just ENJOY this. Don’t rush to post the ring pic on Insta (okay, fine, maybe just one). Take a moment with your fiancé to really feel the love. Tell your closest peeps first and let the excitement ripple out. You don’t have to dive into planning right away—this is your chance to bask in the “OMG, we’re ENGAGED!” glow. Milk it for all it’s worth!

2. Get a Joint Email Address

Wedding planning = a flood of emails from venues, vendors, and a bunch of other people trying to sell you stuff. Save yourself the chaos and set up a joint email address for all wedding-related things. Something like “YourNamesWeddingDate@gmail.com” works great (bonus points if it’s cute). It keeps everything organised and makes you look like the ultimate adulting couple. Plus, when this is all over, you’ll have an inbox full of memories to look back on.

3. Figure Out Who’s Coming to the Party

Time to chat about your guest list. Are you thinking big blowout bash or a chill hang with just your ride-or-die crew? Sit down with your partner, maybe over wine (or pizza, we’re not judging), and start jotting down names. Remember, your guest count is gonna affect your budget, venue, and pretty much everything else. Pro tip: Don’t stress about finalising this right now—a ballpark number is good enough to get the ball rolling.

4. Talk Money, Honey

Okay, this one’s not as sexy, but it’s super important. Before you start booking stuff, have a real talk about your budget. What’s the vibe you’re going for? Do you want to go all out on killer food, or are you more about epic flowers and decor? Figure out what’s important to you and what you can realistically spend. This is YOUR party, so spend where it matters and skip the stuff that doesn’t feel like you. (Goodbye, boring chair covers!) 

5. Find Your Dream Team

Now for the fun part—stalking venues and vendors who totally get your vibe. Are you into boho chic, edgy city cool, or backyard fiesta vibes? Start hunting for places and people who match your style. Hit up Pinterest, Instagram, and wedding blogs, but also trust your gut. Meet with potential vendors, ask all the questions, and make sure you vibe with them. This is YOUR day, and your squad should be just as fun as you are!

FINAL WORDS OF WISDOM

Look, wedding planning doesn’t have to be boring or stressful. Keep it light, make it fun, and don’t feel like you have to follow all the so-called “rules.” This is your time to celebrate your love in a way that feels true to YOU. And remember, you’ve got this—now go out there and plan the most epic day of your life!