Engaged? Top 3 things to NEVER do when you get engaged

Let’s be honest - this is the best, most exciting, nerve-wracking and amazingly exhilarating time in your life. You can’t stop staring at that ring and watching it sparkle when it hits the light in just the perfect way. 

And, if you’re a normal person, you’re not sure where to start exactly. 

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Knowing what NOT to do is just as important as what to do. Here are the top things to avoid when you start your wedding planning journey from a wedding planner that’s been there and done that. 

1. DO NOT start off without a budget

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We know, we know. Budgets are not fun. We get it. But you don’t want to jump off the ledge without knowing how much room you’ve got in the rope. Knowing your budget before you get started will save you tons of stress as you move through planning. Starting here is paramount. Don’t skip this step. Period. 


2. DO NOT  feel obligated to do anything. And we mean anything. 

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For your wedding, nothing is off-limits and nothing is a must. There are no rules and things are not set in stone so feel free to be creative and do your own thing. 

I get the question almost every bridal meeting, “How do they normally do it?”. And, although, that’s not a horrible question, the question that you should ask instead is, “What makes our relationship unique?” and work from there. 

Add and incorporate  pieces that tell the story of your relationship at your wedding.  

Don’t feel like you have to follow any strict guidelines or play by any rules. This is your day - feel free to make it yours in every way. 

3. DO NOT start without a plan. 

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It’s so easy to get swept away in Pinterest boards and wedding blogs but putting together a plan to keep yourself on track will keep the stress away. EVERYONE wants an easy and efficient way to keep themself together and  www.thecuratedwedding.com is the answer. It’s the wedding membership site that gives you all the tools you’ll need along with freebies, downloadables and printouts. 

All in all staying cool and calm throughout the process is imperative so you give yourself the space to enjoy the process. 

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Congrats on the engagement and we can’t wait to see what your day holds for you. It will be exactly as it’s supposed to be so take the time to take it all in. 


As Always, Happy Planning. 

Visit our website: https://www.thecuratedwedding.com/

Sarah Del Castillo