“We Just Got Engaged, Now What?” - 7 things to do after your engagement!
So you just got engaged and you’re wondering “We just got engaged, now what?!” Well, of course, there are a lot of things to do and to think about once you get engaged. That’s why we’ve created these top 7 things to do after you get engaged. The first step is probably the most important, so let’s get started!
ADVENTURE ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHER & VIDEOGRAPHER | CHUCK AND SHILOH
1- CELEBRAte and Enjoy this new season of life!
UM, you just got freaking engaged! The first step is to celebrate! This is such an exciting part of your life, and such a big step in any relationship. That means you should totally be celebrating and enjoying the moment with your new fiance! Whether that’s going out for a dinner, throwing a fun engagement party, or just chilling on the couch and binging your fav Netflix shows with your love. Whatever celebration looks like to you, that’s where you need to start!
2- Pick your style of wedding: elopement, intimate wedding, destination wedding, etc
Now it’s time to think about what kind of wedding you want to have! Want an adventurous or intimate elopement? Imagine eloping in Joshua Tree or even hiking in Yosemite National Park! Or maybe you want a small intimate wedding, you could even do this in your backyard with only your closest friends and family! Or maybe you’ve been dreaming of getting married in Hawaii and want a beachy destination wedding. The wedding style you choose should reflect what you and your partner want, and what you want the vibe to be like!
3- Hire Your Vendors! Like a Photo + Film Duo - AKA US ;) | WE JUST GOT ENGAGED, now what?
Once you’ve decided on what style of wedding you want, it’s SO important to start hiring your vendors! ESPECIALLY if you have your heart set on a specific team of vendors! Wedding vendors tend to book up fast, so it’s vital that you secure your wedding or elopement date as soon as you know it! It’s never fun to have to turn a client away because their wedding date is no longer available, so if you love our work and want to book us for your destination wedding or elopement. inquire here ASAP!
5- Take your engagement photos! | WE JUST GOT ENGAGED, now what?
This one may be obvious, BUT BOOK YOUR ENGAGEMENT SESSION! If you’re planning a small intimate wedding, you may still want to use your engagement photos for your save-the-dates! And even if you don’t plan on having to save the dates, engagement photos are still so valuable because they will capture this special time in your life forever! Make sure both you and your fiance both feel comfortable with the photographer and the location! And most important, have FUN during your session and let your personality shine through your photos. No matter what kind of style or vibe you’re going for, your engagement session can be catered to whatever you’re both into! A romantic walk on the beach? An adventure in the dunes? Or maybe a stroll downtown and playing a game of basketball. The options are totally endless and completely up to you!
6. Enjoy the planning process! | WE JUST GOT ENGAGED, now what?
Sometimes planning a wedding or elopement can feel stressful, but try to enjoy it more than stress! As adventurous elopement photographers and videographers, we can tell you that your wedding and elopement will play out EXACTLY as it’s intended to, no matter how much you plan! And if you’re looking for a guide on how to plan an adventurous elopement, you can see that here! Deciding on your wedding theme, the style of the wedding, choosing your colors, and even picking out your wedding dress can be so much fun! And if you need suggestions on choosing the perfect elopement dress, you can check out our blog post on that here as well! At the end of the day, have fun with it, and make sure it’s completely YOU!
7 - Throw Yourself a Party ( if That’s What You’re INTO! )
Alright, so you made it to the last step in our 7 things to do after engagement! I hope that this has helped you and that you’re no longer asking “ We just got engaged, now what?!?” Once you finish these 7 steps, it’s time to plan a party, because you’ve made it through these 7 steps of what to do after engagement! Only if that’s what you’re into, of course. Yes, we love any excuse to throw ourselves a party! So, if you’re ready to book us for your adventurous engagement, adventurous elopement, or even your destination wedding, then inquire with us over on our contact form! We can’t wait to hear from you! In the meantime, follow us over on Instagram to see all of our latest adventures!
