Congratulations; if you’re planning your wedding, you’ve obviously had a recent proposal which you must be so excited for! You’ve probably been thinking about planning this particular day for a while now, and might well have a clear idea in your mind about how it will all pan out. Most brides-to-be have been pinning things to a Pinterest board, even in advance of any proposal, so you’re not alone. However, sometimes it can be easy to forget that your future husband might want to be involved in the process too. Your beloved will obviously want you to be happy, so they can often feel that you’re best left to organize and prepare things, along with making any of the big decisions. Planning a wedding and all the details that go with it can be exciting, but also, exhausting. Therefore, it’s a smart idea to get the groom in on all the action.
You also want a day that reflects the both of you and to start married life as you mean to go on; as an equal partnership and an unstoppable team. There are all sorts of ways t get your fiance on board and ensure that he’s well and truly part of the wedding planning, and beyond. The following are some ideas, inspiration, and tips for future brides who want their wedding prep to be a joint effort.
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Accessories And Rings
Assuming that you’ll both be wearing wedding rings after the ceremony; why not ensure that they reflect both of your personalities and tastes. If your future hubby proposed with a “stud” ring; make sure that he’s part of the process regarding getting something just right. You can do your research together online and design your own engagement ring as a team. The same goes for your wedding bands; visit the jewellers and find wedding rings
together, and see how you can both get a beautiful piece to last a lifetime. You might want to treat each other to new accessories; perhaps a watch or new shoes can be bought as a surprise. Or, you could make buying these items another joint experience that you can enjoy, and make a little trip out of. Any excuse to catch up, go for a lovely lunch, and spend some time together to get excited for your big day, will be a positive experience to remember.
Save the Dates And Invites
When it’s time to send out those save the dates or wedding invites; you’ll want your guests to open the envelope and know whose wedding it is immediately from the design. Therefore, it’s vital that you visit the stationers together, or if you’re making them yourself; ensure that you both decide on the design before you print or craft anything. Whether it’s the words, images, colours, or all three that you use to put your character as a couple on paper; it’s a process you should both be a part of. You might think that it’s not going to be “his thing”; however, you might just be surprised at how much input he’ll want to have. Perhaps there’s something you both love to say to one another, or words you remember from the proposal; there are plenty of ways to make the process a joint affair, and involve the groom each step of the way.
The Setting And Venue
The venue where you say your vows should also be meaningful to the pair of you. Whether it holds sentimental value for you as a couple, or simply takes your breath away when you go together to visit it; you need to both feel special there and that the venue is perfect (as it can be). Make the most of visiting venues; much like joint shopping trips, they can become a special day and memory, even if you decide the place isn’t for you. Working out the location together, and envisioning your big day there, will further solidify your plans, and will certainly help to keep your husband-to-be in the loop. Many couples choose to do a destination wedding; therefore, you’ll need to consider a setting that suits you both. Weddings don’t have to be a constant compromise, they can be a way of making joint decisions, making it the perfect way to practise for marriage.
The more effort you put into your wedding as a couple, the more all the guests will see the influence both of you had, and you’ll begin your long and happy marriage with one another. Enjoy your big day!
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