Getting engaged is an exciting time in your life. It means you and your partner are making your next step together and starting your family. In all the excitement sometimes you can feel as though you’re not sure what to do next. We’ve put together our top tips to make sure you’re ready to start your new adventure!

Be Excited

The first thing you should do when you get engaged is be excited! It sounds silly, but some of us are afraid to shout about it in case it seems like we’re showing off. You should be unashamedly excited!

Tell EVERYONE

Being excited about your proposal leads us on to telling everyone. Assuming you’re happy, and you’ve said yes, share your good mood! One of the greatest things about getting engaged is feeling the love and happiness from your friends and family. Be sure to tell your closest family first, they might be upset if you don’t!

Take It All In

The next thing you need to do is relax! Even though your parent proposing to you is a whirlwind of excitement, take some time to unwind. Spend some time thinking about the future and making sure this is the right decision for you. You should also talk to your partner and share your plans for the future. Most of all, you and your partner should take some time out to celebrate as a couple.

Make Sure Your Ring Is Perfect

A gorgeous ring is part of the fun of becoming engaged! Engagement rings are sometimes even more exciting and sparkly than your wedding band, so enjoy it. Your other half may have worked hard choosing a ring, but they can’t always be right. Take the ring to a jeweller if it needs to be re-sized, the last thing you want is it to fall off. If you’re not happy with the choice of ring, don’t let it niggle at you. Be open and honest with your partner and let them know you appreciated the thought!

Plan A Party

Before you start designing your wedding and buying magazines, you should throw a party! No matter how big or small, get together with your friends and family and celebrate with them. An engagement is the perfect excuse for a party with your nearest and dearest. It also gives you a chance to show off your shiny new ring!

Start Thinking About Dates

Once the excitement has died down, you can begin thinking about dates for your wedding. If you’re not ready, don’t feel the need to rush. Being engaged can be just as fun as married life. Once you’ve set a date, you can start planning and pulling your dream wedding together. Whatever you do, don’t get stressed. Weddings are about having fun and sharing a special moment with the people you love. If you think there is going to be a lot of planning involved, hire a professional early on.

Don’t forget, the most important thing about getting engaged is your happiness. If you have any fantastic engagement stories, tell us in the comments.

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