Congratulations on your engagement. You’re one step closer to spending your dream life with your beloved partner. 

This is truly a precious moment for you, and we completely understand that, right now, you must be experiencing a lot of emotions, from excitement to nervousness and more. 

You must also have a lot of things on your plate about what you want to do, who to call, and whatnot. 

However, to keep the journey from your engagement to your wedding smooth, we strongly recommend that you ignore your intrusive thoughts. If you don’t know what can be alarming and what is actually okay, we have got you covered.

Here are 11 things you must avoid after getting engaged:

1. Announcing Any Dates

It can be very tempting to announce your wedding date to the world, but you must hold off. We highly recommend you consult your loved ones before you finalize the wedding date. 

Moreover, if your family believes in the evil eye, you should really avoid announcing your wedding date without any consideration. 

Reason to Avoid:

Rushing this decision can lead to conflict with your family members and can even cause them to miss your wedding, as they may already have some plans. 

And don’t forget the envy and malice intent of the evil eye. For some, it is very real, and you want anything but negative energy towards you during your wedding. 

2. Posting on Social Media 

Of course, you want to share this exciting news with a “We’re Engaged” caption on Instagram or Facebook; however, make sure you call your loved ones before posting online. 

Reason to Avoid:

Nothing hurts more than finding out through social media that one of the most important people in your life is engaged instead of a phone call. Just imagine how your granny would feel if she got to know you got engaged a week later through Facebook.

3. Rushing to Wedding Planning

Well, they say the earlier you start, the better; however, we suggest you take a breather and enjoy the precious moment of engagement before jumping into organizing your dream wedding. 

Reason to Avoid:

Wedding planning should be joyful and exciting, and it should never feel like a chore. By rushing the planning, you and your partner both will get overwhelmed and take away the joy from wedding planning. 

4. Revealing Too Much

Once you officially reveal this wonderful news to the world, undoubtedly, your loved ones will have a ton of questions for you: When is the wedding? Where is the Wedding? Is there a dress code? Who’s invited to the bachelor party? However, avoid revealing too much information. 

Reason to Avoid:

Before you’ve made a wedding plan with your partner, avoid revealing too much, as plans can change with time. This will put unnecessary pressure on you. 

5. Going At It All Alone

More often than not, couples carry out the entire wedding planning independently, from selecting vendors to taking care of every minute detail. However, weddings can get overwhelming, and this is ideal time to rely on your loved ones to take care of little things. Because remember you cannot do everything on your own. 

Reason to Avoid:

Simply, burnout. There will be many things you need to take care of, which you simply cannot do on your own. 

6. Agreeing to Every Suggestion

Without a doubt, your loved ones want the best for you and will be sharing their best advice with you, as well as their guest list. Now, we want you to politely listen to each suggestion and advice; however, you need to remember that it is YOUR wedding. You get to make the final decision.

Reason to Avoid:

It can complicate the wedding planning, you might have a group of guests that do not want to be together (the classic, mom vs. dad side rivalry), or worse, get into argument with your partner. 

7. Wearing a Ring That Doesn’t Fit

Safety is and should always be your top priority. You might also be adjusting to the new ring, rotating it on your finger, and taking it on and off throughout the day. 

While this is natural, when you wear a ring that doesn’t fit, you will feel the need to do all of the mentioned actions over and over. So, it’s best to get it fixed to fit you better right away. 

Reason to Avoid:

Since you’re wearing a brand new shiny ring that you’re not used to, you might be attracting a lot of unwanted attention. Also, you can easily misplace your ring if it is too loose. 

Also, did you know that around USD 2,000+ million worth of jewelry gets stolen each year? Making it all the more reason to be extra cautious when you are going out, especially alone. 

8. Announcing Wedding Party

Now, you might be absolutely certain on the list of people you want as your wedding party; however, unless you are getting married tomorrow, avoid announcing your wedding party. 

Reason to Avoid:

To save any hurt feelings, it’s easier to make adjustments to your wedding party before announcing it. 

9. Publicizing Guest List

We understand that getting engaged will make you feel on top of the world, and you might just want to invite everyone you know to your wedding, but rethink it. Now, it’s totally up to you on who to invite or not, but only announce the guest list to your loved ones once you’ve thoughtfully compiled it. 

Reason to Avoid:

As you begin planning your wedding, you might add or cut some people off from the guest list. Similar to selecting the wedding party, save yourself from hurting anyone’s feeling by not announcing the guest list. 

10. Buying a Wedding Dress

Hands down, this has to be one of the most exciting yet nerve-wracking decisions a bride-to-be has to make. However, resist the urgency of buying a wedding dress right after your engagement. We recommend consulting with your mom for this and finalizing other decisions like venue and date first. 

Reason to Avoid:

Depending on the venue and theme, you might want to change to the wedding dress. Additionally, your mom might want you to wear her wedding gown. 

11. Signing Vendor Contract

While not avoiding the above-mentioned points will have you dealing with hurt sentiments and some financial loss, nothing will hurt your bank account like signing vendor contracts early on. 

Of course, you can plan out who to hire; however, don’t sign any contacts unless you are absolutely certain. 

Reason to Avoid:

Most vendors usually have a “No Refund Policy,” meaning you can suffer a significant financial loss even if you delay your wedding by one day. In fact, it is predicted that the wedding market will grow to a USD 327+ billion market. 

Wrapping It Up

The post-engagement period is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful and exciting times in anyone’s life; however, avoiding certain things will help you streamline your wedding. 

Also, don’t just become a “bridezilla” and try to control everything with stress and hyperactivity. 

We wish you all the best for your wedding and a happy married life ahead! 

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. How soon should I start planning my wedding after getting engaged?
Ans. AIt’s best to take some time to enjoy your engagement before diving into wedding planning. Once you and your partner have discussed your overall vision and budget, you can start planning, but there’s no rush!

Q. Should I announce my engagement on social media right away?
Ans. It’s a good idea to inform close family and friends in-person or with a call before posting on social media. This way, the people who matter most hear the news directly from you.

Q. How do I handle all the wedding suggestions from friends and family?
Ans. While friends and family mean well, it’s important to listen politely, and you should make the final decision by discussing it with your partner. You don’t have to agree to every suggestion because this is your wedding!

Q. Is it okay to start booking vendors right after getting engaged?
Ans. It’s better to wait until you have a solid plan in place before signing contracts with vendors. Ensure the vendors align with your expectations and vision for the day.

Q. Why is it important to get my engagement ring resized if it doesn’t fit perfectly?
Ans. A loose ring can easily slip off and get lost, while a tight ring can be uncomfortable. Getting your ring resized ensures it’s safe and comfortable to wear daily.

Q. How can I preserve my wedding dress after the big day?
Ans. Consider professional wedding dress preservation services, like Trusted Wedding Gown Preservation, to ensure your dress stays in perfect condition for years to come.