You’ve created the perfect proposal and bought the perfect ring — now what? You may not have any idea what lies ahead. Here’s what to expect following your engagement.
Be prepared to tell the proposal story. Your fiancée will be the one telling the story most of the time, but occasionally, you’ll be asked to share. Help her perfect the story, so when you’re retelling the story to your Great Aunt Sue that you haven’t seen since you were 5 years old, you can give her all the details she wants to know.
Your bride-to-be is going to want a lot of pictures. Like, a lot of pictures. Don’t fight it.
She’s going to want to start planning ASAP. You knew this was coming, so don’t act surprised. It wouldn’t hurt to have a few opinions or ideas up your sleeve, just for good measure.
Your families (as well as you and your bride-to be) may not always get along seamlessly. Be prepared for any conflict and know how to react.
Yes, you will have to go with her to pick out a venue: It’s your wedding, too.
She probably won’t want to tell you (it can be a little awkward), so you’ll need to be knowledgeable of who pays for what in the wedding world.
Yes, you have to dress nice and act lovey-dovey for the engagement photos.
She will probably get stressed out and take it out on you. Be patient. When she seems on edge, take her on a date where you’re not allowed to talk about anything wedding-related.
If you haven’t already thought about it, you’ll have to choose your groomsmen. And buy them gifts.
Give her honest responses to any questions she asks, not just, “It’s whatever you want.” That will not lead to good things, we promise.
She will probablt ask you to help her address the invitations and write thank-you notes.
Yes, you have to go with her to help register for things you want. Plus, you get a laser gun. What’s not to love?
You will have to help her create a budget and help her stick to it.
Of course, there will be many subjects that surface after the proposal, but we wanted to give you a head start on what she will anticipate from you. By knowing this information, it can help the occasion (and every moment leading up to it) run smoothly. Planning the wedding is only the beginning of the rest of your lives — why not work together and enjoy it?
