It’s pretty typical for the whirlwind excitement of an engagement to be met with the all too common question – “Where do I start?” The process of planning your wedding will probably be one of the more stressful, yet most enjoyable experiences of your life. There’s no sugarcoating it – planning will not easy! But with the right tips and strategy, you can streamline your planning to make it a smooth process for all involved. So really, where do you start? How about here:

SET THE DATE. Let’s say you’ve been engaged for a month, a week, maybe even a DAY – what’s the first question everyone asks you and your fiance? Maybe “When’s the big day? Have you picked a day yet? When are you getting married?” Answering these questions over and over again is always easier when you have a date in mind! So what are you waiting for? Pick and day and set it in stone. Plus, the sooner you pick a day, the sooner you can start the fun process we like to call planning!