how to go from “what do I do?” to “I do!”

step 1: Set a budget

Canstar says that the average Australian wedding is $36k. Your budget will vary based on what you want your day to look like.

Under $20k - backyard or simple DIY wedding

Approx. $36k - Mid-range venue with a mix of vendors and DIY

$60k plus - either means lots of guests or you have a budget to do whatever you want.

Easy Weddings have a fabulous budget tool to help you work out what this looks like.

STep 2: Set a “date”

While these things do happen, it’s unlikely that an exact date you pick will be available at your favourite venue. Unless that date means something to you and is your priority, it’s much easier to start with the time of year.

Wedding season in Australia is around October - March. If you’re looking to save money, consider booking in the off season to save on costs. Venues and vendors will often have reduced rates or discounts during this time.

Step 3: set your vibe

Think about what you want the tone of your wedding to be. Sit down with your partner and talk about what their vision of the day is and decide together. This will help narrow down the kinds of venues and vendors you want.

Also, as a bonus, set an intention for what you would want to remember about your wedding day so you know what to focus on. Is it the decor, the entertainment, your clothes, the food or the venue?

Step 4: get inspired

The SECOND you get engaged it feels like the algorithms already know and blast you with wedding content. Try to ignore it until you have done the first 3 steps.

Instagram and Pinterest are fabulous places to get inspiration from! Make sure you save the things that inspire you. Also, do some research on vendors and follow them early on socials so you know if you’re keen to book them down the line.

step 5: breathe

This really is a marathon not a sprint. There’s a lot of pressure from family, friends, social media and society to have the most perfect day and to make everything amazing. At the end of the day, you get to marry your person, so make sure you take time to make this time the best it can be.

Summary:

“Engaged” is the shortest label your relationship will have, so enjoy it! Take time out to have a date night and make sure you keep each other in the loop of your thoughts and feelings. After all, you’re going through this journey together.

you’ve got this!!

But if you feel like you haven’t shoot me an email and I’d love to chat!