How soon is too soon?

So I was engaged in November of last year and I already have nearly everything booked, I have my dress, all that’s left are small details. And EVERYONE asked us why we planned and booked so early. I’ll tell you why: reason 1 was so we could space out our payments so we weren’t completely overwhelmed and unable to pay something. We know how much we need and we have a while to get it because we have already done the deposits necessary to hold everyone. Reason 2 was because I wanted who I wanted and I knew competition would be higher the longer we waited. I am friends with a DJ and I happened to be on Venmo and saw that he accepted payment for someone the day after our wedding, so I knew I made the right decision because people were already booking. And I’m so happy I have everything set and done because this coronavirus has really thrown a lot off and people who were supposed to get married this year are going to need new dates, which will certainly fall into next year, which is going to make things even harder for you to get what you want. You’re doing the right thing by starting early, trust me!!

I don’t think that’s too soon. I also think sometimes people don’t have a gage on when the right time to book is anyway. So they may not be aware that some vendors can and should be done sooner than later

So i got engaged this January and my FH said to me the same thing a couple of times we are getting married August 2021 as well. But i think the timing is just right to start planning stuff a lot of venues we have reached out too are already booking for 2021 weddings. We got our wedding bands so far and he got his suit and we were about to book our venue when all this started happening.

I don't think you are planning too early. We Booked our venue (nearly all inclusive) in March 2019 for October 2020. Shortly after the venue, we put a retainer down for Hair & Make-up, reserved Hotel Blocks and put a deposit down with a florist. All the other 'major' vendors are included such as DJ, photographer, officiant, bar, catering and, bakery. It has really given us the opportunity to make payments, decide on what we want, and start buying things so all the expenses don't hit us at once since we are paying for everything ourselves. Some areas and date book quickly, many months or a year (or more!) in advance! Good luck, I think you are on the right track.

Never too soon to start! My fiancé said the same thing (2 year engagement) lol but I planned way ahead and now I am not stressed at all as the date approaches. You should discuss how involved you both want to be in planning because my FH gave me full reigns so I don’t have to discuss every little detail with him. He is still very involved and excited but I can’t expect him to want to help with my florals 😂

I agree with the previous posters it’s not to early to start planning. I’m getting married in June 2022 and I have my guest list done, my wedding colors, bridesmaids dresses figured out along with the groomsmen suits. I was about to make the venue final but everything started.

It's never too early to start planning. I would def enjoy the new "engaged life" but it's important to start planning ASAP. You can avoid being stressed out in the future by planning early. I got engaged in September 2019 and instantly started planning. I feel like you can save money and your sanity by getting started early. It's very overwhelming therefore starting early gives you the ability to take mental breaks for a couple days or weeks. Honestly, the future brides are more into planning anyways and the guys don't care too much. Plus it's our dream wedding, not theres. I would just plan what you want and not even ask for his opinion lol. That's what I've started doing because my fiancé doesn't really care.

Good luck with the planning!

Never too early, especially with brides postponing. My FH was also unaware of how much planning went into a wedding, but once I explained to him how quickly things booked he was all in. I would try explaining the wide breadth of planning and how much you'll have to do. Good luck!

I started planning our wedding with about a year and a half out. We are a year out as we were going to have it this year in November but moved it to March 2021 last year. It is never to early to plan especially since venues and vendors are already booking for 2021

View Quoted Comment My fiance was the same way and still is. He doesn't want any extra costs but he doesn't realize everything that goes into a wedding and I've had to explain it to him. We are actually lucky enough to book with a company in our state that plans and designs our whole wedding for us including taking care of vendors but we still get a say of course. It was the best decision we ever made

Not too soon at all! We started planning over a year and half out and I’m glad we did-we ended up taking the last Saturday available in 2020 for our venue. It’s crazy how fast vendors book up!