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There's a fine line between getting everything you want on your wedding day, and also making sure you have enough for them bills, cause yeah, they don't stop or don't get if you're tryna have a life :D  It's good to have peace of mind you still have a little extra saved up in case some unexpected venue fees are coming your way. There are ways you can make your dream wedding happen, but it requires lots of understanding, flexibility, and an open mind from both parties. (Unless you take that second job, just saying!) I wouldn't call it settling either, but more prioritizing, and being a logical person. Being humble about it is key, and if you have friends you can talk to and ask for a favor, it would help you save lots of money!  Ask your friends for help! (If you know a friend who is a photographer, a pastor, etc, go for it! Unless you have the extra money to go for a fancier vendor. Flowers as centerpieces are unnecessary! (And pricey) Go fo...

There are definitely lots of checklists you have to go through when you're engaged, and the last thing you want after the honeymoon is to get into another checklist; however, I promise you this list first of all is WAY smaller than any of the crazy ones you had prior to the wedding, and second, your future self will thank you for taking these into consideration, especially things that you kind of have to get done ASAP such as changing your name and updating it everywhere!  Preserve bouquet/dress: You might not be thinking long-term now, yet think about the fact you might want to do a vow renewal in 10 years, pass down your dress to your next generation, or simply keep it for memories! I personally preserved my gown for all the above. I only kept a few pieces of my bouquet for memories, but there are people who do keep their whole bouquets and frame them. Return rentals: You definitely want to take care of this ASAP! Most preferably before you leave for your honeymoon. Ren...

Girl! First of all, congratulations!! This is such a fun stage in a couple's life. There are lots of mixed emotions and a million things going on in your head. Before you start getting super overwhelmed and anxious, let's check out some things that will help you focus and go back to basics. 1. Enjoy your engagement!  I've seen so many people rushing into things, and at the end of the day this isn't beneficial for anyone. Enjoy this beautiful time of calling your person "fiance," hanging out, and getting to know each other deeply. The big things will get done eventually, one step at a time. 2. Go on venue tours Some venues are so popular that they get booked out a year in advance. This should definitely be your next step after a couple of months of being engaged. When it comes to the venue, and of course the budget, make sure you pick something not only that you like, but also one that offers great vendors, options, deals, and packages! 3. Sched...