Is a Short Engagement Right for You?

Pros:

- You get married sooner! This is obvious, but the shorter your engagement, the quicker you get to enjoy married life. For couples who dated a long time before getting engaged, this can be a nice way to make up for lost time.

- Less risk of burn out. Many people share that during the stress of planning, they found themselves daydreaming about an elopement instead. When you’re spending over a year coordinating details for a big event, it’s easy to eventually become sick of it. When it’s only eight months or less, however? You’ll still be excited when the big day arrives! 

- It forces quick decisions. Being overwhelmed by choices is a common phenomenon. When you have a strict deadline, you can’t dwell on options and keep researching after finding a vendor you already know will work. Make your choice, don’t look back, and find that you’re less stressed than other engaged couples!

Cons:

- It rushes the engagement phase. Some sweethearts don’t feel much of a difference when they transition from dating to engaged, but for others it’s a whole new way to experience their relationship. If you want to relish this period, several months might not cut it!

- Less time to plan. If you both have busy lives, it can be tough to fit in the necessary research and vendor appointments in a short time frame, even with the help of a professional wedding planner. 

- Fewer options. Your top choices for vendors might already be booked – some of the most in-demand options for venues, photographers, and florists can be booked up in as much as two years in advance!

For more advice,find out why some couples choose an adults-only wedding, learn how to plan a long-distance wedding, and view inspiring real weddings.