Should You Plan a Surprise Wedding?
If you have been with your partner for a long time, and you have both agreed that a wedding is on the cards, then why not plan a surprise wedding?
There are many pros and cons to planning a surprise wedding. On the one hand, it is a beautiful grand gesture for those who love acts of service. However, for some, it may take away part of the fun of planning their dream wedding.
To help you decide whether to plan a surprise wedding, here are some top things to consider.
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Make sure you both want to get married
The first and most important thing to consider with a surprise wedding is that you both want to get married in the first place. You will have to be sure before you plan a surprise wedding, or else there is a high chance of failure. This might be because it overwhelms your partner, or because they are not on the same page as you.
You can still propose and plan a surprise wedding. Look at beautiful engagement rings and a romantic proposal first. This will ensure you both want the same things. You can then have further discussions on what a wedding might look like and what you both want from a wedding day. This will help you to better understand if it is a good idea.
Know your partner
You must know your partner inside out before considering a wedding surprise. While you might think the grand gesture is a romantic idea, it might not go down well if your partner does not like surprises. Make sure you know if your partner would be happy and appreciate your gesture. Not just a little bit – they will have to be very happy with your decision, as a wedding is not a small thing to do or to plan. Communication is key.
Make sure you consider your partner’s wedding dreams
Many people who want to get married, will have an idea of what they want their wedding to look like. You must know what your partner’s dream wedding looks like. The last thing you want to do is plan and pay for a surprise wedding, but your partner is upset because it is not what they envisioned. This is where you should consider whether they would like to be a part of the planning process or not. Also, you want to be sure you fully understand what your partner’s dream wedding looks like.
An alternative surprise
If you are unsure of whether a surprise wedding is the right thing to do, why not consider what other surprises or gestures you can plan? A surprise wedding is a great idea but it comes at a cost and will be very risky, so you have to be sure. Consider what alternatives you could do. A grand proposal or a destination honeymoon are great things to consider instead to make your partner happy and give them a nice surprise.
A surprise wedding is a really nice idea, but you want to make sure you are certain before you plan it.
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