How much time should be there between the engagement and marriage?

[Anonymous]

The maximum amount of time?

[RavVid]

There is the time it takes to do the planning of a extraordinary expensive dinner for far too many people.

But I think the No1 criteria is it should be long enough for the couple to think better of it. Maybe about 12 months as a rough guide.

Lets be honest there is a honeymoon period when a guy and girl first meet. Lots of rewarding sex in bonding. Then there is a second honeymoon period when they decide to marry. I wouldn't be surprised if this a doomed to fail attempt, to recover the first honeymoon period for most couples.

The good thing about wedding planning is that it puts the couple under stress. If Bridezilla becomes too overbearing about her big day and groom is insistent on serving hot dogs to keep the costs manageable then perhaps it might not meant to be.

So an alternative view is that the period should be short enough to put the couple under severe stress. I'd like to say three months of stress testing but possibly booking venues might make six months necessary.

I'll go six months. Short enough to be stressful and long enough to let second thoughts to emerge.

[OlderAndWiser]

The minimum depends on whthr you are planning a weddng ceremony, church wedding, reception with dinner for guests, band for dancing, etc.

If you are planning a church wedding, reception, band, etc., you should allow yourself at least six months for planning, ordering invitations, delivering them at least six weeks in advance to out-of-town guests so they have time to plan for their travel, etc.

The maximum time depends on whether you are n a rush to start having children, have an elderly parent who may not be here for he wedding if you wait too long, etc. Up to a year is a reasonable time to wait. Beyond one year, I would begiin to wonder if one partner was reluctant and feeling overwhelmed about getting married.

[MaddyAsks]

Just the right amount of time to get everything that I have in my 3 binders and 4 notebooks perfectly arranged and aligned of course. Don't rush me!! I mean, got to find the perfect dress for starters. hehehe No seriously though there's no set amount of time, it's however long the 2 of us, I mean you, need to get everything arranged and setup with those that you want to participate and be present. Most of the time the venue is going to help set that date for you based on you must have this place and they only have these dates available. At least that is my experience having been a bridesmaid in 2 weddings.

[FifiJones]

Engagement ASAP with the right one (the one).

Then, well, at leasure. I'd say 'godspeed' or the right speed for her, but it really is the dynamics/chemistry and which way it goes.

It is great to have the attention of the one one loves, and it is great to bask in it and take it easy/leasurly as well.

That being said, even a week could be enough (I say it at age 44 and ready for babies 👶👱‍♀️👱💖)

[AviatorTom]

There should be enough time to properly plan the wedding. That can be a few months to a year or more. Based on what I've seen, around a year is common.

[misogynistic_pig]

The length between engagement and marriage can vary significantly depending on each couple's individual circumstances and preferences.

Some couples may feel ready to marry immediately after getting engaged, while others may prefer to wait several years before taking the next step.

It is important that the couple take the time to ensure that they are making an informed and well-considered decision.

Before committing to marriage, it is recommended that the couple have honest discussions about their future together, including topics such as finances, religion, children, career, and lifestyle.

Also, it is important that the couple have a clear understanding of the other person and their relationship before getting married.

Taking the time to get to know each other well and build a strong foundation of communication, trust, and commitment can help ensure a successful and long-lasting marriage.

Ultimately, the length between engagement and marriage should be determined by the couple based on their individual situation and needs.

There is no defined deadline that must be followed and the couple must make the decision that seems best to them.

[SaoirseS]

In a lot of cases these days it depends on when the baby is due lol.

[Asker]

True lol! 😂

[DizzyDesii]

Personally 6 months. No less than 3 months, no more than 1 year

[DizzyDesii]

Someone said they were engaged for 8 years. Lmao at that point y'all mfs was already married

[Asker]

There is this couple. They are going to wait for 2 years after engagement. It is clear to me that they are trying to stall the marriage, possibly not marry at all.
I think they just want to make their parents keep quiet for marriage as they are engaged now. They both want to work right now.

What do you think?

[DizzyDesii]

I prefer less than a year but I personally dont think 2 years is bad. 3+ is bad... im assuming they are stalling to save up for the wedding. Usually the ones who rush are already pregnant. Im not willing to shackup with someone so engagement is def 6 months or less for me

[Asker]

They are really rich, so I think that reason is not valid. But your pregnancy reason is quite valid.

Shackup means?

[DizzyDesii]

Shacking up (living together while unmarried)

[Asker]

Ahh... Like live-in then. I thought it was a good idea. Why do you not prefer it then?

[Asker]

I mean, you get to see the opposite person for real. No first impression vibes and all.

[DizzyDesii]

I can see that during the short months of engagement.

[BCRanger10]

For my wife and me, it was less than six months between "will you" and "I do".

[LazerBean]

We did in about 3 months. I'd say up to around a year would have been max though

[Nikki1989]

You wait till you can do it right. Some people go to the courthouse, sign a few papers and bam, they are married. That is not a wedding.

[WanderingLoveWizard]

Anything longer than a year will cause most women to break off the engagement and fuck your brother

[Razp_Sorbet]

However much time you want. Could just stay engaged forever. Who cares?

[Jamie05rhs]

A minimum of 1 year. Probably a maximum of 4 years.

[KrakenAttackin]

No man should get married in this day in age.

[Sunssong]

Depends on the wedding you want.

[LoveBuggy]

1 year is enough.

[slatyb]

50 years