Hello! Congratulations on your engagement! Planning a wedding can be a daunting task, but with eight months to plan, you have plenty of time to make your dream wedding a reality. As a wedding planner, I have helped many couples plan their weddings within a similar timeframe, so I can definitely say that it's possible to plan a wedding in eight months.

First things first, you'll want to prioritize the big ticket items such as your venue, caterer, and photographer. These vendors tend to book up quickly, so it's important to secure them as soon as possible. Once you have these main vendors booked, you can start thinking about the smaller details like decor and invitations. It's important to create a timeline and stay organized throughout the planning process to ensure that you stay on track and don't forget anything important.

When I was planning my own wedding, I had eight months to plan and it was the perfect amount of time for me. My husband and I knew we wanted an outdoor wedding and were able to find the perfect venue with the help of our wedding planner within the first few weeks of planning. We also secured our caterer and photographer early on, which gave us peace of mind.

One thing that really helped us was creating a shared Google document where we could both add ideas and keep track of everything we needed to do. We also made sure to take breaks and not let wedding planning consume our lives. Overall, planning a wedding in eight months is definitely doable with the right mindset, organization, and help from professionals if needed. Best of luck to you in your wedding planning journey!