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But as of late, that theorem has gone all out of whack.

Why Couples Are Beginning Wedding Planning Before Getting Engaged

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Those in the industry have absolutely noticed an uptick.

Many are seeing an influx of inquiries and even bookings with pre-engaged duos.

Another photographer told me how she was shocked by the amount of couples booking for years down the line.

I can see why more couples feel the pressure to get started sooner than later.

Then, the actual moment of engagement will be a surprise.

Yet Zolas study reported that the percentage of couples who have already made that commitment doubled since 2024.

Last week, she dropped her engagement post on Instagram.