15 Things to Buy Once You Get Engaged

From a ring box to keep your sparkler safe to an organizer that will help you keep everything straight, we have gathered a list of products you may want to purchase after saying "yes!" If you have some down time between finding a venue, hiring a wedding planner, and choosing your flowers, consider purchasing a dress for your bridal shower, a wedding-day emergency kit, or your honeymoon attire. Having these pieces on hand – with some ready to go before you actually need them – will help you stress less and keep you busy during the first few weeks of your engagement bliss!

Shop the 15 items below by clicking on each of the photos! These products also make for great gifts for your newly engaged friends.

1. Ring Box
You have a brand-new sparkling diamond engagement ring, and it's important to keep it safe when you must take it off. Purchase a ring tray, stand, or box that will ensure its safety and keep it on display.

2. Wedding Planner & Organizer
Whether or not you'll be hiring a wedding planner, it's important to stay organized! Be sure to buy a planner that will help you keep track of the guest list, your hopes and dreams for the special day, and so much more.

3. Massage with Your Fiancé(e)
Take some time to soak up your new engaged status and spend some time just the two of you! Go to a romantic dinner, get a massage, or spend a weekend away celebrating your soon-to-be marriage.

4. Bridal-Shower Dress
While the bridal shower won't occur until closer to your wedding day, it's okay to start looking for an outfit now! Many brides choose to wear white, but you can also wear your favorite color, "something blue," or a romantic print.

5. Wedding-Day Emergency Kit
It's never too early to start preparing for what could go wrong on your wedding day. A day-of emergency kit will help keep stress levels low knowing you have prepared for stains, pain, and more. 

6. Gift for Your Groom
Traditionally, the bride gives her groom a gift on the morning of the wedding and vise versa. Whether you choose to gift a watch, a homemade box of sentimental details from your relationship, or a new tie, it's something he'll never forget.

7. Gifts for the Bridal Party
Similarly, the bride can also give a gift to her bridesmaids on the morning of the wedding. Something unique to each woman or a set of presents that unites each of the gals will be appreciated and show your gratitude for their help throughout the process.

8. Rehearsal-Dinner Outfit
Many brides choose to also wear white for their rehearsal dinner, but the ensemble is usually a much more casual dress, pantsuit, or jumpsuit.

9. Getting-Ready Robe
You'll want the perfect getting-ready photos, and a beautiful robe that you love will be just what you need to make your pre-wedding imagery look absolutely stunning – and you can wear it long after the wedding day.

10. Day-Of Jewelry
Choosing the jewelry pieces you'll wear on your wedding day is almost as important as choosing your veil. From earrings, to necklaces, to bracelets, ask your bridal stylist what will look best with your overall ensemble.

11. Wedding-Day Accessories
While you won't be holding a purse throughout the entire day, it is important to have a clutch for your lipstick, oil-blotting pads, and other necessities. Your bridesmaids or wedding planner can hold on to this for you to ensure everything stays safe.

12. Something Blue
You've heard the saying – "something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue" – and now it's time to find those elements to include on your wedding day. There are many ways to feature "something blue," but jewelry is a favorite amongst many brides-to-be.

13. Wedding Shoes
While they won't likely show underneath your bridal gown, your wedding shoes will be one of the details photographed before the wedding begins! It's important to choose a comfortable style that's also beautifully bridal.

14. Wedding-Night Attire
From sexy lingerie to a sweet, sensual robe, your wedding-night attire is meant to make you feel absolutely stunning and celebrate your relationship as husband and wife.

15. Honeymoon Outfits
No matter where you're headed on your honeymoon, it's never too early to start planning your outfits. From swimsuits, to rompers for exploring, to dresses for fancy dinners, you'll want to have a wide array of options – with some bridal-white looks as well!

For more engagement advice and tips, shop 20 white dresses for pre-wedding events and appointments, discover the best manicure for your ring selfie, read a wedding planner's tips on what to do once you get engaged, start thinking about your first anniversary gift ideas, and learn what to decide in the first few days of wedding planning.