Couples who choose to marry in three to six months after their engagement usually do so because they have a short guest list, which makes it easier to put together a wedding on short notice.

How long is too long before engagement?

According to recent data, most couples date for two or more years before getting engaged, with many dating anywhere from two to five years. Once the question is popped, the average length of engagement is between 12 and 18 months.

What is the right time to get engaged?

“Each couple is different depending on age and circumstances, but a reasonable amount of time to be engaged is one to three years,” she says. Each couple is different depending on age and circumstances, but a reasonable amount of time to be engaged is one to three years.