Nina Dobrev Reveals Why She and Shaun White Are Taking Their Time with Wedding Plans

In a world where celebrity engagements are often followed by a whirlwind of wedding planning and Pinterest boards, Nina Dobrev and Shaun White are taking a refreshingly chill approach. Nearly six months after their engagement, the *Vampire Diaries* star has revealed that their busy schedules and a desire to savor the fiancé phase have put wedding planning on the back burner. “I was in Australia shooting a movie, then there was Christmas and New Year’s,” Dobrev explained in an exclusive interview with E! News. “We’re just enjoying being engaged at this point.”

Dobrev, who has been with White since 2019, emphasized the fleeting nature of the engagement period. “You have a boyfriend for half of your life and then a husband for half of your life, but the fiancé period is very short,” she mused. “I really want to enjoy it and not rush that process.” And who can blame her? After all, saying “fiancé” does have a certain ring to it—pun absolutely intended.

But when the time does come to plan their big day, Dobrev has one clear priority: sustainability. “My number one goal is to find out how to make it as low-impact as possible,” she shared. The actress, who is partnering with SC Johnson for World Recycling Day, is passionate about reducing her carbon footprint and believes individual choices can make a significant environmental impact. “Absolutely every single person counts and matters,” she argued. “It makes a big difference.”

Dobrev admitted she wasn’t one of those girls who grew up dreaming about her wedding day, so she’s prepared to do some serious research to ensure their ceremony is as eco-friendly as possible. “I’d have to find out the areas of improvement,” she said, proving that even wedding planning can be a learning experience.

The couple’s relationship has been a steady journey since they first sparked romance rumors in 2020 after spending quarantine together. From Dirty Dancing-style snow tumbles to Instagram-official haircuts, their love story has been equal parts adorable and relatable. And while fans may be eagerly awaiting wedding details, it’s clear that Dobrev and White are in no rush to trade in their fiancé titles just yet.

So, while the world waits for their sustainable nuptials, let’s all take a moment to appreciate the art of savoring the moment—because, as Dobrev reminds us, some phases are worth lingering in.

Sources: Celebrity Storm and E! Online

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