wedding planning

Pre-Wedding Planning

Determine budget

Create guest list

Choose wedding date and time

Book wedding venue

Research and hire wedding planner (if desired)

Select wedding theme and color scheme

Start gathering wedding inspiration (Pinterest, magazines, etc.)

Begin researching vendors (caterer, photographer, florist, etc.)

Create a wedding website or wedding email address for communication

12-9 Months Before the Wedding

Choose and book officiant

Select and order wedding gown and accessories

Book caterer for reception

Book photographer and videographer

Book ceremony and reception musicians/DJ

Start researching and booking accommodations for out-of-town guests

Start planning honeymoon

Begin creating a wedding registry

Start thinking about bridesmaids' dresses and groomsmen attire

Research and book florist

Begin planning transportation for wedding day

Meet with wedding planner to discuss progress and updates

6-9 Months Before the Wedding

Finalize guest list

Send save-the-date cards

Start booking wedding day transportation

Start planning rehearsal dinner

Begin arranging for any necessary permits or licenses

Start planning pre-wedding events (bridal shower, bachelor/bachelorette parties)

Start researching and booking honeymoon accommodations and flights

Schedule engagement photo shoot

Order bridesmaids' dresses and groomsmen attire

Book hair and makeup artist for the wedding day

Begin researching wedding stationery (invitations, programs, menus, etc.)

Start thinking about wedding favors

3-6 Months Before the Wedding

Send wedding invitations

Start planning ceremony and reception details (seating chart, floor plan, etc.)

Schedule dress fittings and alterations

Meet with officiant to discuss ceremony details

Order wedding cake or desserts

Finalize menu with caterer

Finalize floral arrangements with the florist

Book any necessary rentals (chairs, tables, linens, etc.)

Purchase wedding rings

Plan and book any pre-wedding beauty treatments (facial, spa, etc.)

Arrange for wedding day transportation for the bridal party

Finalize honeymoon plans and make necessary bookings

2 Months Before the Wedding

Follow up with guests who have not RSVP'd

Attend final dress fitting

Finalize and print wedding stationery (invitations, programs, menus, etc.)

Finalize ceremony details with officiant

Create a day-of wedding timeline

Confirm all vendor bookings and details

Start writing vows (if desired)

Purchase wedding day accessories (veil, shoes, jewelry, etc.)

Plan and purchase wedding party gifts

Arrange for marriage license

1 Month Before the Wedding

Send rehearsal dinner invitations

Finalize seating chart and floor plan

Confirm final headcount with caterer

Provide final song selections to ceremony and reception musicians/DJ

Confirm wedding day transportation arrangements

Schedule final beauty treatments (haircut, color, etc.)

Finalize wedding vows

Have final meeting with wedding planner or coordinator

Create a packing list for the wedding day and honeymoon

1 Week Before the Wedding

Confirm final details with all vendors

Pack for the wedding day and honeymoon

Confirm arrival times and duties with wedding party members

Pick up wedding attire and accessories

Break in wedding day shoes

Prepare tip envelopes for vendors

Attend wedding rehearsal

Provide final payments to vendors (if necessary)

Assign someone to handle gifts and cards on the wedding day

Wedding Day

Relax and enjoy your special day!