Below is a basic timeline guideline that will help you stay on track during all of your wedding planning.
SCHEDULE
6-9 Months Prior to Wedding Day
INITIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
-Deliver the wonderful wedding news to family and close friends
-Mail engagement announcements to friends and family
PLANNING
-Select a wedding planner (optional)
-Decide on a wedding date and time
-Set a realistic budget with some give
-Determine the size & formality of your wedding, select colors and/or theme
-Begin gathering names & addresses of potential guests
-Select and reserve a ceremony & reception site for the wedding day
-Finalize the guest list; it’s best to have fewer guests than an over-packed venue
SERVICES
-Hire a caterer (the venue may provide one in-house)
-Hire a professional photographer and videographer (optional, but highly recommended)
-Select a professional florist (optional)
– Reserve a band, DJ or create a playlist for your reception
ATTIRE
-Select a wedding gown and accessories
Our Picks:
-Necklace & Earring Set
4-5 Months Prior to Wedding Day
-Alter wedding attire sooner than later
-Select bridesmaid dresses
SERVICES
-Order the wedding cake (tasting recommended)
-Complete contracts for services reserved
-Order various wedding stationary
MISCELLANEOUS
-Hire an officiant and start writing vows
-Purchase the wedding rings
2-3 Months PRIOR TO Wedding
SERVICES
-Organize & confirm details with all of the wedding vendors you have hired
ATTIRE
-Have final fittings for you and your wedding party
MISCELLANEOUS
-Schedule & plan the ceremony rehearsal & rehearsal dinner
-Make aesthetic appointments for the wedding party
-Schedule transportation for the wedding day
-Purchase fashionable wedding accessories
1 Week -1 Month Prior to the Wedding
ATTIRE
-Pick up altered wedding dress; take it to the steamer
MISCELLANEOUS
-Legally change your last name (optional)
-Pick up correctly sized wedding rings
The Day of the Wedding
-Get plenty of rest the night before, and remember to eat
-Relax, enjoy, and cherish the moments while getting ready
-Allow your maid of honor to be your ‘right hand man’
After the Wedding
-Resolve final billing from various wedding vendors
-Send thank you notes (within 1 month)
-Clean & preserve gown
-Send thank you notes to those who helped with the wedding.