One Year Wedding Planning Guide
Congrats! You’re newly engaged and looking to see what’s next on your wedding planning checklist. There’s a lot of things to do and check off before you walk down the aisle and say, “I do.” Typically, weddings takes around a year to plan. I’ve made a one year wedding planning guide to help you plan accordingly and make your life a little easier.
11 - 12 Months Out
About a year before your wedding here are the most important things you should be getting done to keep your stress level low while you plan your special day:
Announce your engagement to your family & friends!
Set a date for your wedding
Set a Budget
Research Wedding Venues
Think about booking a wedding planner (but not neccessary)
Pick a wedding theme
Pick your Wedding Party
Draft a guest list
Book an Officiant
9 - 10 Months Out
This time is essential for vendors! Below are some tips to keep you organized with planning vendors and planning in general!
Book a Photographer
Book a Videographer
Book a Wedding Planner
Book a Caterer
Book a Dessert Supplier
Book Rental Supplier or Event Stylist
Book a Florist
Have Engagement Photos Taken (Perfect for Save the Dates)
Start Wedding Dress Shopping
Build your Gift Registry
Finalize your Guest List
Send your Save-the-Dates
7 - 8 Months Out
Begin Shopping for Bridesmaids Dresses
Research Dessert Vendors & Do Tastings
Planning a Honeymoon? Do some Research!
Begin Creating a Song List for your Ceremony & Reception
Book A DJ or Reception Entertainment
Reserve a Hotel for Guests
5 - 6 Months Out
You’re halfway there! Woo-hoo!!
Groom & Groomsmen should get fitted for Suits or Tuxedos
Select Attire for Flower Girls or Ring Bearers
Shop for Wedding Rings
Select Transportation for Wedding Day
Reserve Rental Equipment
Book a Hair & Makeup Stylist
Order Wedding Invitations
Finalize Honeymoon Plans
3 - 4 Months Out
Send out Wedding Invitations
Meet with your Officiant
Attend Pre-Marital Counseling
Select a Wedding Cake
Research Rehearsal Dinner Venues
Schedule a Tasting with Caterer
Order Wedding Favors & Centerpieces
Order Ceremony Details and Reception Details
Order a Guest Book
Pick your dates for a Bridal Shower and Bachelorette Party
2 Months Out
Write your Wedding Vows
Obtain a Marriage License
Order Wedding Programs
Book a Rehearsal Dinner Venue
Schedule a Hair & Makeup Trial
1 Month Out
We’re Almost There!
Finalize Menu with Caterer
Order Alcoholic Beverages
Send Rehearsal Invites
Create a Seating Plan
Schedule Time off Work after your Wedding
Have your Final Dress Fitting
Confirm your Final Headcount with the Venue & Caterer
Send your Caterer with the Final Seating Plan
Review Music Selection with DJ
1 Week Out
Have Ceremony Rehearsal
Have Rehearsal Dinner
Send Wedding Day Timeline to Wedding Party
1 Day Out
Remember to BREATHE!!
Organize your Wedding Gown & Accessories
Get a Manicure & Pedicure with Bridesmaids
Pack an Emergency Kit for an mishaps throughout the day
Finally, Get EXCITED
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