SAY YES!
Show off that Ring Girl!
12+ Months
Create a budget
Determine who will be paying for what
Chose your three must haves
Divide the Budget: venue, photography, DJ, ect
Buffer in Unexpected costs
Find your Vision
Your must haves are 3 things that you cannot have your wedding day without. These are things that may need a bigger chunk of the budget.
Choose these with your partner!
Choose the Vibe: elegant, rustic, modern, whimsical, eclectic, ect.
Find inspiration: create a Pintrest board or a Vision board
Start putting together a color palette
Choose a Venue
Tour Multiple Venues if possible
Select the venue that fits your style, guest count, and budget.
Lock in a Date
your venues availability may help you choose
Start Building your Dream Team
Research photographers, videographers, DJs, Bands, Wedding Planner, decorator, Officiant ect.
12-9 Months
Before the Wedding: Before the Wedding:
Choose your wedding party
Plan everyones roles
Ask your friends and family to be apart of your big day
Shop for attire
Find your dress make it an experience!
Find suits and or tuxes
Find bridesmaid dresses
Finalize Guest List
Send save the dates so everyone can plan ahead
Create room blocks if needed
Plan Catering and Dessert
If your venue does not have catering you will have to find one
Schedule tastings with baker and caterer if possible
Consider menu options- share dietary needs of all guests
9-6
Months Before the Wedding:
Decor and Details
If you’re diying anything get to it
Decide how you’re doing florals
Book florist is needed- discuss bouquets, centerpieces, all other florals
Hair & Makeup
Find Hair & Makeup Artists
Schedule Trial session to finalize your look
Entertainment
Plan Ceremony and Reception music
If you have not already book your DJ or Band
Book extras if needed: photo booth, ceremony musician, ect,
6-4 Months Before the Wedding:
Final Invitations
Send out formal invitations with RSVP details
Be sure to include room block information
Timeline & Logistics
Work with your planner, venue, & photographer to create a wedding day timeline
Confirm schedules with all creative partners
Create a week of timeline for wedding party
Fittings & Styling
Schedule dress fittings and ensure all alterations are completed.
Finalize accessories, shoes, and undergarments for you and the groom.
Bonus Tips:
Stay Organized: use a binder or wedding planner app to keep track of contracts, receipts, and meeting notes.
Delegate: If possible assign tasks to trusted friends and family to help ease the load of planning.
Enjoy the journey: find fun ways to enjoy this special season with your partner. Ex: Have a Monthly Date night on your wedding date. On this dote you can’t talk anything wedding!
4-1 Months Before the Wedding:
Confirm all details
Check in with all vendors
Confirm bookings, timelines, and special requests
Provide the final head count to venue and caterer
Mariage License
Check all requirements before as things can vary
Be sure to put all important documents in a safe place where they won’t get damaged or lost
Guest Experience
These are optional not required
Seating Charts and Place Cards
Welcome/Thank You gifts for Bridal Party
Wedding Favors
Dance Props
Enjoy your Day
Morning
Pack and Prepare
1-2 Weeks Before the Wedding:
Make Emergency Kits
Get everything together you’ll need! dress, accessories, getting ready clothes, everything.
Self Care
Relax and get pampered- nails, facial, massage, movie night, ect. Get lots of rest and stay hydrated!
Wedding Day!!!
Have a good breakfast and hydrate
Have someone help keep everyone on Schedule but stay flexible to avoid unneeded stress
Have easy snacks on hand that are light and mess free to munch on Ceremony & Reception
Trust your vendors and planner to handle the details
Speak up if it matters to you
Focus on enjoying your day with your partner, friends, & family Dance the night away!!!