Planning a wedding can seem like climbing Mount Everest with all the to-dos and decisions that have to be made. If you’re anything like me, I like to break my tasks into smaller more doable items. I love feeling accomplished when I get to check something off my list. Here is a twelve […]

Twelve Month Wedding Planning Checklist

Weddings

Planning a wedding can seem like climbing Mount Everest with all the to-dos and decisions that have to be made.

If you’re anything like me, I like to break my tasks into smaller more doable items. I love feeling accomplished when I get to check something off my list.

Here is a twelve month wedding planning checklist to get your preparations on the easy track!

12 Months:

Set a date.
Select your color palette and wedding style.
Set a budget.
Create your guest list
Hire a wedding planner.
Select your bridesmaids and groomsmen.
Book your ceremony and reception venues.
Hire your officiant.

9+ Months:

Book your photographer.
Take your engagement photos.
Book your caterer.
Book your florist.
Send out your save the date cards. Many couples use photos taken from their engagement session to design these.

6+ Months:

Find and buy your wedding dress.
Pick your bridesmaids dresses.
Find and book a wedding cake baker.
Book your ceremony and reception entertainment. Orchestra, Violinist, DJ, or band.
Create a bridal registry.

4+ Months:

Hire a calligrapher.
Order your wedding invitations.
Book your honeymoon.
If buying formal wear, do this now. Otherwise, rent it seven days from the wedding date.
Reserve any rental equipment for use to decorate the ceremony and reception sites.

3 Months: