The Ultimate Wedding Planning Checklist: 40+ Essential Tasks for a Perfect Day. Planning a wedding involves numerous tasks to ensure the day goes smoothly. Here’s a comprehensive checklist to help you organize and manage the process:
12+ Months Before the Wedding
- Set a Budget: Determine how much you can afford and allocate funds accordingly.
- Create a Guest List: Estimate the number of guests to invite.
- Choose a Date and Venue: Select a wedding date and book your ceremony and reception venues.
- Hire a Wedding Planner: If desired, book a wedding planner to assist with the planning process.
- Select a Theme or Style: Decide on the overall aesthetic of your wedding.
- Book Key Vendors: Reserve your photographer, videographer, caterer, and officiant.
9-12 Months Before the Wedding
- Send Save-the-Dates: Inform your guests of the wedding date.
- Choose the Wedding Party: Select bridesmaids, groomsmen, and other key participants.
- Start Dress Shopping: Begin looking for your wedding dress and bridal party attire.
- Research and Book Additional Vendors: Look into florists, musicians/DJs, and transportation.
- Create a Wedding Website: Provide guests with information and updates.
6-9 Months Before the Wedding
- Order Invitations: Choose and order your wedding invitations.
- Plan the Honeymoon: Decide on a destination and make travel arrangements.
- Finalize Guest List: Confirm the number of guests and send invitations.
- Schedule Tastings: Taste and finalize the menu and cake selections.
- Arrange Accommodations: Reserve hotel blocks for out-of-town guests.
4-6 Months Before the Wedding
- Book Hair and Makeup Artists: Schedule trials and book stylists for the day.
- Order Wedding Rings: Purchase your wedding bands.
- Plan Ceremony and Reception: Finalize the order of events and write vows.
- Purchase Décor and Favors: Buy items for the ceremony and reception décor.
- Create a Registry: Set up and share your gift registry.
2-3 Months Before the Wedding
- Send Invitations: Mail out your wedding invitations.
- Schedule Final Fittings: Arrange fittings for your dress and bridal party attire.
- Confirm Vendor Details: Finalize details with all vendors.
- Create a Day-of Timeline: Plan a schedule for the wedding day.
- Plan the Rehearsal Dinner: Book a venue and send invitations for the rehearsal dinner.
1 Month Before the Wedding
- Obtain Marriage License: Apply for and receive your marriage license.
- Confirm RSVPs: Follow up with guests who haven’t responded.
- Finalize Seating Chart: Arrange seating for the reception.
- Write Thank-You Notes: Start writing thank-you notes for gifts received early.
- Prepare Payments and Tips: Organize payments and tips for vendors.
1-2 Weeks Before the Wedding
- Confirm Details with Vendors: Double-check all arrangements.
- Pack for the Honeymoon: Ensure you have everything you need.
- Prepare an Emergency Kit: Include items like safety pins, stain remover, and first aid.
- Practice the Ceremony: Hold a rehearsal with the wedding party.
- Delegate Tasks: Assign responsibilities to family and friends for the day.
Wedding Week
- Finalize Guest Count: Provide the final headcount to the caterer.
- Get Beauty Treatments: Schedule any last-minute beauty appointments.
- Organize Attire: Ensure all wedding attire is clean and ready.
- Relax and Enjoy: Take time to relax and enjoy the moments leading up to your big day.
Wedding Day
- Follow the Timeline: Stick to your day-of schedule.
- Have Fun: Enjoy the day and celebrate with your loved ones.
By following this checklist, you’ll be well-prepared for your wedding day!
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Start building the Wedding Registry of your Dreams
Watch the Youtube short below for some ideas: for your convenience I have added the products and corresponding links in the Shop #SoCool Suki’s Finds – Wedding Registry.
Related Products
The to-do list of things when planning a wedding is long, to say the least. Here are some links that will help you get organized and ready for some of them.
Create your own Wedding Planner
To help you keep focused an organized. Simply add your favorite photo and if you want personalize it with your names and wedding date.
Customize your Save The Date
Choose your style and select your favorite design, to o create a uniquely yours Save the the Date card in just a few clicks. Add your names, wedding date and location.
Design your own Wedding Invitation
and be have them ready for when it is time to send them. Allow plenty of time for printing, and shipping time
