Planning a wedding is tough and can often times become overwhelming. Below is a 12 month guide to help make planning your special day more enjoyable.
12 MONTHS
Announce engagement
“Heart-to-Heart” talk with your sweetheart
Arrange for your families to meet
Guest List Create a Google Account for the wedding
Planner or DIY?
Research ceremony & reception venues
Draft a Budget
Consider your date
Tour Venues – time to book!
Consider the kiddos
Make a Pinterest Board
Join SPRINGS brides & pros Facebook Group
11 MONTHS
Google Spreadsheet – Vendors & Payments
Bridal Shows
Open Houses & Bridal Garage Sales
Engagement Party
Bridal Party & Groomsmen
Flower Girl & Ringbearer
Choose a color scheme / theme
Book a Photographer
Engagement Photo Shoot
10 MONTHS
Book Videographer
Wedding Website
Catering – Tastings & Book
Wedding Dress – Shop & Order
Wedding Hashtag
Wedding Insurance
9 MONTHS
Save the Dates
Research Honeymoon Plans
Research DJ / Band / Entertainment
Wedding Rings
Wedding Registry
Bridal Party Gowns – Shop & Order 8 MONTHS
Order Invitations
Research & Book Officiant
Other Stationery Items
Rentals & Décor
Centerpieces for Reception Tables
7 MONTHS
Decide Ceremony Timeline
First Look | Bride & Groom – Decide
First Look | Others – Decide
Guest Accommodations & Hotels
Book Florist
6 MONTHS
Hire Day-of-Coordinator
Draft a Wedding Day Timeline
Finalize Honeymoon Plans
Book a Make Up Artist
Book a Hair Stylist
Send Invitations
Research & Hire Bartenders
Wedding Cake – Tasting & Order
Additional Décor & Accessories
MOB & MOG – dress shopping
5 MONTHS
Ceremony- Readers & Singers
Undergarments
Meet with Officiant
Photobooth
Ringbearer Outfits
Flower Girl Outfits
Gifts for Bridal Party
Dance Lessons
Bride & Groom – Letters & Gifts
4 MONTHS
Rehearsal: Location, Guest List & Invites
Ceremony Programs & Guest Comfort
Bride Accessories
Wedding Gown Alterations
Bridal Party Gowns- Alterations
Groomsmen – Tux Fitting
Bridal Party Shoes
Transportation
Gifts – FOB, MOB, FOG, MOG
Memory or Heritage Table
3 MONTHS
Meet with DJ – Finalize Song List & Timeline
Guest Favors
Send Off Items
Bridal Shower
Guest Sign In
Flower Girl / Ringbearer Accessories
2 MONTHS
Marriage License
Book Skin & Beauty Appointments
Accommodations for Bride & Groom
Unity Candle
Vows
Collect RSVP’s for rehearsal & wedding day
Signs
Photos for Print
Getting Ready – What to Wear?
Slideshow & Cocktail Hour
Something old, blue, & borrowed
Inclement Weather Plan
1 MONTH
Check your registry
Bachelor / Bachelorette Parties
Finalize RSVP’s & Guest Count
Reception – Seating Plan
Wedding Gown- Final Fitting
Hair / Make Up Trail
Bridal Photoshoot
Venue Walk Through
Toasts & Speeches
1 WEEK
Gratuities
Groom – Haircut / Shave
Relax
Confirm Details with Vendors
Pack for Honeymoon
Out-of-Town Guests
Manicure / Pedicure
Watch the Weather
NIGHT BEFORE
Dinner & Get Together
Sleep, seriously.
Load the Car
WEDDING DAY
Rehearsal
Smile
Tissues
Eat
AFTER
Brunch
Marriage License to County
Return Rentals
2 WEEKS AFTER
Name Change
Review Vendors
Send Thank-You’s to Guests
Gown & Veil Preservation
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