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12 Month Guide - Wedding Checklist


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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