Wedding Preparation Timeline

    What & When to plan

    Planning a wedding can be an exciting yet overwhelming experience. Here’s a general timeline to help you prepare for your big day:

    12 – 18 months before

    • Set a Budget: Determine how much you can spend and allocate funds to different aspects of the wedding.
    • Create a Guest List: Start drafting a list of people you want to invite.
    • Choose a Venue: Book the ceremony and reception venues.
    • Hire a Wedding Planner: If you plan to use one, now is the time to hire them.
    • Select a Date: Choose a wedding date that works for you and your key guests.

    9 – 12 months before

    • Send Save-the-Dates: Inform your guests about the wedding date.
    • Book Vendors: Secure your photographer, videographer, caterer, florist, and entertainment.
    • Choose Attire: Start shopping for your wedding dress and the groom’s attire.
    • Plan the Ceremony: Decide on the type of ceremony and who will officiate.

    6-9 months before

    • Order Invitations: Choose and order your wedding invitations.
    • Plan the Honeymoon: Book your honeymoon destination and make travel arrangements.
    • Select Bridesmaids’ Dresses and Groomsmen’s Attire: Ensure everyone has their outfits.
    • Arrange Transportation: Book transportation for the wedding day.

    3 – 6 months before

    • Finalise the Menu: Work with your caterer to finalise the menu.
    • Order the Cake: Choose a bakery and order your wedding cake.
    • Send Invitations: Mail out your wedding invitations.
    • Purchase Wedding Rings: Buy the rings and have them engraved if desired.

    1 – 3 months before

    • Confirm Details with Vendors: Ensure all vendors have the correct details and timings.
    • Create a Seating Chart: Plan where your guests will sit during the reception.
    • Write Vows: If you’re writing your own vows, start drafting them.

    1 – 4 weeks before

    • Final Dress Fitting: Have your final dress fitting and make any necessary adjustments.
    • Confirm Guest Count: Get a final headcount and inform your caterer.
    • Pack for the Honeymoon: Start packing for your honeymoon.
    • Prepare Payments: Organise payments for vendors.

    The day before

    • Rehearse: Have a rehearsal with your wedding party and officiant.
    • Relax: Try to relax and get a good night’s sleep.

    The Wedding Day

    Enjoy Your Day: Take a deep breath and enjoy every moment of your special day!