Need Help Making A Wedding Planning List?
We know Planning A Wedding can get overwhelming at times but having a good wedding planning list can help you make sure that you don't forget an important detail. Your list can help you stay on track and get everything done on time.
Here is a basic wedding planning list to help you plan the wedding day of your dreams.
Wedding Planning List for 6 - 12 months before wedding.
Decide on a date
Determine a budget
Set time and location for the Rehearsal, Ceremony, & Reception
Select bridesmaids
Set a date to order dresses for bridesmaids
Make an appointment with Clergyman / Officiant
Write a guest list
Shop for a bridal gown
Choose Professional Photographer / Videographer
Get quotes from florists and musicians, and book them if possible
Register with gift registry
Pick a honeymoon destination
Get quotes from caterers
Wedding Planning List for 3 - 6 months before wedding.
Finalize your guest list
Order invitations & announcements
Order personal stationary & thank you notes
Plan reception
Select a florist and sign the contract
Select a caterer and sign the contract
Choose the tuxedos for the groom and men
Make honeymoon reservations
Confirm delivery of bridal gown
Make an appointment for an engagement portrait
Order the wedding cake
Go over details of reception with caterer / hotel manager
Reserve any rented equipment, such as an arch or pillars
Wedding Planning List for 1 month before wedding.
Address and mail invitations
Discuss rehearsal dinner with hosts
Make hotel reservations for out of town guests
Choose wedding bands
Check wedding party apparel
Confirm music arrangements & check selections
Make reservations for bridesmaids' luncheon
Attend showers
Apply for marriage license
Wedding Planning List for 2 weeks before wedding.
Arrange for name & address change
Check with caterer / reception venue for any last minute changes
Plan your wedding day hairstyle (Bring your veil to the appointment.)
Schedule hair appointment for day of wedding
Notify newspapers
Wedding Planning List for 1 week before wedding.
Remind rehearsal dinner guests of time / location
Start honeymoon packing
Wrap groom & attendants' gifts
Bridesmaids' luncheon
Schedule rehearsal for 1 - 2 days prior to wedding
Remind wedding party of exact time & place
Go over final details of ceremony & reception with everyone involved.
Wedding Planning List for Your Wedding Day!
Eat!
Hair and make-up
Check wedding dress for steaming
Have family member check ceremony / reception for left behind items
Change of clothes for honeymoon
Enjoy the best day of your life!
This wedding planning list should get you started on Planning Your Wedding. To review more detailed instructions please check out the resources we've gathered below.
And also, be sure to check out our pages about Planning A Wedding, Wedding Planning Software, Wedding Planning List, and Wedding Planning Guide elsewhere on this site.
