PLANNING to-do list

Wishing you all the best!

This to-do list is designed to help you plan and organize the many details of your wedding. Use it to track your progress as you align the various moving parts needed to make your day perfect. Keep in mind this is only a guide. Some require different lead times and involve varying tasks.

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12+ MONTHS

Choose the date Create your wedding vision (theme, interior/exterior design, size) Generate an initial guest list and select wedding party members Hire (optional) Establish your budget Reserve the venues for your ceremony and reception Book a hotel room block for guests traveling to your event Secure wedding professionals in high demand Caterer & Baker Florist Photographer DJ/Musician

9-12 MONTHS

Begin shopping and schedule your initial fitting Purchase or rent your fiancé(e)s attire Decide on and purchase wedding party’s attire Select and purchase wedding rings

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Send out save-the-date cards or design a wedding website to help notify guests Select and purchase wedding invitations (if not sending electronically) Set up a gift registry at a few national retailers

3-6 MONTHS

Hire Hair/Make-up Artist Place order for wedding flowers Hire officiant Arrange transportation for the bridal party and guests who need it Schedule tasting with caterer and decide on menus for the wedding and rehearsal dinner Plan rehearsal dinner including venue and catering Cake tasting and finalize order for Send invitations for wedding (and rehearsal dinner, if applicable) Personalize wedding favors for your guests to take home (optional)

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Obtain your license to make things official Meet with photographer to go over shots you want taken Prepare and review playlist with DJ or musician Meet with officiant to review ceremony plans

1 MONTH

Check in with vendors to confirm plans Review your wedding to do list from the top and make sure everything is going smoothly

WEEK BEFORE

Get hair and nails done De-stress with self-care Attend rehearsal dinner

You accomplished all your wedding planning to-do list items and your special day is in sight. Look back on your journey with pride and enjoy!

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