Planning a wedding takes time. There are so many moving parts and most of us are not used to planning events of this scale on a regular basis. Here is a check list of when you should complete each part. Courtesy of Kern County Bridal Association.
12-18 Months
- Pick a Date plus two alternative dates.
- Announce Your Engagement. Family first, then post it to Facebook.
- Start a Pinterest Board.
- Outline a Budget (It will change).
- Make a rough Guest Count.
- Choose the wedding party.
- Bridal Shows (Get inspired, get information, and See pretty dresses).
9-12 Months
- Pick a Wedding Dress (Visit Enchanted Bridal for some great choices).
- Names and Addresses of Guests
- Schedule Tastings (Catering).
- Book Venues (Coming Soon: Our Favorite Venues).
- Pick Colors: 1 Primary, 2 Secondary.
- Pick Bridal Party Attire.
- Book: Photo, Cinema, DJ/Musicians, and Coordinator…
Optional-
- Interview a Florist, Decorator, and Limo.
- Attend Pre-Marital Counseling.
8 Months
- Save the Date Cards (Use an Engagement photo.)
- Set the Menu with Catering
- Find a Baker (Tastries is really good!)
- Set up Wedding Registries (Amazon, Bed Bath & Beyond, Williams Sinoma)
- Attend More Bridal Shows
7 Months
- Order Jewelry
- Schedule Dress Fitting
- Engagement Party
- Begin Planning Bachelor/Bachelorette Party
- Assign Family to Honorary Jobs
- Book Florist
- Book Rentals
6 Months
- Book Baker and Officiant
- Order Bridesmaids’ dresses and Groomsmen Attire
- Schedule Mothers’ Fittings
- Flower Girl Attire
5 Months
- Reserve Tuxedo’s.
- Reserve Rentals.
- Purchase Cuff links, studs or other men’s accessories.
4 Months
- Order Wedding Invites
- Meet Wedding Pros
- Pick Hair Stylist
- Select Honeymoon Destination
- Get Passports
3 Months
- Schedule Fittings
- Hair/Make-up Trial Run
- Last Minute Decor
- Guest Favors
- Meet with DJ/Emcee
2 Months
- Mail Invites
- Final Fittings
- Confirm Bachelor/Bachelorette Party
- Schedule Rehearsal Locations
1 Month Out
- Obtain a Marriage License
- Meet with Vendors to Confirm Timelines
- Purchase Bridal Party Gifts
- Assemble Guest Favors
2 Weeks Prior
- Confirm Catering Count
- Pick up Jewelry and confirm fit
- Finalize Seating Arrangements
1 Week Prior
- Finalize Timeline with Photo, Cinema, DJ and Coordinator
- Give officiant your License
- Prepare Tip Envelopes
48 Hours
- Steam Wedding Dress
- Pick Up Tuxedos
Do you think we missed any thing? Leave a comment below and we will add it to the list.