{"id":2929,"date":"2024-12-07T14:27:20","date_gmt":"2024-12-07T14:27:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/taylorandjohns.co.uk\/?p=2929"},"modified":"2024-12-07T14:53:04","modified_gmt":"2024-12-07T14:53:04","slug":"the-ultimate-wedding-checklist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/taylorandjohns.co.uk\/index.php\/2024\/12\/07\/the-ultimate-wedding-checklist\/","title":{"rendered":"The ULTIMATE Wedding Checklist"},"content":{"rendered":"
DOWNLOAD CHECKIST<\/span><\/a><\/div>

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13\u201324 Months (or as soon as you\u2019re engaged)<\/h3>

\u2610 Tell family and friends you\u2019re engaged
\u2610 Insure your engagement ring
\u2610 Set up a wedding website
\u2610 Start a Pinterest board for inspiration
\u2610 Begin drafting a preliminary guest list
\u2610 Start discussing your wedding budget
\u2610 Choose a preferred wedding date or season
\u2610 Consider potential wedding themes
\u2610 Host an engagement party (optional)
\u2610 Begin looking at possible venues
\u2610 Have engagement photos taken<\/p>

10\u201312 Months To Go<\/h3>

\u2610 Work out your budget and establish top priorities (where to save\/splurge)
\u2610 Start browsing inspiration (websites, social media, magazines) to define style and colors
\u2610 Compile your preliminary guest list and consider capacity constraints
\u2610 Choose your wedding party and ask them in advance
\u2610 Find and book your ceremony and\/or reception venue, then secure the wedding date
\u2610 Consider wedding insurance (liability or cancellation)
\u2610 Send save-the-date cards (8\u201312 months for destination, 6\u20139 months domestic)
\u2610 Create a wedding website and include URL on save-the-dates
\u2610 Begin searching for your wedding attire (dress, suit) and accessories
\u2610 Consider hiring a wedding planner if feeling overwhelmed
\u2610 Begin assembling a vendor team: Caterer, Photographer, Officiant, etc. (get details in writing)
\u2610 Start dreaming about your honeymoon, if you plan to take one<\/p>

6\u20139 Months To Go<\/h3>

\u2610 Hire a floral designer and discuss floral styles and budget
\u2610 Schedule a cake tasting and choose your wedding cake
\u2610 Book your DJ\/entertainment for ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception (plan playlists)
\u2610 Order invitations and work on wording with a stationer or online service
\u2610 Create or update your gift registry (add links to your website)
\u2610 Arrange hotel room blocks for guests and book your own wedding-night suite
\u2610 Shop for bridesmaid\/flower girl dresses and groomsmen suits; give clear ordering instructions
\u2610 Arrange and book wedding-day transportation (limos, shuttles)
\u2610 Discuss bridal shower and bachelor(ette) party details with host(s)
\u2610 Consider premarital counseling<\/p>

3\u20135 Months To Go<\/h3>

\u2610 Book the rehearsal and rehearsal dinner location(s)
\u2610 Put together your rehearsal dinner guest list (immediate family, wedding party, officiant, etc.)
\u2610 Make childcare arrangements or plan entertainment for guests\u2019 children
\u2610 Reserve all necessary party rentals (tables, chairs, linens)
\u2610 Order wedding favors or decide on a charitable donation in lieu of favors
\u2610 Finalize the wedding guest list and organize addresses in a spreadsheet
\u2610 Confirm invitation wording and order any additional day-of stationery (programs, menus)
\u2610 Decide on ceremony readings and draft your vows
\u2610 Finalize menu, beverages, and catering details with venue\/caterer
\u2610 Work on the wedding day timeline and reception formalities with your coordinator\/venue
\u2610 Do a makeup and hair trial; book your stylists and start a beauty\/fitness regimen
\u2610 Purchase wedding rings (engraving if desired)
\u2610 Finalize honeymoon plans; ensure passports and documents are up-to-date<\/p>

6\u20138 Weeks To Go<\/h3>

\u2610 Send out wedding invitations; plan how you\u2019ll track RSVPs and meal choices
\u2610 Discuss a contingency plan with your venue if hosting outdoors
\u2610 Touch base with vendors to confirm dates, deposits, and details
\u2610 Research marriage license requirements and name-change paperwork, if applicable
\u2610 Begin dress\/attire fittings and purchase appropriate undergarments
\u2610 Check the status of wedding party attire; nudge anyone who hasn\u2019t ordered yet
\u2610 Write thank-you cards for shower or early wedding gifts
\u2610 Start assembling welcome bags for out-of-town guests (if doing so)<\/p>

3\u20135 Weeks To Go<\/h3>

\u2610 Send out rehearsal dinner invitations (formal invites or evites if casual)
\u2610 Finalize and confirm wedding vows and ceremony readings with officiant
\u2610 Finalize and confirm shot list with photographer\/videographer
\u2610 Finalize and confirm song lists for ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception with DJ\/musicians
\u2610 Finalize and confirm the reception timeline and who\u2019s giving toasts
\u2610 Finalize and confirm wedding night and honeymoon accommodations
\u2610 Obtain your marriage license and complete any name-change documents
\u2610 Pick up your wedding rings and proofread engravings
\u2610 Gather \u201csomething old, new, borrowed, blue\u201d if following tradition
\u2610 Purchase day-of accessories (guest book, toasting flutes, cake servers, unity candle, ring pillow)
\u2610 Buy gifts for wedding party, parents, or your partner (optional)
\u2610 Have your final dress\/suit fitting (bring shoes and accessories)
\u2610 Follow up with anyone who hasn\u2019t RSVP\u2019d<\/p>

1\u20132 Weeks To Go<\/h3>

\u2610 Give your caterer\/venue the final guest count
\u2610 Arrange seating, create the seating chart, and\/or place cards
\u2610 Pick up your gown\/suit
\u2610 Confirm arrival times and finalize the wedding timeline with vendors and wedding party; share copies
\u2610 Hand over favors, d\u00e9cor, paper goods, and ceremony items to your planner or on-site coordinator
\u2610 Prepare a wedding-day emergency kit (sewing kit, safety pins, bandages, stain remover, etc.)
\u2610 Check the weather; if necessary, implement the backup plan
\u2610 Start packing for your honeymoon
\u2610 Book a facial or massage if desired
\u2610 Confirm pickup times and locations with transportation vendors<\/p>

The Days Before<\/h3>

\u2610 Ensure all wedding-day items are packed and ready (rings, license, attire)
\u2610 Prepare tips and final payments for vendors; put in labeled envelopes and assign someone to distribute
\u2610 Assign someone to pack up gifts\/belongings after the reception (including top tier of the cake)
\u2610 Assign someone to return rental items or tuxedos the next day, if needed
\u2610 Wrap gifts or write notes for your spouse, family, or wedding party
\u2610 Drop off welcome bags to hotels, if using them
\u2610 Get a mani-pedi
\u2610 Attend the rehearsal and rehearsal dinner; give out wedding party gifts now
\u2610 Try to get a good night\u2019s sleep
\u2610 Set your alarm to allow plenty of prep time
\u2610 Take a deep breath and savor the moment!<\/p>

Your Wedding Day<\/h3>

\u2610 Give the rings to the best man\/maid of honor
\u2610 Enjoy getting ready with your wedding party
\u2610 Have your photographer capture the prep moments
\u2610 Gift bridesmaids\/groomsmen their presents if you haven\u2019t already
\u2610 Meet briefly with vendors\/officiant for any last-minute confirmations
\u2610 Get dressed and feel amazing!
\u2610 Get married and celebrate!<\/p>

Wedding Photography Checklist (Optional)<\/strong>
Bridal Prep<\/strong>
\u2610 Dress, shoes, jewelry, bouquet close-ups
\u2610 Final touches of hair and makeup
\u2610 Bride putting on dress
\u2610 Parents\u2019 first look
\u2610 Photos with bridal party before ceremony<\/p>

Before the Ceremony<\/strong>
\u2610 Groom, Best Man, Groomsmen getting ready shots
\u2610 Groom\u2019s details: boutonniere, rings, order of service
\u2610 Arrival of bridal party and bride
\u2610 Bridesmaids group and individual portraits
\u2610 Bride with the person escorting her to the altar
\u2610 Shots with any special transportation (cars, carriage)<\/p>

During the Ceremony<\/strong>
\u2610 Exchange of vows and rings (as allowed)
\u2610 Signing of register (if permitted)
\u2610 First kiss
\u2610 Recessional down the aisle<\/p>

Family and Friends<\/strong>
\u2610 Bride & Groom with parents
\u2610 Bride & Groom with siblings, grandparents, extended family
\u2610 Large group shots of both families<\/p>

After the Ceremony<\/strong>
\u2610 Bridal party group shots
\u2610 Bride & Bridesmaids
\u2610 Groom & Groomsmen
\u2610 Couple\u2019s portraits in multiple locations
\u2610 Reception details: table settings, centerpieces, d\u00e9cor
\u2610 Mock cutting of the cake (if before dinner)<\/p>

Special Items<\/strong>
\u2610 Any sentimental items (heirloom in bouquet, special ring engraving)
\u2610 Shots of surprise elements or special moments you\u2019ve planned<\/p>

Don\u2019t Forget<\/strong>
\u2610 Review all tasks at regular intervals
\u2610 Adjust the timeline as needed
\u2610 Breathe, smile, and enjoy the journey!<\/p>

Good luck and happy wedding planning!<\/em><\/p>

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