Planning Checklist

PLANNING YOUR WEDDING

6-18 months before

Start a wedding folder or Pinterest board Contact wedding coordinator Decide on a wedding date & time Work out a budget Draw up a guest list Choose wedding party Choose bridal gown Book ceremony & reception venues Book photographer & videographer Book a celebrant or minister Book wedding transportation Organise caterers, if required Select and order your cake Book your band or DJ for ceremony/reception Book a consultation with wedding decorator Begin a personal health & fitness program Decide on honeymoon location & book Check that your passport is current Obtain birth certificate

Choose MC for the reception Book your stationery Book your florist Book trials with chosen hairdresser & beautician Order hire equipment, if required Select wedding rings Plan the order of ceremony and reception Register with a bridal gift service & select gift choices Have inoculations for overseas travel Discuss insurance, wills etc Shop for bridesmaid dresses

3-6 months before

4 weeks before

2 months before

Give notice of intention to marry - Registration Send invitations & registry lists Decide on menu and drinks with your caterers/reception centre Book any wedding apparel that needs to be hired Book accommodation needed for out of town guests Discuss and plan your photos with your photographer/videographer Try on and order lingerie

Confirm all bookings & arrangements Purchase gifts for attendants Plan seating arrangements Arrange for any name changes Ask speakers to prepare their speeches Schedule wedding rehearsals Trial your make-up

2 weeks before

Check arrangements with photographer/videographer Confirm numbers with caterer or reception booking Check & confirm honeymoon bookings Pick up wedding rings Have wedding rehearsal

1 week before

Pick up your gown & check accessories Confirm equipment hire & wedding transport Organise someone to return hired clothes & equipment Get a facial and massage Have your hair coloured Pack for your honeymoon Relax where possible

the day before

Confirm when flowers & cake are arriving Confirm hair & make-up Have nails manicured Pack an ‘emergency kit’ including: needle & thread, safety pins, hollywood tape, extra stockings, bandaids Lay out everything you need for the wedding day Pack essentials for the wedding night Pack last minute items for your honeymoon Enjoy your day (relax) Get a good night’s sleep

WEDDING EXPOS

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