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12+ months out
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Set your overall wedding budget
Choose a wedding date (or a few options)
Draft your guest list
Research and book your venue
Get engagement photos taken
Start thinking about your wedding vision and style
9–12 months out
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Book photographer & videographer
Book your caterer (if not included with venue)
Choose your wedding party
Begin wedding dress / suit shopping
Research and book officiant
Start planning honeymoon
6–9 months out
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Send save-the-dates
Book florist
Book DJ or band
Register for gifts
Book hair and makeup artists
Plan ceremony details and readings
Book accommodations for out-of-town guests
4–6 months out
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Order wedding cake / desserts
Book transportation (limo, shuttle, etc.)
Purchase wedding bands
Plan rehearsal dinner
Send wedding invitations
Book rehearsal dinner venue
2–4 months out
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Confirm all vendors and review contracts
Finalize menu with caterer
Create seating chart
Write your vows
Schedule dress fitting appointments
Apply for marriage licence
Plan day-of timeline
1 month out
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Final dress / suit fitting
Confirm final headcount with venue and caterer
Prepare vendor payments and tips
Break in your wedding shoes
Delegate day-of tasks to trusted people
Drop off items at venue if allowed
Final week
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Confirm all vendor arrival times
Prepare an emergency kit (safety pins, stain remover, etc.)
Get a great night's sleep the night before
Eat a good breakfast on your wedding day
Take a moment to soak it all in 🎉
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