### **12–18 Months Before the Wedding**

1. Set a wedding budget.
1. Choose a wedding date and time.
1. Create a guest list.
1. Hire a wedding planner (if needed).
1. Book your wedding venue.
1. Choose your wedding theme and style.
1. Research and book key vendors:
  1. Photographer/videographer
  1. Caterer
  1. Band/DJ
### **9–12 Months Before the Wedding**

1. Select your wedding party.
1. Shop for wedding attire:
  1. Wedding dress
  1. Groom's suit/tuxedo
1. Reserve accommodations for out-of-town guests.
1. Plan and book the honeymoon.
1. Design and send save-the-dates.
### **3–6 Months Before the Wedding**

1. Finalize guest list and send invitations.
1. Purchase wedding rings.
1. Plan the ceremony details (readings, vows, music).
1. Arrange transportation for the day.
1. Confirm day-of timeline with vendors.
### **6–9 Months Before the Wedding**

1. Choose and order wedding invitations.
1. Schedule dress fittings.
1. Book hair and makeup artists.
1. Decide on décor elements (flowers, lighting, rentals).
1. Select attire for the wedding party.
1. Plan the menu and arrange tastings.
### **2–4 Weeks Before the Wedding**

1. Confirm all vendor arrangements.
1. Pack for the honeymoon.
1. Practice hair and makeup.
1. Have a final meeting with your wedding planner (if applicable).
1. Host the bachelorette/bachelor party.
### **1–3 Months Before the Wedding**

1. Obtain marriage license.
1. Confirm RSVPs and finalize seating chart.
1. Write vows.
1. Attend final dress fittings.
1. Create a day-of itinerary for the wedding party.
1. Plan welcome gifts for guests (optional).
### **Wedding Day**

1. Eat a healthy breakfast.
1. Stay hydrated.
1. Allow plenty of time to get ready.
1. Have someone check the setup at the venue.
1. Relax and enjoy your day!
### **1 Week Before the Wedding**

1. Rehearse the ceremony.
1. Finalize payments and tips for vendors.
1. Pack an emergency kit (safety pins, band-aids, tissues).
1. Delegate tasks to wedding party members.
1. Confirm transportation for the wedding day.