1. Six months before the wedding:
- Begin planning and creating a wedding checklist.
- Choose a date and reserve a venue.
- Send out save the dates.
- Order invitations and begin mailing them.
2. Five months before the wedding:
- Purchase dresses and tuxedos for the wedding party.
- Book honeymoon travel arrangements.
3. Four months before the wedding:
- Work on the seating chart for the reception.
4. Three months before the wedding:
- Hire a caterer, band, or DJ, and book any other needed vendors.
5. Two months before the wedding:
- Confirm all reservations and finalize details with vendors.
6. One month before the wedding:
- Send out thank you cards to guests who have sent gifts.
7. Two weeks before the wedding:
- Pack for the honeymoon.
8. One week before the wedding:
- Finalize the seating chart and make place cards.
9. Day of the wedding:
- Relax and enjoy the day.