i Your Wedding Planning Journey

Your Wedding Planning Journey

Phase 1: The Big Picture (Right After Engagement)

This phase is all about setting the foundation for every decision you'll make later.

Enjoy the Moment: First, celebrate your engagement!
Discuss Your Vision: Big or small? Formal or casual? Destination?
Set a Budget: Be realistic and track every expense.
Draft a Guest List: Create A, B, and C lists.
Choose a Season or Potential Dates.
Select Your Wedding Party.

Phase 2: Booking The Core Vendors (10-12+ Months Out)

These are the vendors who book up the fastest, so it's important to secure them early.

Hire a Wedding Planner (Optional).
Book Your Venue(s) for ceremony and reception.
Book Your Photographer & Videographer.
Book the Caterer.
Book the Band or DJ.

Phase 3: Details & Attire (6-9 Months Out)

Now you can start focusing on the more detailed and personal elements.

Shop for Wedding Attire.
Send Save-the-Dates.
Create a Wedding Website.
Book Remaining Key Vendors: Officiant, Florist, Bakery.
Reserve Hotel Blocks for out-of-town guests.
Start Planning the Honeymoon.
Order Wedding Party Attire.

Phase 4: Finalizing the Details (3-5 Months Out)

The big day is getting closer, and it's time to nail down the specifics.

Order Invitations.
Mail Invitations.
Finalize the Menu and have your tasting.
Book Rehearsal Dinner Venue.
Purchase Wedding Rings.
Schedule Hair & Makeup Trials.
Book Transportation.

Phase 5: The Final Stretch (1-2 Months Out)

It's all about confirmations and legalities.

Apply for a Marriage License.
Track RSVPs and follow up with anyone who hasn't responded.
Write Your Vows.
Finalize details with all your vendors and create a day-of timeline.

The Last Month

Give Final Headcount to your venue and caterer.
Create a Seating Chart.
Final Dress Fitting.
Pick Up Marriage License.
Assemble Welcome Bags for out-of-town guests.
Prepare Tip Envelopes for vendors.

Congratulations & Happy Planning!