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12 Month Wedding Planning Timeline – A Step-by-Step

You are getting married in current year? It's time to get organized and establish a wedding planning timeline. Take a look at our wedding planner checklist and let’s do it!<br><br>https://www.weddingforward.com/12-month-wedding-planning-timeline/

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12 Month Wedding Planning Timeline – A Step-by-Step

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  1. 12 MONTH WEDDING PLANNING 12 MONTH WEDDING PLANNING TIMELINE TIMELINE – – A STEP A STEP- -BY PLANNING A WEDDING A YEAR IN PLANNING A WEDDING A YEAR IN ADVANCE ADVANCE BY- -STEP GUIDE TO STEP GUIDE TO https://www.weddingforward.com/12-month-wedding-planning-timeline/

  2. 12 Months before the Wedding 12 Months before the Wedding Here are some more numbers Here are some more numbers from 2017 from 2017 – – average wedding average wedding costs went as follows: costs went as follows: ■ Before you get into the actual details of the wedding, you should discuss with your partner what their idea of a dream wedding is – from the general concept to numerous details. At this point, it makes sense to determine a preliminary budget. Consider the number of guests you plan on inviting, the venue you have in mind, the type of flowers, gown, and other equally important aspects. Consider the wedding theme. Classical glamourous one, romantic, boho, ethnic, barn,? Will it be a destination beach wedding? This choice influences the location, gown, number of guests etc, so it is essential to make it as soon as possible. Wedding planner: $1,988 Photographer: $2,630 Videographer: $1,912 Florist: $2,379 Ceremony site: $2,311 Wedding dress: $1,509 Rehearsal dinner: $1,285 Reception DJ: $1,231 Transportation: $830 Ceremony musicians: $761 Wedding cake: $540 Invitations: $408 Groom’s outfit: $286 Officiant: $284 Wedding gifts and favors: $252 Food: $70 per person ■

  3. 10 10- -11 Months before the Wedding 11 Months before the Wedding After browsing for the perfect venue, it’s high time to book the venues for both the reception and ceremony. If you’re on a budget, you should also have a look at venues outside of city limits or factor in a rental-inclusive site. That’s because renting furniture separately is often linked to extra expenses. If you’re planning an outdoor wedding, think of a backup plan – considering that the weather isn’t always on your side. Make sure you aren’t planning your wedding around the time of a national or religious holiday since at those times venues do book up fast. • Booking your wedding officiant should be next on your list. There are many things you should consider, but basically, you should feel utterly comfortable with the person you choose. Mutual understanding of your vision of the ceremony should be clear: don’t hesitate to talk about specific words you want or don’t want to hear, clothes you are going to wear, songs you are going to play etc. Respect the officiant’s religious views and make sure you have an alternative person in case the chosen officiant won’t be able to make it. •

  4. 7 7- -9 Months before the Wedding 9 Months before the Wedding As we continue with our wedding planning checklist – your bridesmaids. They are, without a doubt, eager to try out their dresses for the big event. By this time, you should have an idea of the general wedding style, so picking out the bridesmaid dresses should be next on your list. This is the point you should definitely consult with your girlfriends on. • Each wedding planning checklist should entail the planning of the honeymoon. If you’re thinking it’s too soon, think again – planning ahead is the key to success. Well, especially if you want to ensure that the destination you have in mind is available. As always, doing some research and purchasing flights and accommodations in advance can help you save some money down the road. • Top honeymoon destinations for US couples include Mexico (15%), Hawaii (12%), Jamaica (7%), The Bahamas, Italy and St Lucia (5% each), and France (3%). •

  5. 4 4- -6 Months before the Wedding 6 Months before the Wedding If you plan to get ready for the wedding at a hotel room, or at a special venue – consider making the appropriate reservation. This approach has been growing more popular because it eliminates a lot of related stress. Plus, your wedding photographs will be stylized in the same manner, adding to a welcome sense of cohesion. • It’s just as important to book your rehearsal dinner – particularly if you have a big wedding party, so as to avoid looking for a venue last minute. Bear in mind, though, that you don’t have to pick the restaurant route. Rehearsal dinner is crucial to ease the tension of the wedding. This is a chance for the relatives and friends of the couple to meet and have a good time. It is also an opportunity to thank everyone who has helped with the wedding preparations. • For religious ceremonies, attending pre-marriage counseling is recommended. If that’s the case, make sure you place this on your wedding planning timeline. Bear in mind that different religions might have their own rules as to the wedding attire, music etc. It is also essential to go over the ceremony with the officiant to avoid any unpleasant. • Ordering the formal wear for the groom and groomsmen should be done around this time. Ensure that the items chosen fit accordingly. •

  6. 2 2- -4 Months before the Wedding 4 Months before the Wedding Typically, most couples choose to send out their wedding invitations around this time. Once again, this depends on the type of wedding you’re having, and how formal it is. In any case, don’t leave this to the last minute, and give everyone time to respond accordingly. • Another important point on a wedding planner checklist is selecting the type of music for the ceremony and reception. You should have hired a band or DJ by now, but it’s still highly recommended to comprise a list of songs that fit the theme and style of the wedding. • If you’re planning on offering your guests wedding favors, you should order or design them. Favors might include personalized candle tins (around 1.60$ per piece), DIY lavender sachets (2.60$), salt pepper puzzle pieces (2.60$), or a small picture frame (0.60$). Practicality is important, among other things, but pick out something meaningful, and you won’t go wrong. •

  7. 1 1- -2 Months before the Wedding 2 Months before the Wedding This is also the time to make the final adjustments with your vendors if any. Make sure that they have the right contact, time and location information, so on and so forth. • Even if writing your vows won’t take you a couple of months, it’s best to be ahead of things. This is why our advice to you would be to start writing them one or two months before the big day. This way, you’ll have sufficient time to edit, rewrite, rephrase, so on and so forth. Plus, many couples choose to write letters to each other, which they read on the day of the wedding. These can be very sweet and emotional, a sign of intimacy between you and your partner, as opposed to the vows that you share with the entire wedding party. • You and your partner should also decide who will be in charge of the toasts and readings at the wedding. That is to say, the persons you choose should have plenty of time to prepare their speeches. •

  8. 2 2- -3 Weeks before the Wedding 3 Weeks before the Wedding By this time, you should already have a definitive guest list, since most people should have confirmed their attendance. This means you can finalize the seating plan, as well. Make sure you contact the guests that haven’t responded. Once you do that, you can give a final countdown to the caterer. To ensure that you and the photographer and videographer are on the same page, communicate your precise requests in advance. You could discuss certain poses, the style of photography you’re thinking of, and so on. Additionally, you should make the final arrangements for your honeymoon. Every bride wants to look her best on her wedding day, right? This is why you should get your final trim and coloring if necessary. Make sure the escort cards or place cards are printed properly. If you’re planning on holding a toast, you should prepare it as well. • • • • • •

  9. 1 Week before the Wedding 1 Week before the Wedding • Confirm the time of vendor delivery and arrival. • Make the final calls for transportation arrangements for the ceremony and the reception. • Get the cash ready to pay the suppliers on the wedding day. • Ask someone to return any rentals after the wedding. • The groom should also get a final hair trim.

  10. 1 1- -2 Days before the Wedding 2 Days before the Wedding The Big Day is just around the corner. Now is the time to drop off menus, place cards, favors, table plans and similar items with the wedding coordinator. Provide each wedding supplier with a contact for the day of the wedding. Hold the rehearsal dinner – if you’re having one. Provide the officiant of the wedding with the marriage license. Make sure you have the presents for your bridal party and parents prepared for the Big Day. • • • • •

  11. Final Words Final Words ■ Planning a wedding requires a lot of time and dedication. However, if you start preparing at least 12 months in advance and adhere to a wedding planning timeline, you’ll be on the right track. Not to mention that you’ll enjoy planning your own wedding. For additional tips and inspiration, take a look at another wedding planning guide. You can also take advantage of the free printables you can find online, which will make the planning process easy and accessible to anyone! Anyway, remember that it is not just your big day. Even if something goes not the way it was planned – well, the more there will be to tell your grandchildren! Don’t let the preparation routine spoil your big day. Celebrate your love and be happy! Read more in our blog www.weddingforward.com

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