1 Year Wedding Planning Timeline by Amalfi Events Design.
12-18 Months Before:
12-18 Months Before:
12-18 Months Before:
- Set a Budget: Determine how much you're willing to spend on the wedding.
- Create a Guest List: Draft a preliminary guest list to estimate the size of the venue you'll need.
- Choose a Date and Venue: Select a wedding date and book your ceremony and reception venues.
- Hire Key Vendors: Book key vendors like a photographer, videographer, and wedding planner if desired.
- Research and Choose Caterer: Begin researching catering options and select a caterer.
- Select Bridal Party: Choose your bridesmaids, groomsmen, and other members of the bridal party.
- Start Wedding Dress Shopping: Begin looking for your wedding dress. Keep alteration times in mind.
8-12 Months Before:
12-18 Months Before:
12-18 Months Before:
- Order Save-the-Dates: If you're sending save-the-dates, order and send them.
- Book Officiant: Secure your officiant and discuss ceremony details.
- Choose Wedding Party Attire: Select and order attire for the bridal party.
- Register for Gifts: Create a wedding registry.
- Book Entertainment: Secure a DJ, band, or other entertainment for the reception.
- Plan Honeymoon: Start researching and planning your honeymoon.
6-8 Months Before:
12-18 Months Before:
6-8 Months Before:
- Order Invitations: Select and order wedding invitations.
- Plan Decor and Florals: Decide on the decor and floral arrangements for the ceremony and reception.
- Arrange Transportation: Book transportation for the wedding day.
- Finalize Catering Menu: Finalize the menu with your caterer.
4-6 Months Before:
4-6 Months Before:
6-8 Months Before:
- Send Invitations: Send out wedding invitations.
- Purchase Wedding Rings: Select and purchase wedding rings.
- Plan Rehearsal Dinner: Arrange and plan the rehearsal dinner.
- Finalize Ceremony Details: Confirm ceremony details with your officiant.
2-4 Months Before:
4-6 Months Before:
2-4 Months Before:
- Finalize Guest List: Confirm final guest list and RSVPs.
- Purchase Bridal Accessories: Buy shoes, jewelry, and other accessories.
- Schedule Hair and Makeup Trials: Schedule trials for hair and makeup.
- Apply for Marriage License: Obtain a marriage license.
1-2 Months Before:
4-6 Months Before:
2-4 Months Before:
- Finalize Seating Chart: Create and finalize the seating chart.
- Final Fittings: Attend final fittings for wedding attire.
- Confirm Details with Vendors: Confirm details and timelines with all vendors.
- Write Vows: If writing your own vows, start the process.
1 Week Before:
1 Week Before:
1 Week Before:
- Pack for Honeymoon: Pack for your honeymoon.
- Confirm Details: Confirm all details with vendors and the wedding party.
- Rehearsal: Conduct the wedding rehearsal.
Wedding Day:
1 Week Before:
1 Week Before:
1. Get Married!
Remember:
1 Week Before:
Remember:
1. Flexibility is key, and don't forget to enjoy the process. Adapt this timeline based on your specific needs and circumstances.