12+ months before

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• Set a wedding budget and who is contributing
• Choose a wedding date
• Draft a guest list
• Book the ceremony and reception venues
• Hire a wedding planner if desired

6-9 months before

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• Book a caterer and choose the menu
• Book a photographer and videographer
• Choose and order wedding attire
• Book a band or DJ for the reception
• Send save-the-date cards

2-3 months before

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• Send formal invitations with an RSVP deadline
• Finalize the seating chart
• Order the wedding rings
• Arrange marriage license paperwork Requirements vary by country and jurisdiction, so check with your local registry office.
• Schedule hair and makeup trials

Final weeks

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• Confirm the final guest count with vendors
• Create a day-of timeline for the wedding party
• Pack an emergency kit for the ceremony day
• Confirm final payments to all vendors
• Delegate a point of contact for vendors on the wedding day