Wedding Countdown

As soon as possible
  • Agree a date, budget, style of ceremony and number of guests
  • Book ceremony reception venue
  • Book caterer
  • Appoint chief attendants
  • Book photographer
  • Arrange wedding insurance   

Six months before
  • Order brides gown / accessories and her attendants clothing
  • Book honeymoon
  • Order cake
  • Arrange transport
  • Plan brides look with hairstylist / make-up artist
  • Order invitations / other stationary
  • Book florist; select decorations
  • Plan music choices / performers
Three months before
  • Have your pre-wedding photographs taken
  • Set up wedding gift list
  • Send out invitations
  • Order wedding rings
  • Order clothing for groom and male attendants
  • Plan hen / stag celebrations
  • Finalise menus; make wine / drink selections
One month before
  • Choose and wrap thank-you gifts for family attendants
  • Create a seating plan
  • Run-through bride's dress, hair and make-up in full
The final fortnight
  • Double check legal / travel documentation
  • Prepare speeches
  • Re-confirm all arrangements with celebrant and suppliers
  • Ensure all outfits fit
  • Have a ceremony rehearsal
  • Organise your luggage to be sent to the first night hotel
Your wedding day
  • Relax and enjoy your wonderful wedding day, you deserve it!