Wedding Checklist

One Year Ahead

  • Book Church / Venue
  • Choose wedding dress and rings
  • Enquire transport, photographers, caterers, stationers, florists etc.

Six Months Ahead

  • Make arrangements for the cake
  • go to registrar
  • Book organist / entertainment
  • Book hairdresser / makeup artist
  • Order wedding stationery
  • Draw up guest list
  • Book honeymoon

Three Months Ahead

  • Send out invitations
  • Agree menu with caterers
  • Choose hymns, readings and order of service
  • Complete preparation talks with priest / registrar
  • Make wedding gift list
  • Order floral decorations
  • Book formal wear
  • Book your wedding night hotel
  • Book wedding rehearsal
  • Book hair and makeup trials
  • Book stag and hen nights!

One Month Ahead

  • Finalise reception details
  • Choose gifts for family & friends
  • Finalise guest list / any other arrangements
  • Try outfits for any alterations

One Week To Go

  • Hold a rehearsal
  • Collect outfits and accessories
  • Check final fitting of outfits and arrange collection
  • Check nothing has been missing or forgotten