Introduction To A 6-Month Wedding Planning Checklist:

Planning a wedding is an exciting yet intricate process that requires careful organization and attention to detail. At Total Events, we understand the importance of having a structured plan to ensure that everything runs smoothly. Here’s a comprehensive six-month wedding planning checklist to help you stay on track as you prepare for your big day.

6 Months Before the Wedding

Set the Date and Budget: Choose a wedding date and establish a budget for all expenses.
Select Your Venue: Visit and book your ceremony and reception venues, confirming availability & discuss all the timings with your event planner.
Choose Your Bridal Party: Ask friends and family to be part of your bridal party and define their roles.

5 Months Before the Wedding

Create a Guest List: Compile a list of guests and gather their contact information.
Start Shopping for Attire: Begin searching for your wedding dress and schedule fittings.
Book Key Vendors: Secure contracts with your photographer, videographer, and caterer.
Send Save-the-Dates: Mail out save-the-date cards to give guests ample notice.
Register for Gifts: Create a wedding registry for gifts you and your partner need.

4 Months Before the Wedding

Finalize Your Theme and Décor: Decide on your wedding theme and order custom decorations.
Plan Your Honeymoon: Book your honeymoon destination and accommodations.
Order Wedding Invitations: Choose and order your wedding invitations, including RSVP details.
Schedule Transportation: Arrange transportation for the wedding party and book a getaway car.

3 Months Before the Wedding

Menu Tasting and Selection: Attend tastings with your caterer and finalize the menu.
Choose Wedding Rings: Shop for and purchase your wedding bands, considering engravings.
Finalize Ceremony Details: Meet with your officiant to discuss the ceremony structure and vows.
Create a Day-of Timeline: Develop a detailed schedule for the wedding day and share it with vendors.

2 Months Before the Wedding

Mail Invitations: Send out your wedding invitations and track RSVPs.
Plan Pre-Wedding Events: Organize the rehearsal dinner, bridal shower, and bachelor/bachelorette parties.
Confirm Vendor Details: Reconfirm details with all your vendors and provide the day-of timeline.
Begin Writing Your Vows: Start drafting your personalized vows and practice reading them aloud.

1 Month Before the Wedding

Final Dress Fitting: Attend your final dress fitting and pick up your dress and accessories.
Finalize Guest Count: Confirm the final guest count with your venue and caterer, and create a seating chart.
Confirm Honeymoon Plans: Reconfirm all travel and accommodation details for your honeymoon.
Prepare Wedding Day Emergency Kit: Assemble a kit with essentials like safety pins, stain remover, and a sewing kit.

1 Week Before the Wedding

Delegate Tasks: Assign responsibilities to your bridal party and family members.
Rehearsal and Rehearsal Dinner: Hold a rehearsal at the ceremony venue and host the rehearsal dinner.
Relax and Pamper Yourself: Take time to relax with beauty treatments and self-care.
Pack for the Wedding Night and Honeymoon: Pack an overnight bag for the wedding night and finalize your honeymoon packing.

Wedding Day

Enjoy Your Special Day: Trust the planning and let Total Events handle the details while you cherish every moment.

By following this comprehensive six-month wedding planning checklist, you’ll ensure that your wedding day is everything you’ve dreamed of and more. Total Events is here to support you every step of the way, making your journey to the altar a stress-free and joyous experience. Congratulations, and happy planning!