10 Jan Wedding Planning

What order do I need to plan things?

Job #1 Finalise a date and time.

Job #2 Book ceremony and reception venue

Job #3 Book a celebrant, priest or minister

If you are having a wedding dress made, book appointment with dress maker

Job #4 Book caterers if required

Job #5 Book photographers and videographers

Job #6 Wedding stationery (invitations, table numbers, seating charts, welcome signs)

Job #7 Book ceremony and reception entertainment

Job #8 Organise wedding transport

Job #9 Finalise wedding guest list

Job #10 Order wedding cake

Job #11 Order Floral Arrangements

Job #12 Book hair and make up appointments

Job #13 Arrange Bridal Attire

Job #14 Arrange gift registry (if you are having one)

Job #15 Honeymoon Planning

Sounds pretty easy doesn’t it?  This timeline can change a thousand times over the course of your wedding planning but don’t get too caught up.  This is simply a rough guideline to keep you on track and avoiding silly yet costly mistakes down the line.  If you are having a dress made, please allow an absolute minimum of 6 months for the dress to be made.  The longer notice you give them the better!  Look for invitations and stationery but do not book anything until your venue and ceremony are booked and paid for.  Some venues have waiting lists up to 4 years.