Your Wedding Checklist From InsuraWedding
Planning your wedding can be overwhelming, but a well-organised checklist can help ensure everything runs smoothly. Here are the key steps to take before your big day, along with some valuable advice to make the process a little easier.
6-12 Months Before the Wedding
- Set a Budget: Determine how much you can spend and allocate funds for each aspect of the wedding.
- Choose a Venue: Book your ceremony and reception venues as early as possible.
- Hire Key Vendors: Secure your photographer, videographer, caterer, DJ/band, and wedding planner.
- Create a Guest List: Decide on the number of guests and send out save-the-dates.
- Buy Wedding Insurance: Protect the money you spend on your wedding with InsuraWedding insurance.
3-6 Months Before the Wedding
- Finalise Invitations: Design, print, and send out wedding invitations.
- Plan Your Ceremony: Choose your officiant and finalise the order of service.
- Select Attire: Purchase your wedding dress, suits, and outfits for the wedding party.
- Arrange Transportation: Book transportation for the wedding day for yourselves and key guests.
- Create a Gift Registry: Set up your wedding gift registry and share it with guests.
1-3 Months Before the Wedding
- Finalise Bookings: Confirm all your bookings with suppliers, venues, and the officiant.
- Confirm Your Marriage License: Ensure you have your marriage license and any other necessary documentation.
- Fittings: Have the final fitting of your wedding dress and wedding party outfits.
- Order of Service: Create an order of service for your ceremony and print programmes.
- Music and Playlists: Create playlists for the ceremony and reception and choose the song for your first dance.
1-4 Weeks Before the Wedding
- Final Meetings: Have a final meeting with all your suppliers (e.g., photographer, DJ, make-up artist, caterer, and venue).
- Seating Arrangements: Finalise your seating plan and create place cards.
- Confirm Details: Confirm final numbers with your caterer and venue.
- Pack for Honeymoon: Start packing for your honeymoon and ensure all travel documents are in order.
- Emergency Kit: Prepare a wedding day emergency kit with essentials like a sewing kit, safety pins, painkillers, and snacks.
On the Wedding Day
- Relax and Enjoy: Take a deep breath and savour every moment of your special day.
- Delegate Tasks: Assign trusted friends or family members to handle any last-minute details or issues.
- Celebrate: Remember to celebrate and enjoy your big day—it can fly by!
Additional Tips & Advice
- Stay Organised: Use a wedding planning app or binder to keep track of all your bookings, receipts, and contracts.
- Backup Plans: Have backup plans for outdoor events, just in case of bad weather.
- Communication: Maintain clear communication with your suppliers and wedding party to avoid any misunderstandings.
- Self-Care: Prioritise your well-being leading up to your wedding day—get enough sleep, eat well, and take time to relax.
By following this checklist and advice, you'll be well-prepared for your wedding day. For added peace of mind, don’t forget to protect your special day with a wedding insurance policy from InsuraWedding.
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