Engaged? Congratulations! Whether you have 12 months or 18, here is a realistic timeline that keeps you on track without the stress.
12-10 Months Out
- Set your budget and discuss priorities with your partner
- Create your guest list (even a rough one helps with venue selection)
- Research and book your venue — this is the first domino
- Start looking at photographers and videographers
- Choose your wedding party
9-7 Months Out
- Book photographer, videographer, and DJ/band
- Start dress shopping (alterations take 2-4 months)
- Research and book a florist
- Send save-the-dates
- Start planning your honeymoon
6-4 Months Out
- Book remaining vendors (cake, hair/makeup, transportation)
- Order invitations
- Plan your ceremony (officiant, readings, music)
- Register for gifts
- Start working on your wedding website
3-1 Months Out
- Send invitations (6-8 weeks before)
- Finalize your seating chart as RSVPs come in
- Schedule dress fittings and alterations
- Confirm all vendor details and timelines
- Apply for your marriage license
- Write your vows
The Final Week
- Confirm all vendor arrival times and contact info
- Print your day-of binder with timelines for everyone
- Pack your emergency kit
- Rehearsal and rehearsal dinner
- Take a breath — you have done everything right
When you sign up for Eydn, we auto-generate 50+ tasks based on your specific wedding date, so you always know exactly what to do next.
