WEDDING PLANNING CHEAT SHEET

When planning a wedding it's easy to accidentally let something slip through the cracks because you thought of it too late or overlooked it.

Either way, you end up paying...with higher costs or by missing out on what you wanted. Avoid that by using this cheat sheet to help you stay organized as you plan your wedding.

Wedding Planning Action Doing it? Did it!

We're Engaged!

Announce to Family and Friends

Buy Engagement Ring(s) or Wedding Set

Have Engagement Photo Taken

Set the Date

Let's Get the Ball Rolling! Notes and Numbers

Create Your Dream WeddingOn A Diy Budget

From the outset, couples need a firm timeline and some general ideas about the type of wedding they want, and Have one or two backup dates in mind in case your first choice isn’t possible. Stay on top of invoices, receipts and contracts with Google Docs, it’s a great way to share with anyone else who is involved.

Number of Guests

Who's paying for what and/or contributing:

Budget

Having One? Agreement Signed!We're Picking These Pros & Vendors

O�iciant

Planner

Deposit of $

Caterer

Deposit of $ due by

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Deposit of $

Bartender

Photographer

Deposit of $

Videographer

Deposit of $

Deposit of $

Deposit of $

Deposit of $

Hair Stylist

Make-up Artist

Limosine / Other Transportation

Miscellaneous Rentals

Florist

Band or DJ

Cake Baker

Maid/matron of honor and bridesmaids

Best man and groomsmen

Flower girl and ring bearer

Ceremony (Deposit of $ due by )

Reception (Deposit of $ due by )

Set up Wedding Website or Facebook Page

Open a Pinterest account (get inspired by pins here)

Ushers

The Wedding Party

Venue

due by

Deposit of $ due by

Need It? Got it!Additional Items to Choose and Buy

Wedding Bands

Invitations

Wedding Programs

Hers

His

Save the Dates

Doing It? Done!Here's What We are Doing Ourselves

Appetizers

Bouquets and corsages

Boutonnieres

Floral Centerpieces

Floral Decorations: Ceremony

Floral Decorations: Reception

Food

Cake

Drinks

Photos

Video

Music / Entertainment

Hair

Make-Up

Favors

Centerpieces

Decorations

Flowers

Entree(s)

Side Dishes

Dessert

Wedding Party Attire

Groom and groomsmen

Thank You Notes

Bride

Tuxedos or suits

Cummerbunds or vests

Shirts

Ties

Bridesmaids

Gowns

Hair decor

Shoes

Flower girl

Gown

Tiara

Shoes

Ring bearer

Suit or tuxedo

Shoes

Jewelry

Cu� links

Shoes

Ceremony Supplies and Decorations

Guest Book and Pen

Flower Girl Basket

Ring Bearer Pillow

Aisle Runner

Pew Decorations

Sand Ceremony or Unity Candle Set

Gown

Veil

Headpiece

Shoes

Jewelry

Garter

Doing It? Did it!Let's Not Forget to Do This!

Finalize Guest List

Send Save the Dates

Research and Meet Wedding License Requirements

Buy Wedding License

Register for Gifts

(in time to send invitessix weeks before the wedding)

(these three registries havethe most perks)

Reception Decorations (or DIY supplies to make)

Entrance arch or other decoration

Chair covers and sashes

Cummerbunds or vests

Shirts

Ties

Reception Supplies (or DIY supplies to make)

Place cards or escort cards

Favors

Card box

Suit or tuxedo

Shoes

Menus

Tableclothes

Silverware or plastic cutlery

Cake serving set

Plates

Glassware

Cu� links

Shoes

Backdrops

Lighting (Pinterest ideas here)

Wall decor

Ceiling drape (gossamer or tulle)

Head table decor

Centerpieces

Table numbers

Arrange Accommodations

Plan Rehearsal Dinner

Make a Seating Plan

For out-of-town guests

Fill Out Name Change Kit

Choose and Order Wedding Party Gifts

For honeymoon

Parents/grandparents

Bridesmaids/groomsmen

Flower girl/ring bearer

Doing It? Did it!Last Minute Details (week before)

Review Details With All Pros, Vendors, and Rentals

Assure Wedding Party Has Complete Ensembles

Organize Cash Fees and Tips Into Envelopes

Pack for Wedding Night and Honeymoon

Arrange for Mail to be Held

Bride

Groom

Bridesmaids

Groomsmen

Flower girl

Ring bearer

Her Mom

His Mom

Her Dad

His Dad

Clergy/o�iciant

Driver(s)

Bartender

Musicians

Other

Gather Everything for Rehearsal and Ceremony

Put Together a Bridal Emergency Kit (Examples are here)

Doing It? Did it!Last Second Details (day before)

Give Maid of Honor and Best Man Wedding Bands

Assign People to Important Tasks

Get Manicure and Last Minute Beauty Treatments

Marriage license to o�iciant/clergy

Miscellaneous items to ceremony and reception

Coordinate wedding party transportation

Tips and remaining payments paid

Gifts moved after reception

Rentals returned

Give Wedding Party Gifts

Attend Rehearsal and Dinner

Go To Bed Early!

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