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Welcome Congratulations on your engagement! You are about to start one of the most amazing

times of your life and this is where the fun really gets going as you begin to plan your dream wedding day.

Okay, before you get started. Rule number one: planning your dream wedding day does not have to be stressful. There is still a year or maybe more until your big day and you might feel there is time to relax, but now really is the time to get super-duper organised, so when your big day arrives you’ll be totally relaxed and enjoy every moment.

Every wedding is different, so read through the planner and familiarise yourself with the task ahead - it’s a big one! Take each step one at a time, tick off your successes as you go and before you know it you will be making your dream wedding day a reality!

Good luck

3 Great tips to save you moreOFF-PEAk discOunTsdon’t be shy about asking venues about their ‘off peak’ packages and late availability deals. You can make great savings when booking these packages. Also, picking a weekday instead of a weekend or a day that is out of season could save you funds on other suppliers too who may offer weekday discounts. This can cut the cost of your reception venue by as much as half.

diY TOuchEsThese days weddings are all about personal touches, so why not make a few things yourself and stamp your own personality on the day? The easiest things to make are cupcake favours, chairback details and hanging decorations like pom poms or bunting.

FAmilY TAlEnTsmake sure you tap into the talents of your nearest and dearest. someone who loves baking could be enlisted to make your wedding cake and a close friend or your chief bridesmaid could do your hair and make-up on the day. These are all avenues worth exploring, it’ll make your loved ones feel valued and a special part of your day and you can save money at the same time.

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This wedding planner should be used as a guide only

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* 12 Months or More Before the Wedding

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* 9 To 11 Months Before the Wedding

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* 6 To 8 Months Before the wedding

* 4 To 5 Months Before the Wedding

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* 3 Months Before the Wedding

* 2 Months Before The Wedding

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* 1 Month Before the Wedding

* 2 Weeks Before the Wedding

* 1 Week Before the Wedding

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* 1 Day Before

* Your Wedding Day!

* Post Wedding Day

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Wedding Plan Checklist 12 Months or More Before the WeddingAnnounce your engagement

choose your engagement ring

decide on a wedding date and start searching wedding venues

send save the date cards/emails to close family and friends

Visit wedding fayres/look through bridal magazines, search the internet to gain ideas and inspiration for your big day

decide the style and theme of your wedding

make a list of what is important to you for a wedding this will help determine your budget

discuss the wedding budget and who will pay for what

Find a wedding officiant (the person who will marry you) and apply for the necessary licence's

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BEgin YOuR sEARch FOR VEndORs:

Find your Bridal gown

get the boys to sort out Formal suit hire

Photographer

Videographer

Live Music, Disco, Entertainers or bands (if needed)

Caterer (if needed)

Florist

Wedding Transport

hair and Beauty stylist

Bridesmaid dresses

Wedding cake

shoes and Accessories

Wedding lingerie

Venue decoration/chair covers

If you the vendor is available on your chosen date book them IMMEDIATELY!

compile a preliminary guest list

Finalise your wedding colours, theme and style

Choose your bridesmaids, groomsmen, ushers, flower girl and ring bearer. Ensure they are aware of what their duties are

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9 To 11 Months Before the Wedding

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6 To 8 Months Before the weddingstart planning ceremony and reception music choices

start looking at invitation designs

If you haven't already, purchase your wedding gown, veil and accessories

Finalise and order/purchase attire for your attendants

sign up for your gift registry/honeymoon donation

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4 To 5 Months Before the WeddingContact your florist and finalise your arrangements

Order Wedding stationery (invitations, envelopes, order of service etc)

Book you wedding transport

Arrange accommodation for out of town guests (book blocks of hotel rooms if possible. Gather suggestions for other accommodation to be included in your invite)

make sure you reserve room for you and your partner on your wedding night if you have not already done so

choose your wedding cake

decide on your wedding decorations including favours

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3 Months Before The WeddingOrder your wedding cake

Finalise your guest list

Meet with your wedding officiant to discuss details of the ceremony

choose gifts for your attendants and parents

Groom and male members of the wedding party to arrange for a suit fitting

Reconfirm honeymoon arrangements

start writing your wedding vows, if you are doing them yourself

send out your invitations

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2 Months Before The WeddingMeet with vendors to finalise arrangements

schedule a hair and makeup trial with a consultant

start making/buying wedding favours

Finalise music selections for the ceremony and reception

if changing your name, complete the proper documents

Meet with officiant to finalise ceremony details

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1 Month Before the Weddingmeet with your photographer, for your pre-wedding meeting and location shoot.

This is a good time to discuss a list of required pictures you would like

start working on your seating plan

Decide and confirm your wedding vows and ensure your officiant has been sent copies

Confirm all final payment amounts with your vendors as well as dates, times etc

collect marriage licence

Confirm Honeymoon reservations

Arrange for a final wedding dress fitting

Make sure the men have their final suit fitting

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2 Weeks Before the Weddingcontact any guests you have not received an acceptance from

Finalise seating chart

Confirm delivery time and locations with florist

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1 Week Before the WeddingCollect wedding gown, bridesmaid, flower girl dresses and accessories

Give final guest numbers to venue/receptions/caterer

Reconfirm everything with vendors one last time

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After Your Wedding Day if you are due to leave for honeymoon straight after the wedding day

you need to ensure the following:

Any formal attire such as suits that have been hired for the day are returned the next working day in good order to the vendor. (perhaps delegate this task to the best man or a member of the wedding party)

Ensure the venue is aware of any table decorations or chair covers that have been hired for the wedding from florists or venue decoration companies are stored safely for collection to ensure any refundable deposits are returned. (perhaps delegate this task to the best man or a member of the wedding party)

Ensure thank you notes for any gifts or donations are sent out no later than 3 months after your wedding date

1 Day BeforeAttend rehearsal (if you are having one)

have a manicure/pedicure

Confirm wedding day transportation

Reconfirm hair and make appointments for the wedding day

Confirm all duties required with the wedding party

Try to get an early night and relax!

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Your Wedding Day!Have breakfast, even if you think you aren't hungry

have your hair and makeup done

Begin dressing two hours before ceremony is scheduled to begin

Take a deep breath, relax and most importantly enjoy your big day!

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