PLAN AND PREPARE YOUR WEDDING
GUIDE WITH STEPS AND TIPS
FIRST STEPS
Framework of the wedding ceremony: Civil wedding ceremony, Church wedding or Free wedding ceremony?
Which service providers do you want to hire? A Wedding Planner?
Catering, if not offered by the location, Cake supplier/pastry shop, Party rental, Florist, Photographer, Videographer, Wedding singer/duo
Band or DJ
The location
Determine desired date/time frame (think about vacations, vacations and public holidays)
Determine approximate number of guests
Think about the wedding style or theme (tip: create a mood board and dream)
Roughly estimate the budget:
Artists for the entertainment program
Childcare needed?
Chauffeur/wedding limousine/coach
For a free wedding ceremony: wedding speaker
How would you like to celebrate? Indoor or outdoor ceremony?
Research the location to match the wedding style or theme.
12 MONTHS BEFORE THE WEDDING PART 1
When will the marriage be and with whom?
Set a date, possibly coordinate with the most important guests
Think about whether you want to celebrate with or without children
Determine the wedding style or theme
Think about the color concept, if relevant to the wedding style
Order sample cards to match the wedding style/color concept
Compare researched locations
Select and compare the most suitable ones
Make a binding booking for the location (Optional: take out wedding insurance/wedding weather insurance)
Check liability insurance if you want to use a private location or private equipment
Who will accompany you at your wedding?
Choose and ask:
Maid of honor
Bridesmaids, Bridesmaid, Flower children
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Set up an account with the organization app
Create a WhatsApp group
Invite companions/helpers to join you
12 MONTHS BEFORE THE WEDDING PART 2
Create a guest list
Order and send out save-the-date reminders, cards or letters.
Research accommodation for out-of-town guests and reserve room allotments.
Obtain offers from service providers, select and book:
Artists for the entertainment program, Childcare, Wedding limousine, Wedding carriage
Wedding speaker or Wedding Planner
Catering, if not offered by location, Cake supplier / pastry shop
Party rental, Florist, Photographer, Videographer, Wedding singer/duo, Band, DJ
Create a detailed budget plan
Apply for financing if required
Choose wedding outfit for bride and groom.
Honeymoon
Request vacation
Choose and book your destination
Check papers and vaccination status
Organize pet care
LESS THAN 12 MONTHS BEFORE THE WEDDING
Plan the procedure
Arrange a meeting with the priest, discuss the schedule
Arrange a meeting with the wedding speaker, discuss the schedule
Plan the course of the ceremony
Plan responsibilities
Discuss program with maids of honor and best men
Plan catering concept
Rehearsal of dinner
Plan decoration concept
Plan bachelorette party or set and delegate date
Decide on a last name
Compile the required papers
Have a marriage contract set up if desired
Choose wedding rings
Have wedding rings engraved
Book a trial styling at the hairdressing/beauty salon
Book appointments for the wedding day at the same time
Book a dance class
Create a gift list
Design text for invitation cards
6-4 MONTHS BEFORE THE WEDDING
Register your wedding at the registry office or community
Order and send wedding invitations
3 – 5 months beforehand:
Order the rest of the wedding necessities like
Seating plan, Menu plan, Drinks menu, place cards, Table numbers, Welcome sign, Church booklet or guest book
Extras (tear drop handkerchiefs,
gift boxes, tags etc.)
Update guest list: Has everyone replied?
Inform the location of any incompatibilities/wishes
Get decorations
Order wedding cake
Choose texts and songs for the ceremony
If you are celebrating without a DJ/band: Create a playlist
Choose or order guest gifts
Pick up your wedding outfits for bride and groom
WEEKS BEFORE THE WEDDING
Obtain flower baskets for the flower children and do a trial run
Pick up wedding rings
Try the outfit on again – does everything still fit? Have it altered if necessary
Test shoes
Order thank you cards for service providers
Buy items and prepare for the honeymoon
Briefly coordinate with all service providers
Finalize the number of guests and inform the location
Dress rehearsal
Rehearse entrance ceremony with music
Coordinate apartment/house management once again
Pack suitcases for the honeymoon (week before)
Get money in the currency of the vacation destination
Get an emergency kit for the wedding day
Pedicure, manicure, Cosmetic treatment
DAYS BEFORE THE WEDDING
Prepare the papers and wedding rings
Collect cash for tips and any fees, prepare envelopes with thank you cards and tips
Order a cab (arrange pick-up for the return journey at the same time)
Check the routes to the wedding venue/celebration location – are there any detours/construction sites?
For outdoor weddings, check the weather forecast and prepare a “plan B” if necessary
ONE DAY BEFORE THE WEDDING
Prepare the wardrobe
Set up and decorate/check if everything is going well
Check the weather
Charge cell phones/power banks
Take your pet(s) to childcare or have them picked up
Go to bed in time before the big day.
ON THE BIG DAY
Make-up and hairstyle
Dressing (allow enough time)
Distribute bouquets and flowers
Most importantly: RELAX and ENJOY!
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