timeline & tips

Getting Started

You’re engaged — congrats! From announcing your new relationship status to setting a big-day budget, here’s everything you need to do first.

Read More...

timeline & tips

12 months before

TO DO • Have you checked Getting Started? • Set up a wedding website

Read More...

timeline & tips

11 months before

TO DO • Search for a florist • Search for a videographer

Read More...

timeline & tips

10 months before

TO DO • Search for a band • Search for a DJ

Read More...

timeline & tips

9 months before

TO DO • Finalize your guest list • Update (or start) gift registry

Read More...

timeline & tips

8 months before

TO DO • Reserve blocks of hotel rooms for out-of-town guests • Send out save-the-date cards

Read More...

timeline & tips

7 months before

TO DO • Research invitation styles and wording • Choose wedding stationer

Read More...

timeline & tips

6 months before

TO DO • Order dresses for bridal party • Choose attire for groom and groomsmen

Read More...

timeline & tips

5 months before

TO DO • Update your gift registry • Plan and book your honeymoon

Read More...

timeline & tips

4 months before

TO DO • Book wedding night accommodations • Search for a transportation vendor

Read More...