There’s a lot to remember when organising a wedding, so our checklist will help you stay on track of what to do and when to do it.
Twelve months to go (or immediately if you have a shorter lead time)
- Fix your budget
- Decide on your wedding date and book your minister or registrar, discussing arrangements and legal requirements with them
- Book your reception venue (if different) and if required, a caterer
- Book your photographer/videographer and discuss your requierments with them
- Draft your guest list
- Send out save the date cards
- Start looking for your dress and remember most shops need at least a six-month lead time for a made-to-measure gown to be delivered
- Choose your bridesmaids (and their dresses), ushers and best man