Step By Step: Where It All Begins

“Life is not the amount of breaths you take, it’s the moments that take your breath away.”

-Hitch, Hitch

1. Create a Timeline:
   1. Choose your dream wedding date
   2. Develop a rough timeline for your dream wedding day to share with your venue and the vendors you’re reaching out to, ready to go!
2. Draft a Guest List:
   1. Create a preliminary list of guests to estimate the size of your wedding
3. Choosing a Venue:
   1. Research and visit potential venues
   2. Booking your venue is one of your first steps to reserving your special day! Venues are the quickest to book up so making this one of your first steps!
4. Hire a Photographer and/or Videographer:
   1. Remember every detail of your special day with one of the most important keepsakes you could reserve! Photographers and videographers are the second most quick to book up, so this is a great next step!
5. Select a Caterer:
   1. Consider the type of meal service (buffet, plated, etc.)
   2. Attend tastings and finalize the menu
6. Plan the Ceremony:
   1. Decide on the type of ceremony (religious ceremony, personal vows, etc)
   2. Work with your officiant to create a meaningful ceremony
7. Pick a Theme or Style:
   1. Decide on the overall aesthetic for your wedding
   2. This will guide decisions about decor, attire, and more!
8. Book Vendors:
   1. Secure other key vendors such as florists, musicians, DJ’s, bands, etc!
9. Create a Wedding Website:
   1. Share important details with guests
   2. Include information on accommodations, the registry, and RSVP options!
10. Send Save-the-Dates:
    1. Notify guests well in advance, especially for destination weddings with your website information included to streamline all your communications
11. Finalize Details:
    1. Confirm details with all vendors
    2. Plan any pre-wedding events (rehearsal dinner, bridal showers, bachelorette, etc)
12. Create a Seating Plan:
    1.  Decide on the seating arrangement for the reception
13. Organize Marriage License:
    1. Check the requirements for obtaining a marriage license in your location
14. Prepare for the Big Day:
    1.  Confirm logistics and details with the wedding party
15. Pack for the wedding day and night!
16. Enjoy Your Wedding:
    1. Finally, relax and savor the special moments of your big day!
17. Post-Wedding Tasks:
    1. Send thank-you notes.
18. Review and wrap up any outstanding payments!

Remember, flexibility is key, and unexpected things may arise. Stay organized, communicate with your partner, and enjoy the process as much as possible!