Planning a wedding can cost a lot of nerves, and even the most organized brides-to-be to the edge of desperation. If you want a big Party or a small wedding Ceremony in the registry office, the wedding planning is always connected with a whole lot of work. Better preserves a cool head and enjoys above all the time of joint preparation!
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So you find this easier, we have prepared the Following is a practical wedding checklist. Already completed tasks, you can simply check off! All To-dos are sorted classic according to months, so you no important points to the organization’t forget your wedding or late done.
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Wedding planning in a short time
Of course you can organise a wedding in a much shorter period of time, if you are celebrating a day of the week in the off-season. It’s supposed to be, for example, a Ceremony in a small circle outside of the big city, all that is probably a few months for planning. To book a lunch for 20 people, is, in principle, with a shorter lead-time is possible, as a Party with a Buffet and a DJ for about 80 people. Go down the list in both cases, just from the top down and does the tasks according to the order!
Shortly after the engagement
This is probably the most exciting Phase, and also that matters particularly. Because here you can set the base for your entire wedding. After you inform your Loved ones about the engagement, are equal to each amount. Wedding date, budget, guest list , and the part of the wedding celebration, in General, must finally be determined.
Underestimated, as quickly Venues and service providers are booked up! The largest and most important points you should do as soon as possible, then you have a little air and can take a little planning break.
- Wedding date set
There is a special appointment for you at heart? For example, a anniversary? But remember, A well-sounding date as 02.02.2022 will probably also choose a lot of other couples. Also takes on a vacation periods, holidays and sporting events such as world Championships.
Inspiration is everything
- Wedding folder
Here all documents and invoices file, as well as inspiration during the planning to collect.
- Rough framework for the wedding set
You should first agree on what is the extent of the wedding. Do you want a small private Ceremony in the garden or the great event venue for up to 200 people? Maybe you have already ideas from the style, theme or color scheme? You also first thoughts on wedding concept. To be engaged and possibly even a wedding planner?
How much should a wedding cost? You’ve already covered something? The costs also vary, depending on the number of guests, location and the features of the respective products.
- Preliminary guest list to create
Gives you a good Overview of the number of guests and any costs incurred. Read our article guest list
- Location search
Many Locations are already fully booked well in advance. Unbelievable, but true: A year before the wedding enough to look at now, barely noticeable. You have a desire Location, you should book them as soon as possible.
Approx. 1-1. 5 years in advance
- Photographer contact
Many photographers are also longer than a year in advance booked. Look around you, therefore, not necessarily in a timely manner to appropriate service providers. Look, who is sympathetic and whose style you like and get different offers.
Possibly. Engagement shoot to get to Know to make. The photos can be ideal for Save-the-Date and invitation cards.
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Church/registry office to pick and pastor/Trauredner requests
- Wedding concept develop
In what style/color/Motto you want to marry?
Collects the first ideas -for example, on a wall or glued newspaper clippings into your wedding-folder.
- Groomsmen appoint
Ask your groomsmen and bridesmaids, if you are you on your big day to be.
In all other plans and organizations, you should be well integrated with.
- Save-the-Date-send out cards
If your guests, give advance notice, you will get fewer Cancellations.
8-12 months before the wedding
- On the search for a Bridal dress make
The most wedding dresses after the fitting is individually supplied, some models have a delivery time of up to 6 months.
- First service provider requests
In addition to photographers and Traurednern especially DJs are booked up quickly. Florists and confectioners have also no endless capacities. Look, therefore, on the market in order and reserved your favorite service providers , in principle, as soon as possible.
- Wedding fairs to visit
Let yourselves on the wedding fairs to be inspired and to get to first service provider to know. Here you can benefit on top of that, often of super fair discounts.
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Inform you of what documents to the Registrar’s office needed and then find (missing papers, and documents, request)
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Honeymoon planning begin, and by the early bird discount benefit
6-8 months before the wedding
- Stationery design and invitations to send
Suitable for the General concept should be the wedding invitations are also your style.
- Official notification to the Registrar’s office
6 months in advance you to the Registrar’s office for your appointment to register.
It is a popular date, you can also inquire in advance, and try to reserve this appointment for you.
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Initial discussions with the representatives of the Church free of the speakers
- Budget check
Look how much you’ve already spent and whether you are still in your financial framework.
- Check: All the major service providers booked?
Did you for example, Bridal Styling, guest Transport, a champagne reception, a singer and decorating rental companies thinking? A program of entertainment do you wish to possibly? Browse the best in our business directory!
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Wedding rings choosing
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Florists book, flowers & decorative order
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According to bridesmaids dresses look
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Transportation for bride and groom & guest book
3-6 months before the wedding
- More stationery to implement
The design of the so-called
For example: the tears of joy sparkling wine cans, various signs, Church books, guestbook, guest gifts, stickers, etc.
Menu cards and Seating plan can be prepared; the actual printing takes place by means of any Changes, but often later.
- Groom Outfit get
Get yourself a haberdasher advice, which suit for your wedding out of the question
- Shop accessories
Bride: Shoes, Jewelry, Pantyhose, Lingerie, Bag, Garter Belt, Headpiece/Veil
Groom: shoes, socks, bow tie, pocket square and cufflinks
- Processes wedding set
What are the songs and lyrics to be delivered?
How to look of the day, what happened at what time?
Tips to get you in our article The perfect flow to your wedding
- Processes, with all service providers to discuss
Wedding planner, DJ/Band, flower decoration, Trauredner/pastor, photo/video count
The most important cake in your life: The wedding cake
- Wedding cake to order
A confectioner is for you to look, to taste, and size of the cake advice
Where appropriate, small Cupcakes or other cakes are also desired?
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Rehearsal Dinner & Buffet Selection
- Dance class
Do you have a wedding dance at the opening of the dance floor planned? For Ungebübte it takes a bit of time…
- If necessary. Book hotel rooms
For you as a wedding couple, or for guests from outside.
- Beauty program
Cosmetic treatments, Ernährungskur or sports program?
Your body give some time for these changes!
- If desired Polterabend organize
Where and when should the polder night to be celebrated? Who is invited? Who brings what? Salads, Snacks, and beverages schedule.
- Is needed in a child care?
Many of the children on the day of your wedding, it makes sense to deal with this and to engage a separate service, so that the parents relaxed with you, and you can celebrate.
Also a children’s corner / children table, or a few Surprises to delight in the Small
- New identity cards/passports apply for
If you want to directly after the wedding, the honeymoon to, the new passports in a timely manner. 2-3 months you should for the processing schedule, the sooner, the better!
1-3 months before the wedding
- Sample styling
Do you have a Hair & Makeup-stylist booked?
Discuss your wishes to your wedding hairstyle to your wedding Makeup with a sample appointment!
To the accessories such as veil, Faszinator or hair comb can be incorporated?
- Check the guest list to To – and Cancel
Have already given all the feedback on your invitation?
What is the final guest list? Want to recharge your other guests?
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Seating plan & schedule create/finalize
- Rest of the day-let stationery printing
Seating plan, table cards, menu & drinks, tickets, schedule, etc.
More than words: The wedding vows
- Wedding vows letter
?Would you like to have a few personal words along the way?
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Wedding dress again and, if necessary, last Changes, try to let
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‘re worried all the presents?
- Are done all the crafts and decorations?
Expose yourselves to the Stress to get everything done in the last week! Instead exploits the time and let the best man to help.
2-4 weeks before the wedding
- The final agreements to date, and the expiration of all service providers
Caterer, photographer, transportation, Hotel, flowers, cake, champagne reception, etc.
- Possibly. General rehearsal of the wedding Ceremony
?In a Church Wedding this is usually
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All the info to pass on to the master of ceremonies
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Final dress fitting after all of the Changes
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Have the shoes already?
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Wedding rings pick up
- Take all the Stress again time for you!
Approximately 1 week before the wedding
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Schedule of all service providers to distribute
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The Caterer/Location of the final number of guests submit
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Envelopes with a gratuity for the service provider to prepare
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Beauty Time: Manicure, Facial, Waxing, Hairdresser
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Wedding speech and vows finalize
1 day before the wedding
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All the papers & envelopes set
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Emergency bag pack (e.g., with plaster, stain remover, deodorant, etc.)
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Clothing & accessories ready
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The rings will not forget!
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The night separated spend, if you want it early, go to sleep
On the day of the wedding
- Relaxed pieces to get up early
You will be very excited and the first sparkling wine is immediately striking, so try at least a bite to eat!
- Set aside enough time for Getting Ready
2-3 hours for Make-up and Hairstyling should at least be scheduled.
Do you need help with your Bridal dress?
- The groom picks up the bride’s bouquet
According to ancient Tradition, the groom should pick up the bride’s bouquet, and those of his bride-to-be present, of course, but also directly from the florist can be delivered.
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All of the documents and the rings plugged in?
- Let’s go! Enjoy the first day of the Rest of your life together!
Yet Organizational tasks for the day, it should be hand over these tasks to groomsmen, parents or better yet, a master of ceremonies or wedding planner.
A few days after the wedding
- For guests, and service providers for the beautiful Celebration thank you
It is a photo by mobile phone, or a phone call is enough, but it’ll be pleased to hear about this little appreciation.
- First unpacking gifts and make a note of what needs to be paid to
So you can be included in the thank you card myself.
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Open bills to settle
- Hire items to return
To avoid additional costs, unless you have booked for only a certain period of time.
A few weeks after the wedding
- New ID card to pick up and all changes to apply
Employers, banks, insurance, health insurance, club memberships, E-Mail Accounts, cell phone contract, etc.
- Photos views, sorting and deductions to make
For you and for your guests!
Possibly. an Online gallery creation.
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Thank you cards print and ship design,
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Photo book
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Wedding dress cleaning and then for storage/packaging
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The periods of time are of course not binding and is intended to serve only as a guide. The tasks can vary depending on the season, location, and service providers.
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