Final To-Do’s: 1-3 Months Before the Wedding

The last few months before your wedding are all about finalizing details and preparing for the big day. Here’s what you need to prioritize:

1-3 Months Before

• Work with Your Day-of Coordinator: If you haven’t already booked one, now’s the time to secure a coordinator to ensure everything runs smoothly. Review and finalize your wedding day timeline, confirm vendor arrival times, and share key contacts.
• Calligraphy Artist: Finalize and order any custom signage, seating charts, or place cards. Give them your final guest list to avoid last-minute changes.
• Bakery: Confirm the design, flavors, and delivery details of your wedding cake or dessert.

1 Month Before

• Finalize Rentals & Orders: Provide your final guest count to your rental company, florist, and caterer. Ensure any last-minute details are locked in, such as specialty chairs, linens, or additional décor.
• Confirm All Vendors: Double-check the logistics with each vendor, including arrival times, setup needs, and payment schedules. Share your finalized timeline with everyone.
• Apply for Your Marriage License: Depending on your state, marriage licenses are typically valid for 30-60 days. Be sure to check your local regulations and schedule a time to get this done!
• Schedule Ring Cleaning: Bring your rings to your jeweler for professional cleaning so they’re sparkling for the big day—and your photos!
• Break in Wedding Shoes: Wear your wedding shoes around the house to avoid blisters and ensure they’re comfortable for the day.
• Pack Wedding Day Essentials: Start assembling a bag with everything you’ll need for the day—your dress, accessories, emergency kit, and a copy of the timeline.
• Finalize Wedding Favors or Welcome Bags: If you’re providing favors or welcome bags for guests, now’s the time to finish assembling them and plan their delivery.
• Prepare a Thank-You Speech: If you plan to say a few words at your reception, jot down some heartfelt notes to thank your guests and vendors.
• Share your timeline with family members and wedding party: This ensures a smooth operation of your day so the special people in your life know where they need to be and where.
• Let family members know they need to stay for family formals: For those of your family who are in family photos, please let them know they need to be in attendance for family photos, where that is taking place and when.

By tackling these to-dos in the final months, you’ll ensure everything is organized and you can enjoy your wedding day stress-free!