Twelve months is the sweet spot for most weddings: long enough to get the venue and vendors you want, short enough to keep momentum.
12 months out
Set the budget, draft the guest list and book the venue and date.
9 months out
Book the photographer, caterer, band or DJ and florist. Send save-the-dates.
6 months out
Finalize the design, order attire and stationery and plan the rehearsal dinner.
3 months out
Menu tasting, invitations out, rentals and transport confirmed.
Wedding week
Rehearsal, final payments and a minute-by-minute timeline for everyone involved.
