12 Month Wedding Planning Checklist

This blog is to assist in planning your wedding from today, up until your wedding day.

Remember, as you continue planning, I am here to help wherever and however I can. Being part of over 300 weddings in various capacities, I can play devils advocate for any situation or come up with new ideas that suit you as a couple.

Truly, I hope this helps you keep organized. If you need a PDF copy for printing, just let me know - LindsayStayton@gmail.com

QUICK TIP ON BOOKING VENDORS:

A minimum of 9 months out do you want to have all of your FAVORITE vendors solidified. Most small vendors are a one person or small operation. Therefore, dates get eaten up fast! Clients book anywhere from 6-24 months in advance of their wedding day. 

QUICK TIP ON INVITES/RSVP's:

You want your Saved The Dates out 6 months in advance and your invites out 3 months in advance. Remember to set your RSVP 30 days out so you have plenty of time to track down those no responses. All vendors that need a guest list will need to know a minimum of 2 weeks or 14 days from your wedding in order to ensure enough food and supplies are present for your day!

QUICK TIP ON YOUR DAY OF:

Schedule some alone time with your new spouse/partner. There is very little time alone on your wedding day and going for a walk, or making out in the alley should be part of your time. Heck, don't even ask your photographer to follow. 

I always suggest this to couples because Brian, on our wedding day, noticed I was very very overwhelmed and asked me to step away from the party with him. We went and just sat in the Green Room at Anodyne to breathe before the larger portion of the night started. If we wouldn't have done that, we wouldn't have seen each other the rest of the night. I was off entertaining my portion of the guests and he was off entertaining his. 

So, be sure to spend time alone together at some point. Need more tips on making this happen, ask! I am here to help :)

QUICK TIP ON VENDOR REVIEWS AFTER THE WEDDING:

It truly means the world to hear from our couples. Our biggest piece of marketing is YOU, so thank you in advance.

If you are unsure where to leave a review, just ask, we have plenty of suggestions. 

Additionally, are you struggling on what to write? Just write from the heart and any favorite memories you have from working with the specific vendor you are reviewing. Personal stories are key!

Lastly, if you have anything negative to say, don't hesitate to let us know directly. Honestly, we would love to hear from you directly with any negative feedback so we can correct it or make it right.