Countdown Checklist

Wedding Countdown Checklist

The countdown is on, and to help keep things stress-free and on track, here’s a handy checklist to guide you every step of the way.

12+ Months Before

• Set a budget

• Choose a date & venue

• Book your celebrant (hello! )

• Create your guest list

• Lock in key vendors (photographer, videographer, planner, etc.)

9–12 Months Before

• Shop for wedding attire

• Send save-the-dates

• Plan ceremony style & vibe

• Book entertainment/music

• Hire caterer (if needed)

6–9 Months Before

• Finalise guest list

• Organise accommodation for guests (if needed)

• Choose your wedding party

• Start vow writing (if doing your own)

• Meet with your celebrant to start the ceremony plan

3–6 Months Before

• Order rings

• Finalise flowers, decor, and styling

• Choose readings or special rituals for your ceremony

• Confirm all vendors

• Plan your honeymoon

1–2 Months Before

• Apply for your official Notice of Intended Marriage - leave this one to me!

• Final dress/suit fittings

• Send invites

• Write final vows and share with celebrant

• Meet with your celebrant to go over final ceremony details

1–2 Weeks Before

• Confirm timeline with all vendors

• Pack wedding day essentials

• Rehearse ceremony if you want one

• Get marriage licence paperwork ready

• Final beauty/hair appointments

Day Before

• Rest and hydrate

• Layout outfits, rings & paperwork

• Touch base with your celebrant

• Breathe — you’re getting married!

Wedding Day

• Eat something

• Be present

• Soak it all in

• Say “I do” and enjoy every second!