15 DIY Steps - 12 Months Before Your Wedding Day

It takes approximately a year to plan a wedding and there are 15 basic steps you should start with 12 months before your special day.

1. Announce your engagement
2. Set your wedding date    
3. Create a budget and keep a folder for receipts
4. Create your guest list
5. Start brainstorming ideas and themes
6. Reserve your Ceremony location
7. Book an Officiate
8. Make reservations for your Reception area
9. Book a Photographer and/or Videographer
10. Book a Caterer, Florist and Music (Band, DJ, etc.)
11. Look for a Wedding gown and Tux, schedule time for alterations and fittings
12. Register for gifts
13. Select and call the bridesmaids and groomsmen.
14. Agree on a date to order bridesmaids’ dresses and groomsmen’s tuxes
15. Choose a destination for your Honeymoon (Apply for Passports)

If you do not plan to hire a Wedding Planner, you can delegate certain tasks to a friend or family member who you both agree would be the best person to handle finding a photographer, florist, or who might know a really great caterer. Planning a wedding can get hectic so don't forget to take time out and have fun too.

Renee'