countdown to ‘i do’: your essential 3-month wedding planning checklist

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Ladies and gentlemen, it’s 3 months ’til my wedding! The anticipation is building, the excitement is palpable, and the special day is just around the corner! As we inch closer to our wedding day, it’s time to kick our planning into high gear. With only three months left, there’s still plenty to do, but don’t worry – we’ve got this! If you’re also 3 months out to your wedding, these are the essential tasks and decisions that should be on your radar during this crucial period. From finalizing details with vendors to perfecting your wedding day look, let’s dive into the ultimate 3-month wedding planning checklist that will set the stage for your dream celebration.

  1. Finalize Guest List:
  2. Plan Rehearsal Dinner:
    • Choose a location and plan the rehearsal dinner for your bridal party and immediate family.
  3. Finalize Attire:
    • Schedule a final dress fitting and ensure all attire is on track for delivery.
    • Confirm that bridesmaids and groomsmen have their outfits ready.
  4. Finalize Ceremony and Reception Details:
  5. Purchase Wedding Rings:
    • Select and purchase your wedding rings.
    • Make sure they fit comfortably and get them resized if they do not.
  6. Hair and Makeup Trials:
    • Schedule and have your hair and makeup trials to finalize your wedding day look.
  7. Plan Transportation:
    • Arrange transportation for the wedding day, including any vehicles for the bridal party.
  8. Purchase Wedding Favors:
    • Choose and order wedding favors to show appreciation to your guests.
  9. Organize Pre-Wedding Events:
  10. Review Contracts:
    • Go through all vendor contracts to ensure all details are correct.
  11. Start Finalizing Seating Chart:
    • Begin organizing your seating chart for the reception.
  12. Send Out Thank-You Notes:
    • Begin sending thank-you notes for any early wedding gifts you’ve received.

With each passing day, your wedding vision is coming to life, and the countdown to your “I do’s” is getting shorter. The past three months have been a whirlwind of decisions, appointments, and preparations, all leading to this one monumental moment. As you check off the final items on your checklist, remember to take a deep breath and savour the journey. Your wedding day will soon be here, a day filled with love, joy, and the memories of the remarkable journey that brought you to this point. So embrace the final stages of planning, and get ready to embark on the incredible adventure of a lifetime. Here’s to the next chapter and the beautiful celebration that awaits!

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