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Wedding Planning Checklist
To plan the perfect celebration, use this comprehensive checklist, with a timeline based on the 16-month length of the
average engagement.
Sixteen to Nine Months Before
Start a wedding folder or binder. Select type of
Hire a planner/consultant.
wedding, location, theme #of guests, time of day.
Reserve your date and venues.
Work out your budget and how expenses will
be shared.
Book your Officiant/Priest/Minister/Rabbi.
Pick your wedding party and determine color scheme.
Research photographers, bands, florists, and caterers.
Start the guest list.
Throw an engagement party.