Indian weddings are elaborate and grand affairs that involve a lot of planning and coordination. Whether you're the bride or groom, or a member of the wedding party, it's essential to have a comprehensive wedding planning checklist to ensure that everything runs smoothly. Here's a month-by-month breakdown of the tasks you'll need to take care of in the lead up to your big day.
12 Months Before the Wedding:
Set a budget
Determine the wedding date and venue
Start a guest list
Choose a wedding planner (if needed)
Discussing the wedding's price, location, and other vital details with your partner and the people who will be paying for it a year before the ceremony is crucial. If you're planning a destination wedding, you must decide as soon as possible on a location and venue. Making a wedding budget will make the other processes, such as deciding on locations, guest counts, etc., simple for you. When you know roughly how much money you have to spend and how many guests will attend, you can start looking at wedding venues. Make sure you visit each location in person and inquire about the number of guests it can hold.
9-11 Months Before the Wedding:
Finalise the guest list
Choose a wedding theme
Select a wedding photographer and videographer
Book a wedding band or DJ
Start dress shopping
6-8 Months Before the Wedding:
Choose wedding attire for the bride and groom
Finalise the wedding menu
Choose wedding favours and gifts
Select a florist and decorator
Send out save-the-date cards
3-5 Months Before the Wedding:
Send out wedding invitations
Book transportation for the wedding party
Finalise the wedding program
Choose wedding cakes
Select hair and makeup artists
1-2 Months Before the Wedding:
Confirm details with vendors
Finalise seating arrangements
Plan the rehearsal dinner
Pack for the honeymoon
Get marriage licence
1 Week Before the Wedding:
Finalise the wedding day schedule
Meet with the wedding planner
Confirm final details with vendors
Have a final fitting for the wedding attire
You should unwind and be ready for the big day a week before it occurs. Get a body massage and a spa treatment, as well as a bridal manicure and pedicure. In the event of an emergency close to your wedding day, having an emergency pack filled with necessities like bandages, cotton, painkillers, etc. can ensure you are well-prepared.
On the Wedding Day:
Enjoy the special day, everything is taken care of!
Finally, check in with the wedding planner the day before the wedding to make sure everything is in order and to see if anything is needed on your end. Remember to obtain a good night's sleep, stay hydrated, and consume plenty of energy-boosting meals.
The burden of organising your own wedding might be alleviated by using this comprehensive Indian wedding preparation checklist.
