Wedding Checklist

Yeah my checklist done in excel format. hehehe...

9 to 12 Months:
- set your wedding date. Pick a few dates, just in case your desired venues are not available.
- Discuss with parents and future in-laws on the style & size of wedding ceremony.
- set a budget.
- Book a wedding consultant / planner.
- Book a date and the ceremony venue.
- Begin your guest list.
- Source for reception venues that suit your taste and budget.
- Organize and file all important documents in a systematic order. Keep a separate file for payments and receipts. This will help you keep track of what has been done, what needs to be done and also manage all your expenses.
- Begin shopping for your bridal dress and bridal accessories.

6 to 9 Months:
- Confirm and book your venues if you haven’t done so.
- Select your attendants’ bridesmaid, best man. Inform them about their duties.
- Select the bridal boutique, followed by the bridal dress and suits.
- Search for reputable hair & wedding makeup artist.
- Select your favourite caterar and menu.
- Shop for bridal accessories like bridal shoes and jewellery.
- Help mothers of the bride and groom choose their dresses.
- Research and book your wedding photographer / Videographer.

3 to 6 Months:
- be sure deposits are paid and contracts signed.
- Work on the final arrangements’ programs for wedding day, entertainment, etc.
- Order your wedding cake.
- Final confirmation on wedding venue.
- Visit your hair and wedding makeup stylist/s. Discuss and try out different looks.
- Ensure bridal dress and suits are ready for photography.
- Have studio/outdoor wedding photography taken.
- Choose / buy wedding rings and hantarans.
- Start finalizing plans for your honeymoon.
- Arrange wedding transportation.
- Arrange out-of-town guest accommodations.

1 to 3 Months:
- Print wedding cards.
- Reconfirm for catering menu details and food tasting.
- Confirm travel arrangements and hotel bookings for your honeymoon.
- Check your passbook availability and obtain a visa (if required).
- Decide venue decorations details with the wedding planner or hotel.
- Choose wedding favors / gifts for attendants.
- Mail wedding cards.
- Have a final fitting at the bridal boutique.
- Finalize your transport, flower and entertainment arrangements.
- Choose henna designer and design.
- Arrange for rehearsal if necessary at least one week before the wedding.
- Prepare payment envelopes for the fees and gratuities; Eg. Your jurunikah, organist, etc.
- Practice wearing your bridal shoes (at home or indoors) avoid blister feet on your wedding day.
- Ask relatives and friends to help at the wedding and reception.
- Buy your guest book.

2 to 3 Weeks:
- Confirm final wedding tentative.
- Finalize seating arrangement for VVIP/VIP, family and guest banquet.
- Arrange your head table seating.
- Pack for your honeymoon.

1 Week:
- Have your rehearsal (if applicable).
-One last fitting of your bridal dress to ensure the size fits as there can sometimes be drastic weight loss due to nervousness as the big day approaches.
- Book a relaxing massage or spa to soothe away stress you have built up over the months.
- Rest and eat well, drink lots of water so you’ll be absolutely fresh for the big day.

1 Day ahead:
- Get a henna.
- Pack things to take to the wedding site.

On your Big Day:
- Take a good breakfast.
- Have your hair/tudung and makeup done.
- Enjoy the day.

After Wedding Day:
- If you are going away on your honeymoon immediately, ask someone to help you tie up loose ends such as returning of loaned / rental items.
- Send ‘Thank You’ cards / sms even if abroad as it shows you have not forgotten the help of those who had offered their assistance.

GOOD LUCK!