Your 6-Month Wedding Countdown Checklist
March 5, 2025
The final six months before your wedding are crucial for bringing all the details together. This comprehensive checklist will help you stay organized and ensure nothing is overlooked as you count down to your special day.
6 Months Before
Major Planning Tasks
- Book your wedding dress appointment
- Start researching and meeting with photographers
- Begin planning your honeymoon
- Start collecting addresses for your guest list
- Research and book your wedding venue if not already done
Wedding Dress Shopping
This is the perfect time to start shopping for your wedding dress. Remember that most dresses take 6-8 months to arrive, and you'll need time for alterations.
Pro Tip: Use TryTheDress's virtual try-on tool to narrow down your style preferences before visiting boutiques.
4-5 Months Before
Vendor Bookings
- Book your photographer and videographer
- Secure your caterer
- Book your wedding cake baker
- Hire your wedding planner if you're using one
- Book your DJ or band
Wedding Party Planning
- Order bridesmaid dresses
- Order groomsmen suits
- Plan your wedding party gifts
- Schedule engagement photos
2-3 Months Before
Final Details
- Order your wedding invitations
- Plan your wedding ceremony details
- Book your hair and makeup artists
- Start planning your wedding day timeline
- Order wedding favors
Wedding Dress Fitting
Your dress should arrive around this time. Schedule your first fitting and plan for any necessary alterations.
Pro Tip: Take photos of your dress fittings to help visualize how it will look on your wedding day.
1 Month Before
Final Preparations
- Send out wedding invitations
- Finalize your guest list and seating chart
- Schedule your final dress fitting
- Plan your wedding day timeline in detail
- Confirm all vendor bookings
Personal Preparations
- Schedule your final hair and makeup trial
- Start breaking in your wedding shoes
- Plan your wedding day emergency kit
- Write your vows if you're writing your own
Remember that this timeline is a guide, and every wedding planning journey is unique. Adjust the timeline based on your specific needs and circumstances. The most important thing is to stay organized and not let the planning process overwhelm you. Take time to enjoy this special period in your life!