8-7 months …
� Book photographer and / or videographer .
� Book florist .
� Book DJ or Band .
� Decide if you would like to have a bridal registry or a wishing well , and research bridal registry options .
� Purchase your dress and record the deposit in your budget planner .
� Research cake artists .
� Research stationery supplier . Decide on a theme that reflects the style of your wedding .
Tip : If you would like to make your own invitations research cost and take into consideration how much time it will take you to make the invitations , wishing well cards , RSVP cards , additional information inserts , and thank you notes . It may be more beneficial and cost affective to have someone make them for you .
� Research make-up artists and hair dressers .
� Go over music list from DJ / Band and start thinking about your song choices for the ceremony , reception and first dance . Keep your choices in line with your theme / style of wedding .
� Research Honeymoon locations .
� Research caterers if they are not included in your venue .
6-5 months …
� Get together with your bridesmaids and go dress shopping .
� Book hair & make-up trials . Record the deposits paid in your budget planner .
Tips : Include manicures , facials , waxing , fake tan and hair conditioning treatments , if you haven ’ t already started these treatments . Do not leave these to the final month before the wedding . If anything goes askew you have time to correct the problem or find another supplier .
� Organise suit fittings for the Groom and Groomsmen . Record the deposits in your budget planner .
� Book the accommodation for your wedding night . Make sure it ’ s the bridal suite !