Decide on your ceremony, meet the celebrant and book your date with them - this is your day so you should choose your venue, hymns and readings very carefully

Book your photographer / videographer.  It is important to have an "engagement" shoot so that you are aware of the way the photographer works.  Have a look at their work and make sure that you LIKE them!  They are very important to your day. Wedding photographers get booked up early, make sure they can do the date you need

Choose bridesmaids / bestman / any other attendants.  Make them aware of the date and anything you would like assistance with

Arrange wedding insurance - this is vital to safeguard your deposits / final payments.  We can recommend insurance companies to you

Order Bridal gown and any Bridesmaids outfits and accessories.  Make sure you have a material swatch of the wedding colour to match stationery, flowers, accessories, etc

Arrange hairdresser / make up artist.  Most will offer you a trial, to see how you would like to look on your day.  If you are having fresh flowers in your hair, please make sure you ask the hairdresser how long she needs the stem, as she will have to entwine it into your hair

Book your flowers.  The florist will also guide you on designs for your bouquet dependent on your dress design.  You do not want to hide your fairytale dress behind a large display!  The florist will also work closely with your venue to make your day complete and don't forget how heavy your bouquet will be, make sure there is someone around to take it off you when necessary

Order invitations / Stationery.   Stationery should match from invitations, to place cards, order of service and thank you cards.  Your stationery says a lot about you and your day, so make sure you choose wisely.  You can obtain samples from suppliers, so you have the chance to decide without being rushed

Book the honeymoon - or let your partner do it as a surprise!!  Make sure you are aware of any jabs you need and/or visas.  Talk to your travel agent about your change of name and take their advice regarding your passport and/or visa

Choose your music and hymns.  You need to discuss your requirements for entry and exit music with the celebrant.   Don't forget to think about your first dance of the evening!!

Order your wedding cake.  It is traditional to have three tiers, keeping the top for the christening cake of your first child.  Most brides are opting to have a mixture of fruit, sponge and/or chocolate cakes for their day.  You can also choose sugar flowers for the top which can be kept forever as a memento of your big day.  Alternatively, your florist can do an arrangement or you can purchase a cake top

Arrange your transport.  There are lots of different ways to get you there, including cars, horse drawn carriages or even a fire engine!  Make sure you know what the price includes, is there any extra charge for photographs, waiting time or a return trip

Send wedding / evening invitations

Order Grooms/ Bestmans/ Ushers outfits        

Arrange gift list

Buy your rings

Finalise menus and wine selections

Organise Hen / Stag Parties

Choose thank you gifts for family and attendants

Dress rehearsal for ceremony

Dress and Outfits fittings

Arrange seating plans

Dress rehearsal for hair and make-up

Check travel documents and arrangements

Prepare speeches

Have a final meeting with the venue to go through your big day

Finalise arrangements with florist

Collect your wedding cake and deliver it to your venue

Collect your wedding outfits and arrange for them top be taken back (if hired)

Deliver your table plans, favours and place cards to the venue