Every bride and groom have their own idea of what they think is important in creating a successful wedding. The challenge for most though is that they may forget some important activities and items for their event. This can happen especially during the last stages of the planning. To avoid such mishaps, it will be a good idea if you will create your own wedding checklist so that you will not overlook or forget anything. There are even some wedding websites that offer a printable version of their wedding checklist that you can also use to track your progress.
Having a checklist is necessary even if you have a good budget to hire a wedding consultant. Most of the time, your wedding consultant will create a customized wedding checklist for you while you still play an important role in creating your wedding. However, you should still need to prepare a significant fee for them since professional help does not come cheap. Professional wedding planners make around $1900 to $2850 USD according to a report. But keep in mind that this still depend on the type of job you want them to do and the length of time you want them to work with you.
If you are not going to hire a wedding you will need to make your own wedding checklist. Your wedding checklist should be made in order of importance to the least ones. Having a time frame for each task should also be given. So you will know when you can accomplish each and if you are still on the right track. You will need to have a proper budget for your wedding planning, and then after that create your wedding checklist.
For example, you should include your wedding reception in the top list to find and budget. You should give yourself some time to scout some places and find the best one until that will your budget will allow you. Your bridal gown and stunning bridal jewelry set should also be given priority since bridal shops require you to select your gown six months before the wedding so they can do the necessary alteration for the gown.
Your unique bridesmaids gifts, wedding favors, wedding centerpieces, and reception decor should also be part of your checklist and should have the necessary time frame for each. Your list can go on and on. Include everything you think is necessary for the wedding and make sure that you start planning early so you do not overlook any items for the event.