A Wedding Planning Checklist You Can Do From Home

Here is an easy wedding planning checklist that you can work on from the comfort of your couch. Many cities are on a stay-at-home order in efforts to minimize the spread of Coronavirus. You may be at home wondering what to do with yourself for the next few weeks and this is the perfect time for you to catch up or get ahead on your wedding planning!

1. Work on the guest list – create a guest list, narrow down who you plan to invite and collect addresses

For additional help with your guest list, read our blog post, “How to Create a Wedding Guest List”

2. Write thank you cards for any gifts you’ve received
3. Write your vows
4. Schedule virtual meetings with your vendors
5. Make a shot list for your photographer
6. Ask your DJ for the list of songs they will need – this is a great time to research songs for First Dance, grand entrance, etc.
7. Research gifts for the wedding party
8. Practice your first dance in your living room
9. Think about what you want to use for send off
10. Research wedding dress styles and save some inspiration images

For additional help read our blog post “Tips for Wedding Dress Shopping”

11. Work on your registry
12. Research any vendors you haven’t hired yet – look at reviews, website and/or social media for their portfolio and a feel of personality
13. Research bridesmaid dresses – colors and style
14. Work on hotel room blocks
15. Research and reserve rehearsal dinner location
16. Research invitation wording
17. Ask to work on your day of timeline with your planner or your photographer
18. Order save the dates – plenty of time to stuff envelopes and address them
19. Create your wedding website
20. Research guest book ideas
21. Think of the processional order and how you want to pair your bridesmaid and groomsmen
22. Ask your officiant for virtual pre-marital counseling
23. Research locations with your photographer for your engagement session
24. Research an outfit for your engagement session

Allison Jeffers, Texas wedding photographer, has some great tips and links for “What to Wear to Your Engagement Session for Spring/Summer” or “What to Wear for your Engagement Session for Fall/Winter”

25. Research outfits for your bachelorette party, engagement party, bridal shower, etc.
26. Research signature drinks or set up a virtual meeting with your bartending company to talk about some recipes

If you are navigating through this and need the support of a wedding professional. I am available for a no charge 30 minute consult. Click here to schedule a support call with us!

Bianca Nichole and Co is an Austin based wedding planner, and also serves the North and South Carolina area.