Planning a wedding involves numerous details and tasks. Here's a comprehensive wedding checklist to help you stay organized:

12+ Months Before

1. Set a Budget

2. Create a Gest List

3. Choose a Wedding Date

4. Select and Book the Venue

5. Hire a Wedding Planner

6. Research and Book Key Vendors (photographer, videographer, caterer, florist, etc.)

7. Start a Wedding Website t

8. Research and Book Accommodations for Guests

9. Begin Dress and Attire Shopping

10. Research and Book Officiant

11. Explore Transportation Options

12. Choose Wedding Party Members

8-12 Months Before:

1. Finalize Guest List
2. Order Save-the-Dates
3. Book Ceremony Musicians
4. Research and Book Reception Entertainment (DJ or band)
5. Start Planning Honeymoon
6. Begin Registry
7. Order Wedding Dress and Attire
8. Book Officiant
9. Choose Bridesmaids' Dresses
10. Reserve Rentals (chairs, tables, etc.)
11. Research and Book Caterer
12. Decide on Wedding Colors and Theme
13. Arrange Engagement Photo Session

6-8 Months Before:

1. Order Invitations
2. Book Hair and Makeup Artists
3. Purchase Wedding Rings
4. Plan Rehearsal Dinner
5. Book Hotel Room for Wedding Night
6. Finalize Reception Menu
7. Choose and Order Wedding Cake
8. Arrange Transportation for the Wedding Day
9. Schedule Dress Fittings
10. Confirm Ceremony Details (readings, vows, etc.)

4-6 Months Before:

1. Plan Bachelor/Bachelorette Parties
2. Arrange Wedding Party Attire
3. Choose and Order Wedding Favors
4. Finalize Guest Accommodations
5. Order Wedding Invitations
6. Plan Ceremony and Reception Timeline
7. Purchase Wedding Accessories (veil, shoes, etc.)
8. Book Wedding Night Accommodations
9. Schedule Floral Design Meetings
10. Plan and Book Rehearsal Dinner
11. Book Day-Of Wedding Coordinator (if not hiring a full planner)
12. Purchase or Rent Groom's Attire
13. Send Save-the-Dates

2-4 Months Before:

1. Mail Wedding Invitations
2. Plan Ceremony Rehearsal
3. Purchase Wedding Accessories (ring bearer pillow, unity candle, etc.)
4. Confirm Final Details with Vendors
5. Create Seating Chart
6. Confirm Wedding Day Transportation
7. Finalize Ceremony Details
8. Schedule Final Dress Fitting
9. Purchase Gifts for Wedding Party
10. Plan Wedding Day Emergency Kit

1-2 Months Before:

1. Apply for Marriage License
2. Confirm Final Headcount with Caterer
3. Write Vows
4. Confirm Wedding Day Timeline
5. Finalize Reception Seating Chart
6. Purchase Thank-You Cards
7. Confirm Details with All Vendors
8. Attend Final Dress Fitting
9. Confirm Arrival Times with Vendors
10. Break in Wedding Shoes

1 Week Before:

1. Pack for Honeymoon
2. Confirm Final Details with Vendors
3. Pick Up Wedding Attire
4. Prepare Final Payments for Vendors
5. Confirm Wedding Day Timeline with Wedding Party
6. Attend Rehearsal
7. Give Final Guest Count to Caterer
8. Confirm Transportation Details

Day Before

1. Drop Off Items at Venue (decorations, favors, etc.)
2. Confirm Details with Wedding Party
3. Get a Good Night's Sleep!

On Wedding Day

1. Eat a Healthy Breakfast
2. Relax and Enjoy the Day!
3. Give Rings and Marriage License to Officiant
4. Get Dressed and Ready
5. Have a Backup Plan for Weather
6. Take a Moment for Yourself
7. Say "I Do!"
8. Celebrate with Family and Friends!

Remember that every wedding is unique, and you may need to adjust this checklist based on your specific needs and preferences. Additionally, consider hiring a wedding planner to help with the logistics and ensure that everything runs smoothly on your big day.