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How to Plan Your Bridal Preparation Timeline

A practical timeline for bridal preparation, from choosing your gown to the final week before the wedding.

Bridesmaids helping a bride into her gown before the ceremony

Early planning

Confirm your date and budget, then decide on your gown and wedding party outfits. Custom designs need time for consultation, fittings and finishing, so start early.

Mid-way

Book vendors, finalise guest numbers and confirm accessories and keepsakes. Keep one document with every vendor, payment and deadline.

The final weeks

Attend final fittings, confirm your day-of schedule and share it with your bridal party and vendors.

The final week

Delegate. Hand your checklist to a trusted person or a bridal assistant so you can rest.