You’ve made the to do list . . . we’ve got the must haves. Here’s a quick checklist of our favorite items this season to help you during your planning process. From gifts to party essentials we have got it all laid out for you in a monthly checklist.

12 Months – Just Engaged

• Build Budget
• Book Venues
• Go Dress Shopping
• Ask Bridal Party
  • Gifts For Girls:
    Personalized Necklace
  • Gifts for Guys:
    Personalized Beer Caddy

9 Months

• Send Save The Dates
• Book Photographer
• Bridesmaids Dress Shopping
• Research & Coordinate Venue
• Social Media Inspiration
  • Follow Weddingstar Facebook
  • Follow Weddingstar Instagram
  • Follow Weddingstar Pinterest
  • DIY’s @blog.weddingstar.com

6-8 Months

• Plan Engagement Party
  • “We’re So Engaged” Cake Topper
  • Guest Favors: Personalized Matchboxes
  • “I Do” 17″ Balloons
• Engagement Photo Session
• Book Honeymoon

4-5 Months – Halfway to Hooray!

• Order Personalized Accessories
  • Personalized Jewelry
  • Monogrammed Acrylic Ring Box
  • Personalized Aisle Runner
• Shop Reception Essentials
  • Cake Topper
  • Personalized Napkins
  • Guest Wedding Favors
    Personalized Stemless Glassware

3 Months

• Bachelorette Party Ideas
  • Guest Favors: Diamond Shaped Bubbles
  • Push Pop Confetti
  • Gold Foil Straws
• Create DJ Playlist For Reception
• Finalize Ceremony Traditions
  • Unity Sand Ceremony
  • Write Vows:
    Personalized Pocket Journal

2 Months

• Thank You Gift List
  • Gift for Mom:
    Shadow Box Picture Frame
  • Gift for Dad:
    Engraved Cufflinks
  • Gifts for Bridesmaids:
    Personalized Silky Robe
  • Gifts for Groomsmen:
    Personalized Black Hip Flask

1 Month – Crunch Time

• Follow Up With Vendors
• Get Marriage License
• Get Gifts For Out Of Town Guests
  • Welcome Bags
• Pack For Honeymoon
  • “Best Day Ever” Flip Flops
  • Mr. & Mrs. Robes
  • Personalized Tote Bag
  • Mr. & Mrs. Passport Cover Set

For a downloadable version of this checklist, click here.