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Twelve Months To Go... | Wedding Checklist
With twelve months to go, the big day can seem a distant dream. Follow our twelve-month checklist to ensure a smooth planning process...
12 Months To Go...
- Celebrate your engagement with a party or engagement shoot
- Confirm venue & set your budget
- Confirm your ceremony & book church/officiant
- Start a Pinterest board & follow @galgormweddings on Instagram for some #GalgormInspiration
- Create a wed min email account for correspondence with suppliers & guests, or why not create your very own wedding website.
11 Months To Go…
- Confirm entertainment/photographer/florist choice with your wedding planner
- Pick your wedding party
- Start planning the guest list
- Send our ‘save the dates’
- Bride: think about, shop for and order your dress
Top Tip: Time for a break from the planning already? Why not enjoy afternoon tea at the Resort to celebrate picking your bridal party.
10 Months To Go…
- Arrange cake tastings and select cake supplier
- Begin wardrobe research for the wedding party
- Register your gift/wish list
- Plan & book your honeymoon
9 Months To Go…
- Pick your wedding theme/style
- Confirm your wedding transport
- Start planning your pre & post wedding events
Top Tip: Galgorm offers the ideal Resort setting to plan an epic 3 day celebration. Make the most out of the facilities by adding on a pre-wedding pamper or post-wedding brunch or BBQ
8 Months To Go…
- Research readings, poems, vows & hymns
- Select and order wedding rings
- Groom: think about, shop for and order your suit and groomsmen attire
7 Months To Go…
- Agree order of service with your priest/officiant
- Start your fitness & beauty regime
- Plan & book any additional venue styling
- Shop for wedding shoes
Top Tip: Let our team of experienced spa therapists & personal trainers develop a bespoke plan to have you looking your best for the big day!
6 Months To Go…
- Plan dress fittings & alterations with wedding shoes
- Experiment with hair and makeup styles and book your glam squad
- Shop for bridesmaid gowns
- Finalise design and order your wedding stationery