Planning a wedding in South Australia involves several steps and considerations. Here’s a general timeline for the bride and groom leading up to the big day. Remember that this is a suggested timeline and can be adjusted based on personal preferences and specific circumstances.

12-18 Months Before:

1. Set a Budget:
   • Determine the budget for the wedding.
2. Create a Guest List:
   • Draft a preliminary guest list to estimate the size of the wedding.
3. Choose a Venue:
   • Research and select a wedding venue.
4. Book Key Vendors:
   • Secure key vendors such as the photographer, videographer, and wedding planner.
5. Set a Date:
   • Choose a wedding date and secure it with your chosen venue.

9-12 Months Before:

6. Select Wedding Party:
   • Choose bridesmaids, groomsmen, and other members of the wedding party.
7. Begin Dress and Attire Shopping:
   • Start looking for the wedding dress and groom’s attire.
8. Plan Ceremony and Reception Details:
   • Work on the ceremony and reception details, including decor, music, and any special elements.

6-9 Months Before:

9. Send Save-the-Dates:
   • Send out save-the-date cards.
10. Finalize Guest List:
    • Confirm the final guest list.
11. Book Caterer and Florist:
    • Secure catering services and book a florist.
12. Plan Honeymoon:
    • Start planning the honeymoon.

4-6 Months Before:

13. Order Invitations:
    • Design and order wedding invitations.
14. Finalize Details:
    • Finalize details with vendors, including the menu and floral arrangements.
15. Purchase Wedding Rings:
    • Select and purchase wedding rings.

2-4 Months Before:

16. Send Invitations:
    • Mail out wedding invitations.
17. Finalize Ceremony Details:
    • Confirm details with the officiant and plan the ceremony.
18. Hair and Makeup Trials:
    • Schedule hair and makeup trials for the bride.

1-2 Months Before:

19. RSVPs and Final Headcount:
    • Collect RSVPs and finalize the guest count.
20. Finalize Seating Chart:
    • Create the seating chart for the reception.
21. Final Dress Fitting:
    • Attend final dress fittings.

1 Week Before:

22. Confirm Details:
    • Confirm details with all vendors.
23. Pack for Honeymoon:
    • Pack for the honeymoon.
24. Get Marriage License:
    • Obtain the marriage license.

Day Before:

25. Rehearsal:
    • Attend the wedding rehearsal.
26. Relax and Rest:
    • Take some time to relax and get a good night’s sleep.

Wedding Day:

27. Capture Every Moment:

Live the best day ever! Walk down the aisle, open up the champagne and sing your heart out! Congratulations!

By optimizing the timeline with Michelle Kenney Photography in mind, can see the value of having a skilled photographer involved at every stage of the wedding planning process.