It’s the final countdown! With just one month to go, it’s time to focus on the finishing touches that will make your wedding day truly unforgettable. To help you stay calm, organised, and totally in control, we’ve created the ultimate 30-day checklist with 20 essential tasks you won’t want to forget.
Let’s dive in!
1. Finalise Your Guest Headcount
Time to chase those lingering RSVPs. Your caterer needs a final number, so don’t wait to follow up with anyone who hasn’t responded.
2. Attend Your Last Dress Fitting
This is your moment to perfect your bridal look. Bring your wedding shoes and undergarments, and try to go with hair and makeup done for the full effect.
3. Schedule Final Beauty Appointments
Book your hair and makeup trial, schedule any colour touch-ups (at least two weeks out), and stock up on your wedding day lipstick. Don’t forget your mani, pedi, massage, and self-tan if you’re having them.
4. Touch Base with All Your Suppliers
Two weeks before the Big Day, call each supplier to confirm timelines, logistics, and final payments. You’ll thank yourself later for not dealing with envelopes of cash on the day.
5. Create & Distribute Your Wedding Day Timeline
Map out the full schedule, from hair and makeup to your sparkler send-off. Share it with your wedding party, parents, and all key suppliers.
6. Pack an Emergency Kit
Think plasters, safety pins, deodorant, and snacks. Designate someone to keep it handy on the day.
7. Finalise Your Seating Chart
With RSVPs in, you can start arranging where everyone will sit. Try to make it flow well and keep guests’ personalities in mind.
8. Finish Your Wedding Favours
Add personal touches like tags, ribbons, or notes. Rope in your wedding party for a fun DIY session.
9. Order Your Wedding Programmes
Connect with your stationer to design and print your ceremony programmes. Double-check all the details before they go to print.
10. Share Your Music Preferences with Your Band/DJ
Include both your must-play and do-not-play lists. Think ceremony, first dance, dinner, and party vibes.
11. Confirm Your Photo Shot List
List your must-have moments and family group shots. Assign a helper from each side of the family to assist the photographer in rounding people up for family photos.
12. Check in with Your Wedding Party
Make sure everyone has their outfits, shoes, and accessories. Groomsmen should confirm suit pick-up dates too.
13. Confirm Transportation Plans
Double-check pick-up and drop-off times and locations with all your drivers and transportation providers.
14. Write Thank-You Notes to Your Bridesmaids
Include a heartfelt message and a small gift if you wish. Let them know how much their support means to you.
15. Write a Note to Your Spouse-to-Be
Take a quiet moment to reflect and write a personal letter (or give a meaningful gift) for the morning of your wedding.
16. Finalise Ceremony Details with Your Celebrant
Go over the order of service, readings, vows, and any special touches. Make sure everything flows exactly how you envisioned.
17. Practice Your First Dance
Do one final run-through, preferably in your wedding shoes, to make sure you’re comfortable and confident.
18. Confirm Honeymoon Plans
Double-check flights, passports, hotel bookings, and any scheduled activities. Start your packing early to avoid last-minute stress.
19. Drop Off Wedding Day Extras
Pack a “wedding day essentials” box with items like your guest book, signage, candles, and décor. Deliver it to your venue ahead of time.
20. Breathe… You’ve Got This
Take a deep breath, soak it all in, and enjoy this beautiful, exciting moment in your life. You’re almost there!
Featured image credit: M&M Photography
