A wedding checklist that starts with the decisions that change everything else.

Guest count, budget, ceremony and venue come before favors and decorative details. Check items off as you go. Your progress stays on this device.

Foundations

Agree on your top priorities and what you are happy to simplify
Set a total spending ceiling using money you actually have
Set the realistic guest-count range
Choose ceremony type and understand marriage-license requirements where you will marry

Date, place and food

Choose date or season
Book ceremony and reception location
Choose catering, self-catered or community meal model
Have a weather / backup plan if any part is outdoors

People and logistics

Confirm wedding party and key helpers
Arrange photography if wanted
Arrange music, sound and microphone
Plan transport and accessibility needs

Communication and day-of

Send invitations and track responses
Create ceremony program / running order if needed
Confirm final vendor payments and responsibilities
Choose one day-of coordinator who is not the couple

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