A six-month engagement – with the right plan in place – can be one of the most exciting, intentional ways to approach your wedding. When every decision is made with clarity and the right team guiding you, a streamlined timeline becomes less about rushing and more about focusing on what truly matters. From booking the date to your final send-off, here’s how to bring your celebration to life in six months – without compromising the experience.
6 MONTHS OUT
Determine Your Budget
Set your total budget and decide who’s contributing (as well as how much).
Book Your Venue
Secure your venue as soon as possible. Consider off-peak days like Thursday or Sunday for more availability.
Secure Key Vendors
Lock in essential vendors like your photographer, florist, and entertainment.
Choose Your Dress
Explore ready-to-wear options and visit a boutique that can help manage your timeline
Book a Hotel Room Block for Guests
Reserve a room block at a nearby hotel for out-of-town guests to receive group rates.
Schedule Your Engagement Shoot
Now that you have your photographer booked, it’s time to schedule your engagement shoot!
5 MONTHS OUT
Decide on Your Guest List
Create your guest list based on your budget, then divide it into A and B lists for a flexible invitation plan.
Ask Your BFFs to be in the Wedding Party
Invite your closest friends and family to stand by your side on the big day.
Create Your Wedding Website
Your go-to for all things wedding related and a reliable resource for your guests. Try to have your wedding website live and ready to include on your Save-the-Dates, up next!
Send Save The Dates
Mail them once your venue is secured to give guests plenty of notice.
Secure a Rehearsal Dinner Location
Who doesn’t love a versatile venue? Most of our by Landmark properties have restaurants right onsite.
4 MONTHS OUT
Finalize Your Vendor Dream Team
Now’s the time to book your remaining essentials – hair and makeup, rentals, transportation, and any final details that complete your celebration.
Purchase Your Wedding Rings
Most wedding rings and bands are made-to-order and could take up to 90 days for yours to be made and delivered so don’t wait longer than 4 months out.
3 MONTHS OUT
Menu Tasting
Our Event Stylists will host you and your guests to sample chef-curated selections and finalize your perfect menu.
Plan Your Honeymoon
Secure your honeymoon plans so you can have some much needed relaxation after the big day. Check out Landmark Destinations for all your travel needs!
Send Out Invitation
Time to sign, seal and deliver! Plan to send these out 10 weeks before your wedding.
2 MONTHS OUT
Party Time
Celebrate with your shower and bachelor or bachelorette parties – planned by loved ones, filled with fun and memories.
Order Your Marriage License
Apply at your county clerk’s office in advance so everything is official when you say “I do.”
Do a Hair & Makeup Trial
Schedule a trial to perfect your look and make any final adjustments with your glam team.
1 MONTH OUT
Prepare for the Honeymoon
If you’re leaving right after the wedding, pack in advance and gather essentials. (including those trusty passports!)
Confirm all the Details
Review seating, timeline, and final payments with your event stylist so everything runs seamlessly the day of.
Enjoy the Moment
You did it! And in 6 months no less! Soak it all in – every detail, every laugh, every unforgettable moment.
A shorter timeline doesn’t mean sacrificing the details that matter – it just means approaching them with intention. With the right team in place, your wedding can come together seamlessly, leaving you free to enjoy every moment along the way.
Schedule a private tour and take the first step towards your wedding planning journey💍
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