Your bride brain is probably bursting with ideas for your wedding. It’s time to make those ideas come to life! With nine months until your big day, its time to make some fun decisions for your wedding reception and the overall look of your wedding.
This month, your wedding planning efforts involve nailing down wedding reception details like choosing a band or DJ and deciding what items you will need to rent.
We’ll also guide you as you select a florist and shop for your wedding party’s attire, giving you plenty of DIY inspiration along the way.
We’ve curated this month-by-month wedding planning guide to ensure a smooth process from the day of your proposal to the day you say, “I do!” Check out all of our tips, tricks and unexpected ideas to keep you inspired and organized through 12 months of wedding planning.
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Can't decide between hiring a band or a DJ for your wedding reception entertainment? We're here to walk you through the pros and cons of each choice, and we even provide ideas for a DIY approach.
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Your wedding flowers are the foundation of your wedding color palette and are featured in most of your wedding photos, so choosing a florist is a big deal! We'll help you determine your floral style and give a few tips for meeting with florists.
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Are you overwhelmed with the options available for bridesmaids and groomsman attire? Let's determine the style you're going for (formal, casual, beachy?) and make a list of what each member of your wedding party will need to complete the look!
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If your wedding venue can't supply all of your decor and tableware needs, it's time to start checking out wedding rental vendors. Renting special elements for your wedding, like lighting, chair covers and unique linens, is sure to "wow" your guests.
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Your custom snapchat filter and hashtag are useless if all of your guests' phones have died! This DIY charging station is easy to make and will keep your guests snapping the night away!
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This wedding project idea comes together easily with simple materials and a DIY flower arrangement. We love a double-duty table number and centerpiece!
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For a natural bridesmaid accessory, create these DIY floral crowns. You can make them as a gift, or host a DIY flower crown party and invite your bridesmaids to make their own!
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Make these easy DIY napkin pouch seating cards to compliment your wedding table decor.
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