Organizing a wedding is an emotional adventure, but also a challenging one. To avoid stress and unforeseen events, there’s nothing like a good, perfect back-planning. By following the milestones month by month, you’ll stay on course and get the most out of your wedding preparations.
12 to 18 months before: laying the foundations
The first step is to set the date and establish your budget. It’s also the right time to book the reception venue, especially if you’re dreaming of a prestigious setting like Château La Beaumetane. Once you’ve chosen the date and venue, start identifying the essential service providers: caterer, photographer, DJ, videographer…
9 to 12 months before: make your choices concrete
This is the time to get down to the nitty-gritty. The search for a dress or suit begins, and Save the Date cards can be sent out. You will also be able to validate the first suppliers and begin to sketch out the general atmosphere of your wedding.
6 to 9 months before: setting the mood
The broad outlines of your day become clearer: choice of theme, decoration, menu… A tasting with the caterer can help you make the right choices. This is also the time to send out the official invitations to your guests.
3 to 6 months before: fine-tuning the details
This period is devoted to hair and make-up tests, final adjustments with suppliers and preparation for the ceremony. If a rehearsal is possible, it will allow you to experience the big day with even greater serenity.
1 to 3 months before: finalize and anticipate the unexpected
As the big day approaches, the final details take shape. The seating plan must be finalized, which sometimes requires a little diplomacy to keep everyone happy. This is also the time to review all suppliers to confirm schedules, technical requirements, deliveries and services. To anticipate any little worries on the big day, pack an “emergency kit”: bandages, needle and thread, make-up for touch-ups, tissues, mosquito repellent, and even an umbrella if the weather is uncertain. And don’t forget to delegate certain tasks: a trusted relative or coordinator can take over the final details, so you can let off steam.
D-Day: enjoy… and adapt if necessary
The big day has finally arrived. If everything has been well prepared, all you have to do is let yourself go. It’s essential to live this day in the moment, without getting bogged down in logistical details.
Even so, it’s normal for the unexpected to happen: a delay, capricious weather, a decoration that doesn’t go according to plan… The important thing is to remain flexible. Rely on your friends and family, or on a dedicated coordinator, to calmly deal with the unexpected. Sometimes, an unforeseen event can even turn into an emotional memory or an unexpected moment of togetherness.
Perfect back-planning is the key to a serene and successful wedding. And at Château La Beaumetane, our team ensures that every step of the way runs smoothly, so that your day is just like you, with no lasting stress or unforeseen events.