Are you planning a Vancouver wedding? If so, then just like the weather in Vancouver, you know that things can be unpredictable. What’s the best way to combat unpredictability and ease anxiety? PLAN! Weddings can already be so stressful, but creating a timeline will take some of that pressure off and make your wedding day even more enjoyable.

Here are 5 Tips for Creating your Wedding Timeline (from your trusted Vancouver Wedding Planner - Spotlight Events!

Tip #1 - Create a Wedding Checklist

We know you're probably thinking a million things related to wedding planning, but let’s make things more organized so it’s not all just in your head. Create a checklist of everything wedding-related and when they should ideally be completed by. For instance, sending out “save the dates” to your family and friends should be done 7-10 months ahead, but something like attending final dress fittings can be done just a few weeks before the wedding.

Tip #2 - Determine Wedding Budgets

Planning your dream wedding can make a big dent in your wallet if you don’t stick to a budget. If this is your first time planning a wedding (First, congratulations), it’s highly recommended you talk to a wedding planner or even any friends or family members who know a thing or two about current wedding costs, so you can budget accordingly.

Tip #3 - Research Vancouver Wedding Vendors

The growing city of Vancouver has a plethora of wedding vendors available to make your dreams a reality. Researching various wedding vendors and shortlisting your favourites can save you a lot of time when your first choice is unavailable for your wedding. You need vendors who are willing and available to work with you within your wedding timeline.

Tip #4 - Plan & Personalize your Wedding

Get ready for the most fun and stressful part of your wedding. This is when you turn into a full wedding planner as you try to create vision boards and photo examples of inspiration to send to your trusty Vancouver wedding vendors. NOTE: There will be a lot of back and forth between you, your planner, and your vendors, so allow enough time for changes within your wedding timeline.

Tip #5 - Coordinate Wedding Events

As a bride or a groom, your wedding is your moment to shine! You have worked long and hard to create your wedding timeline, and now you must find some trusty friends or family members who can ensure everything is coordinated and goes smoothly in accordance with your wedding timeline.

Need some help organizing your wedding timeline? Spotlight Events is Vancouver’s most trusted wedding planner and events firm, named the top three best wedding planners in BC. Contact Spotlight Events today for a complimentary consultation.