The Final Month Wedding Checklist: What Every Bride Should Do Before “I Do”
You’re counting down the days. After nearly a year of planning, your wedding is only weeks away!
This last month is when all the details come together – and it’s also when stress can creep in if you don’t have a clear plan.
From my years in the St. Augustine bridal industry and now as a certified wedding planner, I’ve learned that an organized checklist is a bride’s BEST friend.
So here’s exactly what I recommend doing during the final month before your wedding.
4 Weeks Out
This week is all about confirmations and organization.
Make sure you:
confirm arrival times with all vendors
finalize your ceremony and reception timeline
submit final guest count to the venue and caterer
create seating charts
prepare tip envelopes
arrange final payments
This is also the perfect time to hand off décor plans and special instructions to your coordinator so nothing is left to chance.
3 Weeks Out
Now we move into the personal details.
break in your wedding shoes
schedule any final beauty appointments
gather items for your emergency kit
confirm honeymoon travel plans
plan meals and getting-ready logistics
If you’re having an intimate wedding of around 60 guests like one of my recent couples, this process will feel much simpler – but still deserves attention.
2 Weeks Out
This is when I tell my Vision to Vows brides:
👉 Stop adding NEW projects!
Instead focus on:
printing signage
organizing place cards
packing for the wedding weekend
confirming rehearsal details
preparing the marriage license
Having a day-of coordinator in place at this point brings huge peace of mind. You know someone will be there to keep the train running on schedule.
1 Week Out
Take a deep breath – you’re almost there!
This final week should include:
a detailed walkthrough with your venue
handing off personal items to trusted helpers
packing a “day of” bag
relaxing as much as possible
getting excited instead of overwhelmed
Your coordinator will handle last-minute questions, vendor texts, and final timeline tweaks.
Bonus Tips for a Stress-Free Final Month
Keep all documents in one shared Google Drive or email thread
Don’t try to manage vendors yourself on the wedding day
Build in buffer time to your schedule
Ask for help early
Why This Month Matters
Even perfectly planned weddings need someone in charge at the finish line.
That’s exactly why day-of coordination exists.
Ready to Hand It Off?
If you’re in the final month of planning and want to actually ENJOY your wedding day, this is the ideal time to bring in professional support.
Vision to Vows LLC specializes in helping Florida brides feel calm, confident, and cared for as their big day approaches.
📩 Contact me to check your date and learn how I can step in during this last month and protect everything you’ve worked so hard to create.
Here’s to finishing your wedding planning strong – and walking down the aisle with a smile instead of a clipboard 💍💕
Signed:
Ashlyn Kirkland
Owner & Certified Coordinator
Vision to Vows LLC
St. Augustine, FL
