{"id":42970,"date":"2023-06-21T21:00:26","date_gmt":"2023-06-22T02:00:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/?p=42970"},"modified":"2024-10-24T14:49:24","modified_gmt":"2024-10-24T19:49:24","slug":"wedding-planning-checklist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wedding-planning-checklist\/","title":{"rendered":"This Wedding Planning Checklist is a Must-Read For The Newly Engaged"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure id=\"attachment_42973\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-42973\" style=\"width: 660px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-42973 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AmeliaSoegijonoPhoto-copy.jpg\" alt=\"A bride wearing a wedding gown tied around her neck and a bow in the back.\" width=\"660\" height=\"888\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AmeliaSoegijonoPhoto-copy.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AmeliaSoegijonoPhoto-copy-223x300.jpg 223w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-42973\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Amelia Soegijono Photography | Venue: Chateau de Santeny | LXE Moments | Gown: Vivienne Paris Bride | Makeup + Hair: Reina Kim Artirsty<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>You&#8217;ve said yes or popped the question, the ring is sparkling, and the excitement of a lifetime with your partner is just beginning. But what comes next? It&#8217;s time to plan the big day, and while it might seem overwhelming, don&#8217;t fret. We&#8217;re here to help with our comprehensive wedding planning timeline and checklist, featured in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/get-started\/get-the-magazine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">2023 issue of Weddings in Houston Magazine.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p>Many dream about a fairytale wedding their whole lives, and now it&#8217;s time to make it a reality. You&#8217;ve got to pick the perfect venue, send out those gorgeous invitations, choose your aisle-worthy attire, and ensure you&#8217;ve booked the best of the best vendors.<\/p>\n<p>Before you know it, you&#8217;ll be ticking off tasks and counting down to the days till you say &#8220;I Do&#8221;. Remember, this is your love story, your celebration&#8230;let&#8217;s make it enjoyable, shall we?<\/p>\n<h3><strong>12+ Months Before<\/strong><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_42975\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-42975\" style=\"width: 660px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-42975 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/CortneyGarrison_Engagements.jpg\" alt=\"A couple smiling as the man holds a champagne bottle and the woman holds a champagne glass. \" width=\"660\" height=\"849\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/CortneyGarrison_Engagements.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/CortneyGarrison_Engagements-233x300.jpg 233w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-42975\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Stephania Campos<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li>Get engaged!<\/li>\n<li>Start envisioning your wedding theme\/design<\/li>\n<li>Pick a wedding date<\/li>\n<li>Draw up a budget<\/li>\n<li>Hire a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/wedding-vendors\/wedding-planners\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">wedding planner<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Book your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/wedding-venues\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">venue<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>8-10 Months Before<\/strong><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_42986\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-42986\" style=\"width: 660px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-42986 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/B97-1-copy.jpg\" alt=\"A colorful tabletop with purple and green china and linens, gold flatware and pink and green colored-glasses.\" width=\"660\" height=\"976\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/B97-1-copy.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/B97-1-copy-203x300.jpg 203w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-42986\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Kate Robinson Photography | Tabletop + Gift Registry: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.berings.com\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=weddingsinhouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bering&#8217;s<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li>Create your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/wedding-vendors\/gift-registry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">gift registry<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Shop for and order your<a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/wedding-vendors\/wedding-dresses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> gown<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Work with your wedding planner to narrow down your design<\/li>\n<li>Choose and invite your wedding party<\/li>\n<li>Choose and book your wedding vendors (photographer, videographer, florist, wedding entertainer)<\/li>\n<li>Reserve guest accommodations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>6-8 Months Before<\/strong><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_42977\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-42977\" style=\"width: 660px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-42977 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/DSF3816-copy.jpg\" alt=\"Two envelopes with a name written in cursive and white, blush and gold flowers decorating the envelope. \" width=\"660\" height=\"941\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/DSF3816-copy.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/DSF3816-copy-210x300.jpg 210w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-42977\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Courtesy of L&#8217;atelier de Veronica Halim<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li>Send out save-the-dates<\/li>\n<li>Order your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/wedding-vendors\/wedding-invitations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">invitations<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Order your wedding party attire<\/li>\n<li>Meet with your officiant<\/li>\n<li>Start planning your honeymoon; get or renew passports if needed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>4-6 Months Before<\/strong><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_42978\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-42978\" style=\"width: 660px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-42978 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/MackenzieReiterPhotography_SusiesCakes-copy.jpg\" alt=\"A four-tier white wedding cake with white roses garnishing the front and a gold monogram on the third tier. \" width=\"660\" height=\"841\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/MackenzieReiterPhotography_SusiesCakes-copy.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/MackenzieReiterPhotography_SusiesCakes-copy-235x300.jpg 235w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-42978\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Mackenzie Reiter Photography | Cake: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.susiescakes.com\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Susie&#8217;s Cakes<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li>Taste <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/wedding-vendors\/wedding-cakes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cakes<\/a> and hire a baker<\/li>\n<li>Purchase your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/wedding-vendors\/engagement-rings-wedding-rings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">wedding bands<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Schedule <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/wedding-vendors\/wedding-makup-style-health\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hair and makeup professionals<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Give your shower host your guest list<\/li>\n<li>Book your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/top-rated-rehearsal-dinner-venues-in-houston-area\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rehearsal dinner venue<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Start your fittings for your wedding day attire<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>3-4 Months Before<\/strong><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_42979\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-42979\" style=\"width: 660px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-42979 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Kate-Elizabeth-Photography-copy.jpg\" alt=\"A bouquet with white, orange and pink florals and trailing greenery. \" width=\"660\" height=\"783\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Kate-Elizabeth-Photography-copy.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Kate-Elizabeth-Photography-copy-253x300.jpg 253w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-42979\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/kateelizabeth.org\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kate Elizabeth Photography<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li>Finalize your<a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/wedding-vendors\/wedding-florists\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> flowers<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Finalize your menu<\/li>\n<li>Rent or purchase<a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/wedding-vendors\/tuxedos-formal-wear-houston\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> formalwear<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Order wedding favors<\/li>\n<li>Make your toast list<\/li>\n<li>Attend your shower<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>1-2 Months Before<\/strong><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_42989\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-42989\" style=\"width: 660px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-42989 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/210508ValerieVincentWed0080-copy.jpg\" alt=\"A white wedding program with a gold design that resembles &quot;Pride and Prejudice&quot; by Jane Austen. \" width=\"660\" height=\"894\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/210508ValerieVincentWed0080-copy.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/210508ValerieVincentWed0080-copy-221x300.jpg 221w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-42989\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/amysawesomephotos.com\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Amy Maddox Photography<\/a> | Venue: <a href=\"https:\/\/calendar.houstonlibrary.org\/reserve\/jib-venues?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Julia Ideson Library<\/a> | Wedding Entertainment: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dannyrayatlanticstreetband.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Danny Ray and the Atlantic Street Band<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li>Print your wedding program<\/li>\n<li>Mail your invitations<\/li>\n<li>Do your final wedding gown fittings<\/li>\n<li>Confirm all of your vendors<\/li>\n<li>Meet with your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/wedding-vendors\/houston-wedding-photographers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">photographer<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Finalize your music and give the playlist to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/wedding-vendors\/wedding-djs-music-entertainment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DJ or wedding band<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>1-2 Weeks Before<\/strong><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_42980\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-42980\" style=\"width: 660px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-42980 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AllieandChadWedding_\u00a9KacieQPhoto-320_hdP-copy.jpg\" alt=\"A clear sign with &quot;Our Favorite People&quot; etched in white with all the guests names written below and their table number.\" width=\"660\" height=\"990\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AllieandChadWedding_\u00a9KacieQPhoto-320_hdP-copy.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AllieandChadWedding_\u00a9KacieQPhoto-320_hdP-copy-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-42980\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Kacie Q Photography | Venue: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hyatt.com\/en-US\/hotel\/texas\/hyatt-regency-lost-pines-resort-and-spa\/auslp\/special-events\/weddings?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li>Review the RSVP list and do last follow-ups<\/li>\n<li>Finalize your seating chart (or do without!)<\/li>\n<li>Give <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/wedding-vendors\/wedding-caterers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">caterer<\/a> a final headcount<\/li>\n<li>Salon visit or spa day<\/li>\n<li>Print place cards<\/li>\n<li>Give a must-have shot list to photographer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>1-3 Days Before<\/strong><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_42981\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-42981\" style=\"width: 660px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-42981 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/MichelleMichael_AmyMaddox_BellTower_DannyRay_Details-33-copy.jpg\" alt=\"A wedding gown with floral appliques hanging on a brown door with greenery on the walls. \" width=\"660\" height=\"862\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/MichelleMichael_AmyMaddox_BellTower_DannyRay_Details-33-copy.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/MichelleMichael_AmyMaddox_BellTower_DannyRay_Details-33-copy-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-42981\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/amysawesomephotos.com\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Amy Maddox Photography<\/a> | Venue: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/bell-tower-on-34th-street\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Bell Tower on 34th<\/a> | Wedding Entertainment: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dannyrayatlanticstreetband.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Danny Ray and the Atlantic Street Band<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li>Press wedding gown<\/li>\n<li>Pick up formalwear<\/li>\n<li>Make sure every member of your wedding party have attire ready<\/li>\n<li>Arrange for guests to be picked up from airport and brought to hotel<\/li>\n<li>Give marriage license to officiant<\/li>\n<li>Write checks to vendors<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Wedding Day<\/strong><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_42985\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-42985\" style=\"width: 660px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-42985 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Aziza_Faraz_Houston_Wedding-221-1.jpg\" alt=\"A bride and groom standing at an altar lined with white florals and a mirrored aisle. \" width=\"660\" height=\"440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Aziza_Faraz_Houston_Wedding-221-1.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Aziza_Faraz_Houston_Wedding-221-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-42985\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Wandering Woo Photography | Planning + Decor: <a href=\"https:\/\/theeventsco.com\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Events Company<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li>Present gifts to parents, wedding party and each other<\/li>\n<li>Give wedding bands to maid of honor and best man<\/li>\n<li>Give MOH or best man the check to give officiant after the ceremony<\/li>\n<li>Make sure the photographer knows who are family members and members of the wedding party<\/li>\n<li>Get married!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Post Wedding<\/strong><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_42984\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-42984\" style=\"width: 660px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-42984 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/VILLA-ASTOR-Location-523-copy.jpg\" alt=\"A smiling man sits on the edge of a pool while a laughing woman sunbathes aside him at a villa on the Amalfi Coast. \" width=\"660\" height=\"696\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/VILLA-ASTOR-Location-523-copy.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/VILLA-ASTOR-Location-523-copy-284x300.jpg 284w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-42984\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Bottega 53<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li>Write thank-you notes<\/li>\n<li>Return any attire rentals<\/li>\n<li>Pack for your honeymoon<\/li>\n<li>Check-in for your flight<\/li>\n<li>Rest, relax and enjoy your first newlywed adventure together!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>&#8220;The Wedding Planning Timeline &amp; Checklist Every Couple Needs&#8221; Spotlight WiH Partners- Photography: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/kate-elizabeth-photography\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kate Elizabeth Photography<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/amy-maddox-photography\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Amy Maddox Photography<\/a> | Venues: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/julia-ideson-library\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Julia Ideson Library<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/hyatt-regency-lost-pines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/thebelltoweron34th.com\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston&amp;utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston&amp;utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Bell Tower on 34th<\/a> | Tabletop + Registry: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/berings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bering&#8217;s<\/a> | Cake: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/susies-cakes-confections\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Susie&#8217;s Cakes<\/a> | Wedding Entertainment: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/danny-ray-and-the-atlantic-street-band\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Danny Ray and the Atlantic Street Band<\/a>&nbsp;| Planning + Design: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/events-company-the\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Events Company<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><em>Contributing Vendors- Photography: Amelia Soegijono Photography \/ Stephania Campos&nbsp; \/ Kate Robinson Photography \/ Mackenzie Reiter Photography \/ Kacie Q Photography \/ Wandering Woo Photography \/ Bottega 53 \/&nbsp;L&#8217;atelier de Veronica Halim \/&nbsp;Chateau de Santeny \/ LXE Moments \/ Vivienne Paris Bride \/ Reina Kim Artistry<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You&#8217;ve said yes or popped the question, the ring is sparkling, and the excitement of a lifetime with your partner is just beginning. But what comes next? It&#8217;s time to plan the big day, and while it might seem overwhelming, don&#8217;t fret. 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