How to Plan a Wedding in 6 Months (Without Losing Your Joy)
Six months ‘til ‘I do’? First: Breathe. Second: You’re about to prove that epic weddings aren’t about time — they’re about intention.
At Entyse Lyfe, we’ve orchestrated breathtaking weddings in 90 days (yes, really). The secret? A joy-first mindset, ruthless prioritization, and a squad of vendors who move at your speed.
Whether you’re DIY-ing or ready to hand us the reins, this guide is your calm-in-the-chaos playbook. No edge-pulling required.
🔑 6-Month Wedding Planning Timeline
📅 MONTH 1 – Clarity, Vision & Non-Negotiables
Decide your vibe: "Moody lounge party or sunlit garden brunch? Your vibe = your compass."
Lock in venue first: "Pro tip: Ask about their rainy-day backup plan before signing."
Book your MVP vendors: "Planner (hi 👋🏾), photographer, caterer — these move FAST."
Budget with wiggle room: *"Add a 10% ‘peace-of-me’ cushion for last-minute magic."*
See Dream Team of Vendors Below
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See Dream Team of Vendors Below 〰️
📅 MONTH 2 – Design, Dress & Dream Team
Dress shopping now: "Sample sales = your BFF. Or explore non-traditional options!"
Theme & palette: "Psst… ‘timeless’ beats ‘trendy’ when you’re on a sprint."
Florist & rentals: "Prioritize vendors who’ve worked at your venue before."
📅 MONTH 3 – Momentum & Personal Touches
Invites (digital or paper): "Zola’s templates = chic and fast."
Vendor check-ins: "Confirm contracts and their emergency contact info."
📅 MONTH 4 – Savor the Fun Stuff
Tastings (cake, cocktails): "Turn this into a date night — joy is mandatory."
Beauty trials: "Bring your veil or hairpiece to test the full look."
📅 MONTH 5 – Finalize with Ease
Seating chart: "Skip perfection. Group people who’ll spark joy at each table."
Vendor timeline: "I’ll handle this for you (because you’ll be busy glowing)."
📅 MONTH 6 – Breathe & Trust
Emergency kit: "Fashion tape, snacks, and a handwritten note to your partner."
Final walkthrough: "Bring your planner (or your most detail-obsessed friend)."
✅ Bonus Tips (Revised for Empowerment):
"Overwhelmed? Start here: Date → Venue → Guest count. The rest flows."
"Month-of coordination isn’t a luxury — it’s your sanity saver."
"Perfect is boring. Aim for ‘unforgettably you’ instead."
*"If your timeline feels like a sprint, let’s turn it into a joyride. Together, we’ll design a day that feels spacious, intentional, and so you.
