Wedding Planning Checklist | What to Do 2 Months Before Your Wedding

At this point, it’s all about finalising everything so you can step back, breathe, and actually enjoy the lead-up.

Try to get everything locked in now so the final few weeks are about family, friends, and all the fun parts — not chasing suppliers or chasing RSVPs.

Meet with your celebrant & sign your Notice of Intended Marriage

This is a big one — and not something to leave late.

You must complete and sign your Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM) at least one month before your wedding date, but ideally earlier so it’s not hanging over your head.

Work with your celebrant now to:

finalise your ceremony structure
confirm legal paperwork requirements
schedule your final meeting or rehearsal

And yes — don’t do what I did and realise one month out you still haven’t properly locked in a celebrant… oops.

There is also a final marriage certificate to sign on the day, so just make sure you understand the flow now so nothing feels confusing later.

Send out wedding invitations (if not already done)

The general rule is 6–8 weeks before the wedding, which is where this 2-month mark sits perfectly.

By now:

guests should already know your date (via save the dates ideally)
invitations should be going out or already sent
RSVP details should be crystal clear

Set your RSVP deadline for at least 3 weeks before the wedding, and give yourself a firm cut-off a week after that to chase final stragglers.

There is always someone who forgets — build that into your timeline.

Book transport

Confirm all wedding-day transport:

bridal party transport
guests (if shuttles or buses are needed)
getaway car for the end of the night

Even if you’re just relying on Ubers, make a plan now so there’s no scrambling later.

Finalise food & drink menus

This is the yummy part.

By now your catering direction should be locked in:

plated / shared / cocktail style
final menu choices
dietary requirements

If you’re having a sit-down reception, this is also when menus get designed and sent to your stationery supplier.

For cocktail weddings, simple signage works beautifully — think elegant menus displayed at the bar or food stations so guests can easily check ingredients.

Finalise flowers & styling details

Now is the time to confirm all floral details:

bouquet designs
boutonnières (keep them elegant and not oversized)
ceremony arrangements
reception tablescapes
installation pieces or feature florals

A small but important tip: ask for two pins per boutonnière so they actually stay in place — it’s one of those tiny details that matters more than you think.

And if needed, I’m always happy to help the boys figure out how to pin them on properly.

Decide on wedding favours (or don’t)

Let’s be honest — you don’t have to do favours.

Most guests don’t expect them, and many get left behind anyway.

If you do want to include something, keep it simple and meaningful:

small edible gifts
personalised notes
mini keepsakes that feel intentional, not forced

You can also create small welcome or bridesmaid gift packs if you want to add a personal touch.

Check your timing & run sheet

Now is when your timeline really gets locked in.

Confirm:

ceremony start time
speeches timing
MC plan
sunset photos (if relevant)
dancefloor start time

Make sure your photography timeline is fully updated in your client portal or shared with your photographer and planner.

This is what keeps the entire day feeling effortless.

Wedding bands

If you haven’t already, finalise your wedding rings now.

There are so many beautiful options beyond traditional styles — from custom designs to textured gold, mixed metals, and modern minimalist bands.

While you’re at it:

get your engagement ring professionally cleaned
check resizing or fit if needed
plan pick-up timing so it’s not last-minute

Confirm all vendor timings & final details

This is the “dot the i’s and cross the t’s” stage.

Go through every vendor and confirm:

bump-in and bump-out times
arrival times
final payments or invoices
dietary or styling updates
access details for venues

Send your final run sheet through to everyone so all suppliers are aligned.

Finalise payments & outstanding balances

Start clearing remaining invoices now rather than leaving everything for the final week.

It makes a huge difference emotionally — the last thing you want is a pile of payments landing right before your wedding.

Book beauty appointments

Lock in your final beauty prep:

brows
lashes
nails
spray tan (if having one)
facials or skin treatments

Check what your bridesmaids are doing too so tans, nails, and timing all align nicely.

The most important part: slow down

Book a date night with your partner and agree on one rule:

No wedding talk.

At this stage, everything important is either done or being finalised — now it’s about enjoying the build-up, not getting lost in details.

Wedding Planning – 2 Months to go