Wedding Planning Checklist
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Choose a Wedding Date
Select your preferred wedding date and check venue availability
Set a Budget
Determine your total wedding budget and allocate funds to different categories
Pamamanhikan (Formal Engagement Meeting)
Traditional Filipino engagement ceremony where families meet formally
Announce the Engagement
Share your engagement news with family and friends
Create a Wedding Website
Set up a wedding website to share details with guests
Start Collecting Wedding Style Ideas
Gather inspiration for your wedding theme, colors, and style
Choose the Bridesmaids and Maid of Honor
Select your bridal party members
Choose the Groomsmen and Best Man
Select your groomsmen and best man
Select Principal Sponsors (Ninong and Ninang)
Choose principal sponsors for the wedding ceremony
Take Engagement Photos
Schedule and take engagement photos
Start Compiling a Short-list of Venues
Research and create a list of potential venues
Begin Compiling Guest List
Start creating your guest list
Begin Researching Caterer
Research and compare catering options
Begin Researching Photographer and Videographer
Research photographers and videographers for your wedding
Research Wedding Dress and Veil Styles
Browse wedding dress styles and find your dream dress
Secure Legal Documents - PSA Birth Certificate
Obtain PSA-authenticated birth certificate
Secure Legal Documents - PSA Certificate of No Marriage (CENOMAR)
Obtain PSA Certificate of No Marriage (CENOMAR)
Book Ceremony and Reception Venues
Reserve your ceremony and reception venues
Book Officiant
Secure an officiant for your ceremony
Secure Church Requirements
Submit baptismal and confirmation certificates, attend Pre-Cana (marriage seminar)
Book Musicians
Book musicians or DJ for ceremony and reception
Book Caterers
Finalize and book your catering service
Book Photographer and Videographer
Sign contracts with your chosen photographer and videographer
Purchase Wedding Dress and Veil
Order your wedding dress and veil
Finalize Guest List
Complete your final guest list
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