Getting married is a lot of work; it can take months to plan a perfect wedding so it is important that you get started early. When planning a big wedding you should get started at least 6 months in advance and a year is more realistic. You will need to address everything from getting the invitations in the mail to choosing your centerpieces. Here is just a short list of the things you will need to take care of:

Venue – Choosing the venue for your wedding and reception is one of the most important things you will need to decide on. Work this out with your spouse and find a place that meets the needs of both of you. If you have a location that is special to you both this can be a great place to have a wedding. Book early to make sure you get the location you want.

Caterer – Getting the right food for your wedding is important so interview caterers early in the process. Some venues will require you to use their in house facilities but most will allow you to work with a caterer. Ask them to cook you’re a sample meal so you can try out their food before you commit. Be sure to ask them about price and work out a menu that works for your budget.

Dealing with a wedding is hard work, everything from wedding shower invitations to floral arrangements will fall on your to organize so give yourself plenty of time.