Why a Timeline Matters for Bangalore Weddings

• Bangalore’s best venues and photographers get booked 9–12 months in advance, especially on muhurtham and weekend dates.​

• Clear timelines reduce last-minute stress, rushed decisions, and overspending.​

12-Month Wedding Planning Timeline (Ideal)

12 Months Before

• Finalize families’ preferred dates and check with your priest/astrologer for auspicious days.​

• Decide broad wedding style: intimate, grand, palace-style, outdoor garden, or resort near Bangalore.​

• Freeze a realistic budget range (for example, ₹5L–₹50L) and list who is contributing what.​

10–11 Months Before

• Shortlist and book your wedding venue in Bangalore or nearby destinations (Nandi Hills, Kanakapura, Mysore road resorts).​

• Decide approximate guest list size so you choose the right hall, lawn, or resort configuration.​

8–9 Months Before

• Book core vendors: wedding planner, décor team, photography and videography, catering (if not in-house), and key entertainment.​

• Start planning events: engagement, mehendi, haldi, sangeet, wedding, and reception.​

6–7 Months Before

• Finalize themes and décor concepts for each event (traditional, pastel, boho, temple-inspired, fusion, etc.).​

• Start shopping for bridal and groom outfits and main family outfits.​

4–5 Months Before

• Lock in makeup artist, mehendi artist, DJ or live band, and special performances.​

• Begin pre-wedding shoot planning and choose locations in and around Bangalore.​

3 Months Before

• Send digital save-the-dates to guests, especially outstation and NRI guests.​

• Finalize guest room blocks and transport plans if many guests are traveling in.​

2 Months Before

• Confirm menus with caterer for each function (breakfast, lunch, hi-tea, dinner, midnight snacks).​

• Freeze décor details, color palettes, stage designs, and photo-op corners.​

1 Month Before

• Share final timelines with all vendors and your planner.​

• Complete trial sessions for makeup, hairstyles, and outfit fittings.​

1–2 Weeks Before

• Confirm guest RSVPs and room lists with hotels.​

• Prepare emergency kits for bride, groom, and parents (safety pins, band-aids, medications, etc.).​

Wedding Week

• Hand over payments schedule and vendor coordination to your planner or a trusted family member.​

• Focus on rituals, photos, rest, and enjoying the celebrations.​

6-Month Fast-Track Timeline

If you have only 6 months:

• Month 1: Fix date, book venue, planner, photographer, and caterer.​

• Month 2: Finalize décor concept, outfits, and guest list.​

• Month 3–4: Invitations, pre-wedding shoot, stay and transport planning.​

• Month 5: Menu, music, rituals flow, and vendor confirmations.​

• Month 6: Final fittings, payments, rehearsals, and buffer time.​

3-Month Last-Minute Wedding Plan

For super fast timelines:

• Week 1–2: Book venue, planner, and photographer immediately; pick available dates rather than perfect dates.​

• Week 3–4: Lock décor packages, basic catering, and essential vendors without over-customizing.​

• Month 2: Invitations, outfits, jewelry, and priority logistics.​

• Month 3: Focus on execution, buffer time, and backup plans.​

Vendor Coordination Timeline

• Venue and planner: 9–12 months before for popular Bangalore properties.​

• Photo + video: 6–9 months before, especially for peak season weekends.​

• Makeup, mehendi, decor: 3–6 months before.​

• Entertainment and special entries: 2–3 months before.​

Budget Allocation Schedule

• 9–12 months: Block venue and planner (biggest spend chunks).​

• 6–9 months: Lock core vendors (photo, video, décor).​

• 3–6 months: Outfits, jewelry, gifts, digital invites, and hospitality.​

• Final month: Pending balances and on-ground extras.​

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