• Firstly, determine your budget and the type of wedding (formal,informal) you want to have. This may define your dress, hairstyle, salon services, etc.

• Bridal shows will give you tons of ideas and help make your options easier. So plan and attend several bridal shows.

• At this time, if you choose, you can hire a wedding/event planner.

• Pick color schemes. This is a vital part of the planning process, it can dictate your bridesmaids’ dresses, make-up, accessories, etc.

• Look for your dress, veil, accessories; allow at least 6 months for alterations/fittings

• Select your bridesmaids’ dresses.

• Test out artificial nails if you were planning on getting them for your wedding day. Allow plenty of time for them to grow back if you change your mind.

• Begin searching for your hair stylist and make-up artist. Schedule several appointments with several candidates to find someone you like and trust.

• Improve the health and look of your hair with a weekly deep-conditioning treatment.

• Schedule an appointment with your dermatologist to help find solutions to any scarring, acne or other skin problems if you have any. Now is also the time to discuss any unwanted facial or body hair.

• If you haven’t already, begin a skin care regimen suitable for your skin type.

• Start a workout plan to get in shape and give yourself a healthy glow.

• Eat healthy. Drink lots of water, at least 8 glasses a day. Cut down on your caffeine intake.

• If it’s in your budget, get facials. Continue with them once a month if you like the results.

• Bridal party members should call to indicate desired salon and spa services. Schedule an initial hair & makeup consultation with your desired stylist and make-up artist.

• Decide on the length, shape and style of your wedding day hairstyle. Remember to take your headpiece and veil to complete your look.

• Once, to twice, a week you should exfoliate your skin, concentrating on areas such as elbows, knees and feet. Follow up with a deep moisturizer.

• If you are planning on using self-tanner on your wedding day test it out first. Determine the look you want to achieve and the amount you are going to use. If you are going to a professional tanning studio, it still a good idea to have it applied early on.

• Purchase your undergarments and have your second fitting

• Schedule appointments with your selected hairstylist, manicurist and make up artist.

• Confirm times for all of the salon and spa services.

• Now is the time for your facial if you are having one. Never get a facial the day before an event.

• Your hands will be photographed many times, so be sure to keep them moisturized at all times.

• Choose your wedding fragrance.

• If you have decided on cutting and coloring your hair, you should do so at this time.

• Get a professional teeth cleaning with your  dentist.

• Get plenty of rest. A good night’s sleep ensures bright eyes, luminous skin and plenty of energy to get through the big day.

• If you are doing your own hair and make-  up, do a complete run-through with all hair accessories and veil too.

• Avoid the sun and apply plenty of sunblock for protection.

• If you have decided to do the fake tan, you should start applying the desired amount that you already tested months before. If you are going to a professional tanning studio, now is the time to do so.

• Wax unwanted body and facial hair at this time to avoid redness and irritation.

• Get your manicure and pedicure.

• Exfoliate your skin, concentrating on your dècolletage and arms. Apply lots of moisturizer all over.

• Prepare an emergency beauty-kit consisting of extras of all the makeup and hair products you are going to be using.

• Give yourself plenty of time to get ready.

• Go to your final appointments; make-up, hair, etc.

• Allow time for one last check in the mirror before you head down the aisle.

• Relax and enjoy your wedding day!