Step 1

Celebrate and Share the News

• Call your closest family and friends before posting on social media.
• Consider an engagement photoshoot to capture the moment.
• Set a tentative season or year for your wedding — it will help with planning.

Step 2

Talk About Your Vision

• Decide on your wedding style: traditional, destination, luxury at-home, or virtual.
• Discuss guest count — intimate elopement, medium gathering, or big event.
• Talk openly about budget from the start.

Pro Tip: If you’re considering a destination or long-distance wedding, LoveLifeWedding.com offers beautiful legal ceremonies over video call — perfect for including family without the travel costs.

Step 3

Get Your Marriage License

• Research the legal requirements for your state (or country).
• Find out what documents you’ll need (ID, birth certificate, etc.).
• Schedule time to apply — licenses often have expiration dates.
• For virtual weddings, the license is obtained 100% online

Step 4

Choose Your Date and Venue

• Pick a date that works for your must-have guests.
• Book your venue early, whether that’s a beach resort, backyard, or a flowered archway in your own garden.
• For a luxury virtual wedding, all you need is a reliable Wi-Fi and your favorite backdrop, real or virtual.

Step 5

Hire Your Key Vendors

• Officiant (or book with LoveLifeWedding.com for a legal online ceremony with an authorized officiant)
• Photographer/videographer
• Catering and cake
• Music or entertainment

Step 6

Plan the Details

• Send “Save the Date” cards or digital invites.
• Choose attire for you and your partner.
• Select décor, flowers, and any personal touches.

Step 7

Make it Personal

• Write your vows (or have them custom-written).
• Include cultural or family traditions.
• Plan special moments for guests — even if they’re watching online.

Step 8

Confirm and Rehearse

• Double-check all vendor bookings.
• Rehearse the ceremony (yes, even virtual weddings benefit from a quick run-through).
• Make a day-of schedule.

Step 9

Enjoy Your Day

It's now your time to shine and make this special moment one that you'll cherish for a lifetime!