9 To 12 Months
Before
· Determine who will officiate at the
ceremony.
· Select a wedding date and time.
· Announce
your engagement in the newspaper.
· Determine how many guests may
attend.
· Determine the type of wedding you want (size, formality,
style, color scheme).
· Select and order the bridesmaids'
dresses.
· Establish a preliminary budget.
· Select and
secure a photographer.
· Select a caterer if not already provided by
the reception.
· Select and secure your reception location.
· Select and secure your ceremony location.
· Select and
secure your DJ / MC.
· Begin choosing your wedding cake baker,
videographer, and florist. Sign necessary contracts.
· Pick out
engagement ring with fiancé. 6 To 9 Months Before
· Start
compiling the guest list (inform your families to do the same).
·
Select the attendants for your wedding party.
· Shop for the wedding
dress, headpiece, veil, etc.
· Start planning for honeymoon.
· Register with a gift bridal registry in your favorite
store.
4 To 6 Months Before
·
Make appointments for a physical exam with your doctor/dentist.
·
Check requirements for blood test and marriage license in your state
· Shop for wedding rings.
· Select and order the invitations
and stationery.
· Decide where to live after the wedding.
· Complete the guest lists. · Begin shopping for trousseau.
· Send your engagement announcement to the newspaper.
·
Inform mothers to select their dresses.
· Select and order the men's
attire.
· Finalize honeymoon details and make the necessary
reservations.
2 To 4 Months Before
· Confirm the menu and catering details with the caterer.
· Prepare all maps and directions for the ceremony and reception.
· Select your wedding rings.
· Buy a wedding guest
book.
· Set the dates and times with the officiant for the
rehearsal.
· Plan the bridesmaids' luncheon and any other
parties.
· Determine your resources for designing and printing the
program for the ceremony.
· Finalize the florist details,
photographer, videographer, DJ/MC, etc.
· Arrange the necessary
accommodations for out-of-town guests.
· Plan a rehearsal dinner,
time and place.
· Confirm the wedding cake details with the
baker.
6 To 8 Weeks Before
·
Mail invitations and announcements.
· Prepare a portrait for the
newspaper. Check your local newspaper for details and timing.
· Set
appointment with photographer for your formal bridal portrait.
·
Select gifts for all your attendants.
· Set appointments with any
hairdressers and/or makeup artists.
· Hire the limousine or other
forms of transportation for the wedding.
4 To 6
Weeks Before
· Decide what your menu is going to be for
the reception. Estimate the expected number of guests.
· Buy a gift
for the groom.
· Schedule a final fitting for your gown so it can be
ready for your formal bridal portrait.
· Purchase a going away
outfit.
· Pick up your wedding rings.
· Purchase (borrow)
all wedding accessories such as the ring pillow, goblets, garter belt, candles,
etc.
· Confirm florist details and delivery times.
· Plan
the seating for the reception as well as other details for the ceremony and
reception.
Start writing placement cards.
· Make sure all
bridesmaids' attire has been fitted.
· Buy a gift for the bride.
2 Weeks Before
· Set up final
consultation with your DJ/MC.
· Make arrangements to have your
wedding gifts moved to your new home.
· Handle business and legal
details such as name changes, address changes, etc.
· Prepare the
wedding announcement for the newspaper.
· Reconfirm your guests'
accommodations.
· Make sure all clothing and accessories for you and
the bridal party are ready.
· Get your marriage license and any
blood tests which are needed.
The Week
Before
· Review any seating details with the ushers.
· Make sure all wedding attire fits.
· Finalize the
seating arrangements.
· Reconfirm your honeymoon reservations.
Ensure you have any necessary plane tickets.
· Start packing for
your honeymoon.
· Call any guests who have not responded yet.
· Finish all the place cards for the reception.
· Review
all the final details with your photographer, videographer, etc.
·
Give a final head count to the caterer.
· Delegate responsibilities
to reliable individuals on your wedding day.
· Wrap and present the
wedding party gifts.
· Finalize your rehearsal dinner arrangements
or other plans. The Day Before
· Get a manicure or massage to relax
yourself.
· Stay with your family the night before and go to sleep
early.
· Review and rehearse all the details of your participants.
The Big Day
· Make sure the best man and maid of honor sign the
wedding certificate.
· Allow yourself plenty of time to get dressed.
· Enjoy your wonderful wedding and cherish each and every
moment!!!
· Be sure to eat properly.
· Rest and relax
with a good bath.
· Prepare for your hairdresser and makeup
appointments.
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