* Set the date and time of your wedding.
* Visit and reserve your location for ceremony.
* Plan for the Bride and Groom's parents to meet if not already
done so.
* Determine wedding budget.
* Determine the size of your guest list.
* Pick out the Bride's gown and accessories.
* Choose your wedding party.
* Shop for bridesmaid's attire and accessories.
* Visit appropriate clergy members.
* Reserve the date with your florist, photographer, videographer and
DJ or Band.
* Order your wedding rings.
* Put together your bridal registry.
* Order your wedding invitations and announcements.
4 - 6 Months Before The Wedding
* Send out announcements.
* Finalize guest list.
* Plan rehearsal dinner at desired location.
* Reserve accommodations for out of town guests close to
ceremony locations.
* Arrange transportation for the wedding party and suggestions for
out of town guests.
* Discuss food and beverage details with desired location.
* Plan your honeymoon; be sure to include passport, flight
reservations and hotel accommodations; shop for lingerie.
* Shop for groom and groomsmen's attire.
* Make sure all deposits are confirmed with venue and vendors.
4 - 6 Months Before The Wedding
* Order the wedding cake.
* Buy cake knife set, toasting glasses, and guest book.
* Choose gifts for wedding party, parents, and fiance'.
* Address invitations/announcements and mail.
* Meet with the florist to didcuss final ideas.
* Meet with your photographer to discuss final ideas.
* Apply for your marriage license.
* Confirmthat guests have made their reservations at the Hotel of
your choice and arrange a complimentary shuttle to the Ceremony
location.
4 -8 Weeks Before The Wedding
* Meet with your DJ or Band and give them a final song list.
* Schedule the plans with your hairstylist and makeup artist.
* Write your vows and any toasts if needed.
* Pick up wedding rings.
* Contact guest who have yet to respond.
* Appoint family member or friend to attain to the guest book.
2 - 4 Weeks Before The Wedding
* Write thank you notes for all shower and wedding gifts upon arrival.
* Send out wedding announcement to local newspapers.
* Pick up your marriage license.
* Have dress and formal wear fittings for bride, groom and wedding
party.
* Finalize seating arrangements at ceremony location for reception
guests.
* Confirm honeymoon reservations.
* Pick up decorative card box.
* Make nam,e changes to all official documents.
* Confirm times and details with florist, photography, videography
and DJ or band.
* Give final guest count to the desired location (9 days prior to event)
1 Week Before The Wedding
* Host a bridesmaid party.
* Pick up bride's gown, bridesmaid's dresses and accessories.
* Pack for your honeymoon.
* Pay the final deposit to Ceremony and reception location.
2 - 3 Days before the Wedding
* Treat yourself to a day at the spa, including a manicure, pedicure
and massage to prepare for your special day.
* Hand out ceremony readings to those participating.
* Prepare your travel bag for your wedding day; including, makeup,
hair accessories, toiletries, and emergency items.
Day Before The Wedding
* Eat breakfast
* Drink lots of water.
* Have hair and makeup done.
* Arrive at ceremony location two hours prior to the ceremony.
* Enjoy your special day!
