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Wedding Checklist |
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Six months before the Wedding Date
Think about the type of wedding you want: formal or informal big or small the time of year venue where you want it to take place
Set your budget.
Hire wedding coordinator, if desired.
Compile guest list, and organize addresses.
Finalize wedding date.
Reserve ceremony and reception sites.
Choose attendants.
Order dress and accessories, including veil and shoes.
Book a wedding officiator.
Book caterer.
Order wedding cake.
Book florist.
Book music for ceremony and reception.
Book photographer and videographer.
Plan and book honeymoon.
Send save-the-date cards, if using.
Six months before the Wedding Date
Reserve rental equipment, such as tables, chairs, and tents.
Arrange transportation for the wedding day.
Order stationery, invitations thank-you notes;
Book a calligrapher, if plan on using this type of service.
Register for gifts.
Purchase wedding rings.
Purchase or reserve groom's attire.
Choose attendants' attire.
Buy stockings and any special lingerie your dress requires.
Choose favors.
Book a room for wedding night.
Choose gifts for wedding party.
Reserve accommodations for out-of-town guests.
Sign up for dance lessons.
Two to Four months before the Wedding Date
Discuss details of menu with caterer.
Discuss service with your officiator.
Choose readings for ceremony.
Write your wedding vows, if you choose.
One to Two months before the Wedding Date
Buy guest book.
Have programs printed.
If your state requires blood tests, make appointments.
Obtain marriage license, and request certified copies.
If you intend to change your name, prepare the necessary documents.
Send change-of-address information to post office.
Contact local newspapers about publishing wedding announcement.
Two Weeks before the Wedding Date
Have final dress fitting with shoes, accessories, and lingerie.
Begin seating plan, and write place cards.
Notify caterer of guest count.
Write toasts for rehearsal dinner and wedding reception.
Address announcements.
Break in wedding shoes at home.
Designate a house sitter for while you are on your honeymoon.
Find out where your guests will be staying
If you plan to deliver welcome notes or gifts to their rooms.
One Week before the Wedding Date
Finalize seating plan.
Assign specific responsibilities:
Who will be handing out corsages and boutonnieres, to members of your wedding party?
Pick up dress or have it delivered.
Confirm details with caterer.
Confirm honeymoon arrangements
Give your itinerary to a friend or family member in case of emergency.
Pack for honeymoon.
Update caterer with final guest and vendor meal counts.
One Day before the Wedding
Confirm transportation arrangements for ceremony and reception.
Give announcements to an attendant for mailing after the wedding.
Have manicure and pedicure.
Rehearse ceremony.
Hold rehearsal dinner.
Give gifts to wedding party.
If you choose, give gifts to parents to thank them for their support.
Prepare tip and payment envelopes for officiator and vendors
Make arrangements for someone to distribute tips and payments.
The Day of the Wedding
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