Wedding checklist a little help to keep you organized
12 or More Months Before Determine potential dates and times for your wedding . Decide on the size , formality and setting of your wedding . Create a wedding budget – consider size , formality and special requirements Reserve the locations for your wedding and reception . Meet with and book your wedding officiant or clergy . Draw up an initial guest list .
9 – 12 Months Before Shop for your wedding dress and bridesmaid ’ s attire . Book your photographer and videographer . Reserve vendors - caterer , decorator , music , entertainment , transportation Reserve your florist . Choose your wedding rings . Create your gift registry
6 – 9 Months Before Order your wedding cake . Send save the date notice to wedding guest Order your invitations and any other stationery . Order wedding favors for your guests .
3 – 6 Months Before Finalize your guest list . Reserve the men ’ s wedding attire . Book your hairdresser and make up artist . Mail the invitations
2 Months Before Decide on your wedding vows or compose your own .
Finalize the reception menus . Confirm the wedding details with the musicians and clergy or officiant . Have the programs printed . Schedule final dress fitting .
1 Month Before Apply for a marriage license . Meet with all vendors to confirm details . Prepare wedding day itinerary . Prepare seating plan
2 Weeks Before Draft the speeches . Finalize reception details . Review guest list and call any guests who have not replied . Meet with your hairdresser and make-up artist for consultation . Deliver song lists to musicians or playlists to disc jockey . Finalize seating plan .
1 Week Before Determine the order for the procession . Have your rehearsal and dinner . Pick up the attire for the groomsmen . Confirm the final numbers with the venue and caterer . Prepare wedding favors Draw up a seating arrangement for the reception and write out the place cards .
On the Day Give the wedding bands to the best man . Relax and enjoy your special day
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