Heres a Checklist to Help Get You There In Fine Fashion
9-12 MONTHS BEFORE YOUR WEDDING
Decide on a ceremony site. Reserve the date.
Decide on the reception site. Reserve the date. Decide on a caterer if
catering onsite is unavailable.
Begin shopping for your gown. Order the gown in the size that fits you now.
Start shopping for bridesmaid gowns.
If using a wedding consultant, meet and provide her/him with your vision of
the wedding day.
Begin search for wedding bands.
Hire florist.
Hire photographer and a videographer.
Look into wedding day transportation. Do you want a limo, horse and carriage,
limo bus?
Continue to refine your refine your preliminary guest list.
Decide with your fiancι ways to deal with stress from the
wedding planning process.
WEDDING WISDOM
You will feel a huge sense of accomplishment by first tackling what is most
significant for you.
Ideas for wedding favors.
What do you want your bouquet to look like? Discuss with your florist.
Will you need flowers for dιcor and centerpieces?
How long will you need the photographer?
Who will choose the design of the bridesmaid dresses?
Do you want a live band or a DJ service?
As you go on regular shopping trips, if you notice anything that may be used
for the wedding, dont wait. Pick it up and tore it,
especially if its on sale! Think: gifts for the bridal party, centerpieces, or
even favors.
What would you like to have on the registry? Register later, but visit stores
now.
Maintenance of a healthy lifestyle.
Try to do something wedding related 30 minutes a day.
Remember to implement the stress-buster techniques you and your fiancι agreed
to use.
Tell your fiancι something you really like about him.
6-9 MONTHS BEFORE YOUR WEDDING DAY
Discuss menu plan with caterer.
Decide on wedding day transportation.
Book band, musicians or DJ service.
Purchase wedding bands and engrave a special saying.
Complete your bridal registry.
Attend pre-marriage courses, if applicable.
Take mothers to go shopping for gowns.
Purchase accessories, shoes, and undergarments for first fitting.
Ask friends to be key players. Key players are trustworthy pals you can rely
on for crucial tasks. The key players are not part of the immediate wedding
party since they will be mostly involved in photo shoots.
Fine tune guest list.
Compile addresses of guests. Mail save-the-date cards to out-of-town guests.
Search for wedding favors.
4-6 MONTHS BEFORE YOUR WEDDING DAY
Begin search for hair and makeup artist.
Complete and finalize the guest list.
Order wedding invitations, envelopes, and other stationary.
Book wedding day transportation.
Consider honeymoon spots. Call travel agencies for best packages. Book the
honeymoon.
Book hotel for wedding night, if applicable.
Continue to compile list of duties for key players.
Mail out hotel and city information to out-of-town guests.
Complete insurance issues, as needed (e.g. for therings).
Remind your fiancι to order tuxedo.
Let DJ/live band know of special songs you would like played at the
ceremony/reception.
Purchase wedding favors.
2-4 MONTHS BEFORE YOUR WEDDING DAY
3 months before the wedding: get your marriage license application.
Write invitations. Mail out at 8 - 10 weeks.
Gather all necessary travel documents (e.g. passports, visas, etc.) and
immunization for honeymoon.
Finalize menu items for reception.
Finalize ceremony and reception music.
Finalize favors or create your own.
Buy thank you gifts for wedding party and key players.
Book your hair and makeup artists.
. Book times for fittings. Bring your accessories. Aim to schedule hair and
makeup trial on the same day to get a look at the complete package.
Write thank you notes for any gifts received.
Begin finalizing seating arrangements.
Begin to plan receiving line, timeline, and itinerary of the day.
Purchase guest book, cake knife, champagne glasses, garters, etc.
WEDDING WISDOM
Remember to keep all vendors informed.
Begin considering the rehearsal dinner.
Will you be writing your own vows?
A simple thank you goes a long way. Take a quick moment to express your
gratitude with a little surprise.
Remember to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Maximize use of those stress-buster techniques.
Stress = frowns so put on a smile. It will make a difference especially when
it is returned in kind. Treat your fiancι and yourself to a massage.
6-9 MONTHS BEFORE YOUR WEDDING DAY
Discuss menu plan with caterer.
Decide on wedding day transportation.
Book band, musicians or DJ service.
Purchase wedding bands and engrave a special saying.
Complete your bridal registry.
Attend pre-marriage courses, if applicable.
Take mothers to go shopping for gowns.
Purchase accessories, shoes, and undergarments for first fitting.
Ask friends to be key players. Key players are trustworthy pals you can rely
on for crucial tasks. The key players are not part of the immediate wedding
party since they will be mostly involved in photo shoots.
Fine tune guest list.
Compile addresses of guests. Mail save-the-date cards to out-of-town guests.
Search for wedding favors.
4-6 MONTHS BEFORE YOUR WEDDING DAY
Begin search for hair and makeup artist.
Complete and finalize the guest list.
Order wedding invitations, envelopes, and other stationary.
Book wedding day transportation.
Consider honeymoon spots. Call travel agencies for best packages. Book the
honeymoon.
Book hotel for wedding night, if applicable.
Continue to compile list of duties for key players.
Mail out hotel and city information to out-of-town guests.
Complete insurance issues, as needed (e.g. for therings).
Remind your fiancι to order tuxedo.
Let DJ/live band know of special songs you would like played at the
ceremony/reception.
Purchase wedding favors.
2-4 MONTHS BEFORE YOUR WEDDING DAY
3 months before the wedding: get your marriage license application.
Write invitations. Mail out at 8 - 10 weeks.
Gather all necessary travel documents (e.g. passports, visas, etc.) and
immunization for honeymoon.
Finalize menu items for reception.
Finalize ceremony and reception music.
Finalize favors or create your own.
Buy thank you gifts for wedding party and key players.
Book your hair and makeup artists.
. Book times for fittings. Bring your accessories. Aim to schedule hair and
makeup trial on the same day to get a look at the complete package.
Write thank you notes for any gifts received.
Begin finalizing seating arrangements.
Begin to plan receiving line, timeline, and itinerary of the day.
Purchase guest book, cake knife, champagne glasses, garters, etc.
WEDDING WISDOM
Remember to keep all vendors informed.
Begin considering the rehearsal dinner.
Will you be writing your own vows?
A simple thank you goes a long way. Take a quick moment to express your
gratitude with a little surprise.
Remember to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Maximize use of those stress-buster techniques.
Stress = frowns so put on a smile. It will make a difference especially when
it is returned in kind. Treat your fiancι and yourself to a massage.
4-8 WEEKS BEFORE YOUR WEDDING
Tackle outstanding legal matters if applicable (e.g. name change).
Finalize list of must-have photos. Give a copy to photographer and key
players.
Complete seating plan as RSVPs arrive.
Finalize songs for the ceremony and reception.
Get a pre-wedding trim and spa treatment.
Finalize styles with hair and makeup artist.
Write your own vows, if you desire. Let the officiant know of any readings or
other special requests.
Confirm dates and times with officiant for rehearsal.
Finalize list of responsibilities for key players and bridal party.
Have a friendly get-together with everyone and distribute responsibilities.
Book time for final dress fitting.
Arrange rehearsal dinner for one week before the wedding. Invite bridal party
and key players.
Confirm honeymoon plans with travel agency.
Make checklist of items to bring for the honeymoon.
Finalize receiving line, timeline, and itinerary of the day.
WEDDING WISDOM
Plan rehearsal dinner and any toasts youd like to make. Would you like to
make a little speech to each person as you give him/her the gift?
Consider writing a special speech for the reception.
Packing soon for the honeymoon. Is there anything you need to buy for the
honeymoon?
Remember to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
You and your fiancι are now pros at using those stressbusters.
When in doubt, laugh. Rent a romantic comedy and spend the night snuggling
with your fiancι. Bring on the popcorn.
2-3 WEEKS BEFORE YOUR WEDDING
Finalize seating plan. Call guests who have not returned RSVPs.
Have your final dress fitting.
Pick up gown and hang in cool dry place, avoiding sunlight.
Confirm details with all vendors.
Arrange times for key players to pick up items they are responsible for (e.g.
who will bring the wine, the favors, etc.).
Confirm date for rehearsal dinner with the key players and bridal party.
Write your toast for the rehearsal dinner.
Write a special thank you for the reception, if you desire.
Begin packing for the honeymoon.
Leave honeymoon itinerary with someone in case of emergency.
WEDDING WISDOM
Make sure all gifts are wrapped and special notes are written for the key
players and the bridal party.
Make sure the rings fit.
Remember to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
You and your fiancι are experts at using those stress buster skills. Give
yourselves a big pat on the back.
Admire yourself. Admire your fiancι. You two are wonderful, beautiful people
in love. Theres definitely something
to smile about. Shower your fiancι with kisses.
THE DAY BEFORE YOUR WEDDING
Your key players have all their tasks and contact numbers.
Each person knows where they will need to be the next day.
Double check that you have packed your clothes and other personal items for
the next day.
De-stress your body. Consider deep breathing and other relaxation exercises
such as yoga.
Make time to spend alone with your fiancι. Soak up the moment together.
WEDDING WISDOM
It is the day before your wedding and by now, although you may feel jittery
and anxious and possibly stressed, most if
not all the major details have been ironed out.
Have faith in your wedding party and key players.
Know that the wedding day is only one day. It is a day with family and friends
who will surround you and your new
husband with love and well wishes.
Before going to bed, practice deep breathing exercises to relax your mind and
body. This will help to ensure a good nights rest.
Laughter is the best beauty tip. A smile goes a long way.
