Wedding Planning Check List

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Something Old, Something New, What On Earth Do I Do .... Lets face it, life is busy!  With demanding careers and busy lifestyles it takes alot of time and energy to plan a wedding ... and what if you don't know what you are doing or where to start?! We recommend starting 9 months or more in advance.  Here is a check list to help you along the way.  Keep in mind this is just a guide, every wedding is different and may need more or less planning.

9-12 Months Prior

� Order and get the rings fitted
� Set the date
� Choose Officiate
� Consider pre-marital counseling
� Talk to a bridal consultant
� Set a budget
� Choose colors

� Decide on theme of reception
(dance party or dinner party, etc...)
� Compile guest lists
� Choose attendants
� Go dress shopping
� Attend local bridal shows
� Start shopping vendors

6-9 Months Prior

� Order gowns
� Book ceremony & reception site
� Book Photographer
� Book Videographer
� Book DJ/Musicians
� Book Caterer & Baker
� Book Florist
� Send out "Save the date cards"
� Make arrangements for time off work
(don't forget a few days before the wedding and a few days
after the honeymoon ... you may also need to take time
off to meet with your photographer to see your wedding pictures!)

4-5 Months Prior

� Book wedding day hair & make up person
� Have "Engagement Photos" taken
� Send engagement announcement to local paper
(with an "Engagement Photo")
� Order Invitations and Thank You cards
� Set up Gift Registry
� Decide on guest favors
� Order Tuxedos
� Book Limo service for wedding day
� Book Honeymoon plans
� Start up personal wedding website

6-9 Weeks Prior

� Mail Invitations with RSVP cards
� Get Marriage License
� Attend bridal showers
� Order guest favors
� Plan Rehearsal
� Final dress fittings
� Do test hair & make up
� Have pre-bridal portraits made
� Order Thank You cards
� Coordinate guest lodging
� Keep up with RSVP's

2-4 Weeks Prior

� Confirm travel plans
� Keep up with final RSVP's
� Finalize details with all vendors
� Do final dress fitting
� Have dresses steamed
� Have a "girls day out"
� Relax!
 

For more checklists and planning tips, see "The Definitive Wedding Planning Guide"