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Wedding Planner
Twelve Months Ahead
 Select a wedding date. (Consider backup date(s) as well)
Determine budget; Consult with source of financial support - if applicable.
Determine number of guests to be invited.
Decide type of wedding: Formal or Informal
Choose and secure the ceremony location.
Choose and book officiant.
Choose and secure the reception location.
Buy wedding rings.
Book wedding consultants, if applicable.
Eight to Twelve Months Ahead
Arrange for families to meet if they have not already.
Announce engagement in local newspapers.
Order gown.
Order accessories: veil, lingerie, gloves, and shoes.
Compile guest list from both the bride and groom's families.
Choose and notify attendants.
Select and order attendants' gowns.
Select caterer.
Select photograper.
Select florist.
Select videographer.
Select and order wedding cake and cake top.
Select and register bridal registry items.
Select music for the ceremony.
Select music/entertainment for reception.
Discuss honeymoon plans.
Plan details of reception.
Six to Eight Months Ahead
Plan details with florist.
Order invitations, announcements, personal stationery, and thank you notes.
Reserve limousine transportation for the bridal party.
Arrange transportation to/from the ceremony/reception for out-of-town guests.
Reserve rental equipment: tables, chairs, tent, etc.
Find a new place to live - if applicable.
Finalize honeymoon plans.
Reserve accomodations for out-of-town guests.
Book engagement portrait photographer.
Hire stylists for wedding hair and makeup.
Hire coordinator to orchestrate the ceremony and reception - if applicable.
Four to Six Months Ahead
Book calligrapher.
Select men's formalwear.
Begin shopping for trousseau.
Shop for home furnishings - if applicable.
Make arrangements for blood test - if state law.
Book accomodations for wedding night.
Choose and order favors.
Two to Four Months Ahead
Address wedding invitations.
Choose groom's and attendants' gifts.
Confirm delivery dates of all dresses.
Discuss details of menu with caterer.
Discuss ceremony with officiant.
Choose readings and confirm vows for ceremony.
Schedule the rehearsal.
Confirm rehearsal dinner arrangements.
One to Two Months Ahead
Send announcements to newspapers.
Complete shopping for trousseau.
Buy stockings and any remaining accessories needed.
Have final dress fitting.
Pick up rings; check engraving.
Buy guest book, pen, toasting glasses, unity candle,
garter, cake knife and server, flower girl's basket, and ring bearer's pillow.
Print wedding programs.
Mail invitations.
Practice hairstyle with veil if doing own hair for wedding.
Set a date to obtain wedding license.
Make name change arrangements.
Remind bridesmaids of final dress fitting.
Plan bridesmaids' party.
Have formal wedding portrait taken.
Pick up gown or have it delivered.
Write thank you notes for gifts received.
Assign friends of family to assist with corsages, boutonniere,
guest book, gift table, and cake cutting.
Send request lists to photographer, videographer, and band/DJ.
Plan bouquet preservation.
Two Weeks Ahead
Double check attire and accessories for all members of the wedding party.
Confirm time and date of wedding rehearsal with wedding party.
Review reception seating plans and prepare place cards if necessary.
Schedule appointment for manicure and pedicure.
Arrange for cleaning and preservation of gown upon return from honeymoon.
Write toasts for rehearsal dinner and wedding reception.
Address announcements to mail on wedding day.
Confirm honeymoon arrangements.
One Week Ahead
Have final conversation with caterer, florist, baker, photographer, band/DJ, and videographer.
Give final count to reception facility and caterer.
Host and/or attend bridesmaids' luncheon.
Pack for honeymoon.
Get 'going-away' outfit ready.
Purchase traveler's checks.
Confirm responsibilities assigned to family and friends.
Finalize seating charts.
Keep up with thank you cards.
One Day Ahead
Confirm pickup times with limousine and/or other transportation.
Rehearsal and rehearsal dinner.
Present attendant gifts to wedding party at the rehearsal dinner.
Relax!!
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