Wedding Checklist
Below is a simple wedding planner to help you organize the many tasks which are involved in coordinating your wedding and honeymoon. The time frames and tasks set forth below are a guide to assist you in planning your reception. If you have any questions, as always, please contact us.
6 TO 12 MONTHS AHEAD:
o Reserve ceremony site
o Register for gifts
o Select color scheme
o Choose your officiant
o Select attendants & ushers
o Select photographer & videographer
o Select a Band/DJ
o Select wedding dress & headpiece
o Select attendant dresses
o Plan honeymoon
o Pick out and mail Save the Dates
4 to 6 MONTHS AHEAD:
o Select florist
o Arrange for limousines and transportation
o Purchase or reserve groom’s attire
o Select attire for ushers
o Check requirements for marriage license
o Shop for wedding rings
o Book suite for wedding night
o Confirm all wedding attire ordered
o Have both mothers coordinate dress selections
o Finalize guest list and order invitations
o Select favors
2 to 4 MONTHS AHEAD:
o Address invitations
o Review details with Wedding Vendors
o Make rehearsal arrangements & arrange dinner
o Reserve accommodations for out of town guests
o Make appointments for hair and make-up
o Meet with caterer to review details and menu selections
1 TO 2 MONTHS AHEAD:
o Mail invitations 8 weeks prior to date with RSVP 4 weeks prior to date
o Arrange for fitting for your gown
o Coordinate with attendants and schedule their fittings
o Organize wedding accessories (guest book, toasting glasses, cake top, knife, etc.)
o Send change of address information to post office
o Practice hairstyle with headpiece
o Arrange for make-up artist to do a trial run
o Discuss ceremony with officiant and finalize details
1 MONTH TO 2 WEEKS AHEAD:
o Arrange for final fittings
o Pick up gown and groom’s attire
o Pick up wedding rings and be sure they fit
o Check that all attendants have picked up attire
o Obtain marriage license
o Contact guests who have not responded
o Arrange seating plan
o Finalize seating cards or display
o Confirm travel arrangements
o Confirm final details with vendors
o Final meeting with caterer to review floor plan and details
o Pack for honeymoon
YOUR WEDDING DAY:
o Eat a good breakfast
o Start dressing approximately 1 hour
before you are scheduled to take pictures
o Enjoy your WEDDING DAY !!!