Six Months to One Year Ahead: Set your budget Choose Ceremony and Reception Locations Compile guest list and organize addresses Choose a Band Choose a Florist Choose a Photographer and Videographer Choose your Attendants Book your officiant Plan your honeymoon Send “Save the Date” cards, if using. Send hotel reservation notices with save the date. Register for gifts Shop for your wedding dress Set up room blocks at hotels for out-of-town guests Book rehearsal dinner venue Four to Six Months Ahead Arrange for wedding day transportation Order stationary, including thank you notes Purchase wedding rings Purchase or reserve groom’s attire Choose your attendants attire Choose gifts for the wedding party Book your hair stylist and make-up artist Two to Four Months Ahead Discuss food and beverage details with your catering manager and plan your tasting. Discuss ceremony/service Send invitation envelopes to calligraphers. Schedule time to mail invitations approximately 6-8 weeks prior to wedding. First dress fitting One to Two Months Ahead Have programs printed Obtain your marriage license If you intend to change your name, prepare the necessary documents Try out hairstyle and make-up Two Weeks Ahead Final dress fitting Begin creating your seating plan Inform caterer of guest count One Week Ahead Finalize seating plan Pick up dress Confirm details with cater and sign-off on catering documents Confirm honeymoon itinerary; make photocopies of passports & give your relatives your itinerary in the case of emergency. Pack for your honeymoon One Day Ahead Manicure and Pedicure Confirm transportation arrangements Rehearse ceremony Hold rehearsal dinner, distribute gifts to wedding party. Prepare gratuity and payment envelopes and arrange for someone to distribute. Your Wedding Day ENJOY EVERY MOMENT!

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