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Click Here To Print This Page Upon Engagement Decide on a wedding style Set a budget Select and reserve dates for wedding and reception Choose attendants and officiant Decide on expense sharing Determine number of guests and begin guest list 6-12 Months Before Announce engagement in local paper Choose gown and accessories Choose bridesmaid dresses and accessories Select and book caterer, florist, photographer, videographer, reception, entertainment, ceremony musicians Begin discussing honeymoon plans 4-6 Months Before Complete guest list   Buy going away outfit   Plan and book honeymoon Select a baker and order a wedding cake   Check marriage license and blood test requirements   Order wedding invitations and stationary supplies 2-3 Months Before Select men’s formalwear   Arrange wedding transportation and accommodations for out-of-town guests   Have mothers select dresses   Confirm all arrangements: officiant, wedding & reception locations, flowers, catering, baker, musicians, videographer, photographer   Reserve any rental equipment for reception/ceremony   Finalize honeymoon plans   Address and mail invitations to arrive 4 to 6 weeks before the wedding   Plan rehearsal and rehearsal dinner 1 Month Before Final fittings for bride and bridesmaids   Purchase gifts for attendants   Get wedding accessories ready: ring pillows, candles, guest book   Start record book for gifts, keep up to date with thank you notes 2 Weeks Before Arrange name and address changes on bank accounts, credit cards, drivers license, etc. Confirm rehearsal time and date with all wedding party members Contact guests who failed to return RSVP 1 Week Before Provide final guest count to caterer Make chart of seating arrangements Make place cards Confirm honeymoon reservations; get tickets Pack for honeymoon The Day Before Finalize seating chart Assign duties to wedding party members, such as distributing corsages and boutonnieres, seating guests at dinner, etc. Rehearse ceremony, have rehearsal dinner Wedding Day Get a massage Bring to church: Rings Marriage license All accessories Emergency kit: spare stockings, sewing needs, safety pins, etc. Give officiant’s fee to best man for presentation after the ceremony If the pictures are being taken before the ceremony, the entire wedding party should be ready two hours before

	The Ultimate Wedding Guide		9.   Wedding Rehearsal Dinner
1.   Wedding Invitations - Make a Great First Impression			10. Wedding Reception Dinner
2.   Wedding Guest Favors - Simply Memorable			11. Gifts for Wedding Party
3.   Wedding Veils - Picking The Perfect Veil			12. Wedding Jewelry - Trends and What’s In Style…
4.   Wedding Flowers - Choosing Your Wedding Flowers			13. Wedding Thank You Notes - Show Your Appreciation
5.   Gift Registry Etiquette			14. Wedding Day Timeline - *Free Printout! *
6.   Wedding Expenses - Who Pays for What?			15. Wedding Budget Tips - * Free Printout! *
7.   Wedding Toasts Etiquette -  And Liquor Basics			16. Wording Your Wedding Announcements
8.   Wedding Gowns and Dresses  - What to Look For			17. Wedding Photo Check List - * Free Printout! *

 

 

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