rehearsal
1 Week
m Address and mail invitations m Confirm ceremony details and arrange
m Pick up dress m Pick up the rings m Write rehearsal dinner and wedding toasts m Confirm out-of-town guest lodging m Get manicure and pedicure m Pack for honeymoon! m Write thank you notes as you receive gifts m Verify transportation to and from ceremony
Day Before
2 Months
12 MONTH PLANNING countdown
m Deliver out-of-town guest gift baskets
m Prepare printed program for ceremony m Invite wedding party and guests to rehearsal dinner
m Purchase guest book and pen, unity candle,
1 Month
toasting glasses, cake knife and server, flower girl/ring bearer accessories m Complete documents for legal name change, change of address
m Obtain marriage license m Pick up rings and check engraving m Confirm details with the florist, caterer,
to hotel
m Attend ceremony rehearsal m Hold rehearsal dinner and give gifts to wedding party
m Prepare tip envelopes and arrange for
entertainers, and officiant
someone to distribute them
m Schedule fittings for gown, tuxedo,
2 Weeks
ring bearer, fiancĂŠ, parents
m Confirm rehearsal dinner plans m Submit list of must-take shots to photographer and videographer
Wedding Day
attendants’ dresses
m Buy gifts for attendants, flower girl,
m Eat breakfast m Get hair and makeup done m Get dressed m Relax and enjoy the day m Give your vows to your Maid of Honor m Exchange a note/gift with your groom
m Follow up on missing RSVPs m Arrange seating chart and place cards m Create wedding day schedule; share with wedding party, family and vendors
m Confirm final guest count to caterer and reception site
O Notes
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