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WEDDING PLANNING
Below
there are list of all item s you can check off list
to your upcoming wedding and a time calendar check
list and budget planner also.
Formal
attire
Bridal
Headpiece
Bridal
Gown
Organizer
or Planner
Wedding
Etiquette Book
Napkins
Bridal
Shoes
Book
Matches
Bridal
Handbag
Ribbon
Bridal
Hosiery
Place
cards
Bridle
Garter(s)
Table
Numbers
Bridal
Shoes
Table
Reserved Signs
Bridal
Gloves
Something
Old, New, Borrowed...
Lingerie
Guest
Book
Bridesmaids'
Dresses
Plume
Pen
Bridesmaids'
Shoes
Sixpence
Coin for Your shoe
Mothers'
Dresses
Toasting
Glasses
Tuxedo
Rental
Cake
Knife and Server
Tuxedo
Shoes
Engraving
Men's
Formal Hose
Ring
Bearer Pillow
Gown
Preservation
Flower
girl Basket
Wedding
Stationary
Wedding
Card Box or Basket
Engagement
Announcements
Cake
Top
Invitations
Wedding
Favours
Announcements
Unity
Candle
Reception
Enclosure Cards
Aisle
Runner
Response
Cards
Jewellery
Map/Direction
Cards
Wedding
Ring
Informal
Groom's
Wedding Ring
Brides
Breakdown in costs
All
of the reception costs (i.e., room rental, food, and
beverages).
Bridesmaids' bouquets and flowers.
Decorative accessories for the ceremony and reception.
Music for the ceremony and reception.
Groom's wedding gift and wedding band.
Bridesmaids' gifts and their hotel accommodations.
Photographer and photographs.
Wedding stationary.
Bride's wedding gown, accessories and trousseau.
All transportation and parking expenses for the ceremony
and reception.
Grooms break down in costs
Bride's rings and wedding gift.
Marriage license.
Grooms-men's gifts.
Ties and gloves for the groom's party.
Bride's bouquet and corsage.
Corsages for mothers and grandmothers.
Boutonnieres for the groom's party.
Clergyman's fee.
Rehearsal dinner.
The honeymoon.
Wedding Planning Calendar
Nine
to Twelve Months Before
Learn
the facts about diamonds, and find the engagement
ring.
Propose.
Set
an initial budget.
Select
a wedding date and time.
Announce
your engagement in the newspaper.
Determine
the type of wedding you want (day/night, indoor/outdoor)
Research
availability of reception locations.
Select
and book your reception location.
Find
a caterer if not already provided by the reception
facility.
Research
availability of ceremony locations.
Select
and book your ceremony location.
Determine
who will officiate at the ceremony.
Determine
how many guests you wish to invite.
Set
aside blocks of hotel/motel rooms for out-of-town
guests.
Get
a band or DJ, get one early because they can get booked.
Decide
if you want a bridal party, and if so, then how large.
Start
to research your bridal gowns.
Start
to research the groom’s formal wear/tuxedo.
Start
to research bridesmaids' dresses.
Start
to research formal wears for the groomsmen.
Compare
and find a photographer.
Compare
and find a videographer.
Find
local florists and set appointments to look at their
work.
Be
sure that you get contracts from all the professionals
you choose.
Create
a bridal registry, and/or an engagement registry.
Visit
bridal shows. Check the schedule of upcoming
Six
to Nine Months Before
Start
compiling the guest list (inform your families to
do the same).
Select
the attendants for your wedding party.
Purchase
the bride's gown.
Purchase
the groom's tuxedo.
Purchase
bridesmaids' dresses.
Arrange
for your groomsmen to be measured and reserve the
tuxedos
Shop
for the wedding dress, headpiece, veil, and other
accessories.
Choose
and reserve your florist.
Order
the wedding cake
The
parents of the groom should begin to arrange the Rehearsal
Dinner,
and reserve a restaurant or make other arrangements.
Arrange
for transportation for the wedding.
Four
to Six Months Before
Make
appointments for a physical exam with your doctor/dentist.
Check
requirements for blood test and marriage license in
your state.
Shop
for wedding rings.
Select
and order the invitations and stationery.
Make
sure all the men's attire has been ordered.
Decide
where to live after the wedding.
Complete
the guest lists.
Begin
shopping for trousseau.
Send
your engagement announcement to the newspaper.
Inform
mothers to select their dresses.
Select
and order the men's attire.
Finalize
honeymoon details and make the necessary reservations.
Two
to Four Months Before
Confirm
the menu and catering details with the caterer.
Prepare
all maps and directions for the ceremony and reception.
Select
your wedding rings.
Buy
a wedding guest book.
Set
the dates and times with the officiate for the rehearsal.
Plan
the bridesmaids' luncheon and any other parties.
Determine
your resources for designing and printing the program
for the ceremony.
Finalize
the florist details, photographer, videographer, and
musicians.
Arrange
the necessary accommodations for out-of-town guests.
Plan
a rehearsal dinner, time and place.
Confirm
the wedding cake details with the bake
Six
to Eight Weeks Before
Mail
invitations and announcements.
Prepare
a portrait for the newspaper. Check your local newspaper.
Set
appointment with photographer for your formal bridal
portrait.
Select
gifts for all your attendants.
Set
appointments with any hairdressers and/or makeup artists.
Hire
the limousine or other forms of transportation for
the wedding.
Four
to Six Weeks Before
Decide
what your menu is going to be for the reception.
Buy
a gift for the groom.
Schedule
a final fitting for your gown so it can be ready.
Purchase
a going away outfit.
Pick
up your wedding rings.
Purchase
(borrow) all wedding accessories
Confirm
florist details and delivery times.
Plan
the seating for the reception as well as other details
for the ceremony and reception.
Start
writing placement cards.
Make
sure all bridesmaids' attire has been fitted.
Buy
a gift for the bride.
Choose
the music for your ceremony, first dance, and parent
dances.
Two
Weeks Before
Make
arrangements to have your wedding gifts moved to your
new home.
Handle
business and legal details such as name changes, address
changes, etc.
Prepare
the wedding announcement for the newspaper.
Reconfirm
your guests' accommodations.
Make
sure all clothing and accessories for you and the
bridal party are ready.
Get
your marriage license and any blood tests, which are
needed.
After
all this you can fully enjoy the marriageable bliss
you deserve..!
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