Wednesday, June 17, 2009

Countdown to your Wedding Day

Make sure everything goes to plan with our handy list!

Six or more months ahead

* Decide on the style, size and formality or your wedding
* Think about what time of year you would like it to take place
* Set a budget
* Hire a wedding planner, if you wish
* Compile a guest list
* Choose ceremony site and reception venue
* Choose the bridal party
* Order the wedding dress

4-6 months ahead

* Book photographer and videographer
* Choose and book florist
* Plan and book your honeymoon
* Book music and entertainment
* Arrange transportation for the day
* Register for gifts
* Purchase wedding rings
* Purchase or reserve groom's attire
* Choose attendants' attire
* Choose accessories for you and your attendants
* Choose invitations

2-4 months ahead

* Choose and order your wedding cake
* Choose favours
* Mail invitations
* Discuss details of the menu with caterer
* Try our make-up and hair styles
* Choose presents for your attendants

1-2 months ahead

* Buy guest book
* Get banns certificates (if applicable)
* Confirm all bookings
* Send out thank-you notes as gifts arrive

One week to go

* Confirm number of guests with caterer and finalize seating plan
* Pack for honeymoon
* Ceremony rehearsal (if applicable)
* Ensure all speeches are prepared
* Finalize wedding day itinerary and ensure everyone knows what is expected of them

Wedding Day

* Breathe!
* Give yourself plenty of time to get ready, allowing time for pre-wedding
photographs.
* Relax and have fun after all the months of hard work.
* Enjoy every moment, the memories will last a lifetime.

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