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9 - 24 MONTHS BEFORE THE WEDDING
-ANNOUNCE YOUR ENGAGEMENT TO FRIENDS & FAMILY
-ARRANGE FOR BOTH FAMILIES TO MEET
-START PLANNING AN ENGAGEMENT PARTY/CELEBRATION
-DISCUSS & SET YOUR WEDDING DATE
-DISCUSS AND SET A BUDGET & DECIDE HOW EXPENSES WILL BE SHARED
-DISCUSS LEVEL OF FORMALITY, # OF GUESTS AND COLOR SCHEME
-DISCUSS PRENUPTIAL AGREEMENT AND RELATED ISSUES
-HIRE A WEDDING CONSULTANT (optional)
-MAKE A NEAT FILE FOR CONTRACTS, FORMS, IMPORTANT PAPERS, ETC.
-SELECT YOUR BRIDAL PARTY
-SELECT READERS FOR CEREMONY (optional)
-START COMPILING AN INVITATION LIST
-ATTEND BRIDAL SHOWS/EXPOS
-TAKE AN ENGAGEMENT PHOTO
-SEND ENGAGEMENT ANNOUNCEMENT AND PHOTO TO LOCAL NEWSPAPER(S)
-CHOOSE AND BOOK YOUR RECEPTION SITE
-HIRE A CATERER (if necessary)
-SELECT A SITE FOR THE CEREMONY
-SPEAK TO AND RESERVE AN OFFICIANT
-DISCUSS APPAREL FOR THE BRIDE, GROOM AND BRIDAL PARTY
-DISCUSS HEADPIECE & OTHER ACCESSORIES FOR THE BRIDE
-ORDER BRIDAL GOWN, HEADPIECE AND OTHER ACCESSORIES
-ORDER BRIDESMAIDS' DRESSES & TUXEDOS
-SCHEDULE FITTINGS FOR THE BRIDE, GROOM AND BRIDAL PARTY
-SEND THANK YOU NOTES FOR ENGAGEMENT GIFTS
-CHOOSE AND HIRE A PHOTOGRAPHER
-CHOOSE AND HIRE A VIDEOGRAPHER
-CHOOSE AND HIRE A DJ/BAND/OTHER ENTERTAINMENT FOR THE RECEPTION
-CHOOSE AND HIRE CEREMONY MUSICIAN(S) (optional)

6 - 9 MONTHS BEFORE THE WEDDING
SCHEDULE SPECIAL EVENTS:
Rehearsal and Rehearsal Dinner, Bachelor Party (optional), Bridesmaids' or Bachelorette Party (optional)
-RESERVE ADDITIONAL ITEMS FOR THE CEREMONY & RECEPTION (if necessary):
Tents Tables, Chairs and Linens ,Dishes, Glasses and Utensils , Arches, Balloons, Additional Decorations, Other Items
-HIRE A FLORIST AND CHOOSE FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS
-CONFIRM DELIVERY DATE OF GOWNS AND DRESSES
-MAKE NECESSARY ARRANGEMENTS FOR TIME OFF FROM WORK
-MAKE ARRANGEMENTS TO TAKE DANCING LESSONS IF NECESSARY (optional)
-MAKE HONEYMOON PLANS AND RESERVATIONS
-RESERVE A BRIDAL SUITE FOR THE WEDDING NIGHT

3 - 6 MONTHS BEFORE THE WEDDING
PURCHASE OTHER NECESSARY ITEMS FOR THE CEREMONY & RECEPTION:
Toasting Glasses, Cake Knife, Server Set & Cake Top, Guest Book & Pen, Ring Pillow, Flower Girl Basket, Place Cards, Place Card Holders, Favors, Aisle Runner (optional), Candelabras (optional), Candle Holder(s) (optional)
-FINALIZE HONEYMOON PLANS
Be sure to find out about passports, photo identification and other documents required if you will be leaving the country.
-ORDER INVITATIONS & THANK YOU NOTES
-ORDER CEREMONY PROGRAMS (optional)
-HIRE A CALLIGRAPHER (optional)
-FINALIZE YOUR INVITATION LIST
-START ADDRESSING INVITATIONS
-HIRE A LIMOUSINE OR TRANSPORTATION SERVICE
-HIRE A MAKE-UP ARTIST AND/OR HAIR STYLIST (optional)
-SET UP AT LEAST TWO BRIDAL REGISTRIES
-HELP BOTH MOTHERS SHOP FOR THEIR DRESSES
-PURCHASE SHOES, GARTER AND OTHER ACCESSORIES FOR THE BRIDE
-BUY YOUR WEDDING RINGS
-GROOM BUYS A WEDDING GIFT FOR THE BRIDE
-BRIDE BUYS A WEDDING GIFT FOR THE GROOM
-BUY GIFTS FOR THE BRIDAL PARTY
-SELECT A SONG FOR YOUR FIRST DANCE
-SELECT SONGS FOR PARENT DANCES
-SELECT OTHER SPECIAL SONGS (Cake Cutting, etc.)

1 - 3 MONTHS BEFORE THE WEDDING
-DISTRIBUTE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS TO BRIDAL PARTY
Wedding Day (Time & Place To Meet and Other Details), Rehearsal and Rehearsal Dinner, Bachelor Party (if available), Bridesmaids' or Bachelorette Party (if available), Final Fittings and Pick-Up Dates for Tuxedos and Dresses
-CHECK MARRIAGE LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Blood Tests, Medical Exams, Birth Certificates, Other
-SEND OUT INVITATIONS (AT LEAST 6 WEEKS IN ADVANCE)
-MAKE A LIST AND RECORD RSVP's AND GIFTS RECEIVED
-SCHEDULE FINAL GOWN/HEADPIECE & DRESS FITTINGS
-SCHEDULE FINAL TUXEDO FITTINGS
-ORDER FAVORS FOR THE RECEPTION
-ORDER YOUR WEDDING CAKE & CAKE TOP
-ARRANGE FOR MOVING BELONGINGS TO NEW RESIDENCE
-GET THE MARRIAGE LICENSE
-MAKE APPOINTMENT(S) WITH HAIR/BEAUTY SALON (optional)
-MAKE ARRANGEMENTS TO HAVE YOUR TEETH CLEANED OR BLEACHED (optional)
-CONFIRM HONEYMOON RESERVATIONS
-ARRANGE FOR TRANSPORTATION TO THE AIRPORT
-START PACKING AND PREPARING FOR THE HONEYMOON
-PLAN TO TAKE A FORMAL WEDDING PORTRAIT
-PLACE WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENT IN LOCAL NEWSPAPER(S)

3 - 4 WEEKS BEFORE THE WEDDING
-FINAL CONSULTATION/CONFIRMATION WITH ALL SERVICES(Discuss arrival times, locations, special details and payments due.), DJ/Band/Other Entertainment (don't forget SPECIAL SONGS you want played), Ceremony Musician(s) (don't forget to discuss any SPECIAL DETAILS), Photographer (don't forget to discuss any SPECIAL PICTURES you want taken), Videographer (notify them about any SPECIAL FOOTAGE you want on the tape) ,
Limousine Service (don't forget to discuss TIMES, LOCATIONS & DIRECTIONS), Florist (don't forget to discuss ARRIVAL TIMES at ceremony/reception sites), Baker (don't forget to discuss any SPECIAL DETAILS), Tuxedos (don't forget to discuss FITTING & PICK-UP dates),
Bridal Gown & Dresses (don't forget to discuss FITTING & PICK-UP dates), Clergyman/Judge (don't forget to discuss CEREMONY & REHEARSAL DETAILS), Rehearsal Dinner Site (don't forget to discuss MENU & OTHER DETAILS), Make-Up Artist (don't forget to discuss any SPECIAL DETAILS), Hair Stylist (don't forget to discuss any SPECIAL DETAILS), Other Service(s)
-ARRANGE FOR NAME AND ADDRESS CHANGES
Bank Accounts & Loans, Credit Cards, Driver's License, Social Security, Passport, Other Important Documents
-CONTACT GUESTS WHO HAVE NOT RESPONDED
-MAKE SEATING PLANS FOR THE RECEPTION
-PREPARE RECEPTION PLACE CARDS
-MAKE SEATING PLANS FOR THE CEREMONY (optional)
-FINALIZE YOUR MENU WITH CATERER AND/OR RECEPTION SITE
-MAKE ARRANGEMENTS TO HAVE THE GOWN CLEANED AND PRESERVED
-MAKE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR OUT-OF-TOWN GUESTS
-REMIND BRIDAL PARTY OF SPECIAL EVENTS AND OBLIGATIONS
-WRAP GIFTS FOR THE BRIDAL PARTY

1 WEEK BEFORE THE WEDDING
-DISCUSS ANY LAST MINUTE DETAILS WITH ALL SERVICES (if necessary):
DJ/Band/Other Entertainment, Ceremony Musician(s), Reception Site, Caterer, Photographer, Videographer, Limousine Service, Florist, Baker, Tuxedos, Bridal Gown & Dresses, Clergyman/Judge, Rehearsal Site, Rehearsal Dinner Site, Make-Up Artist, Hair Stylist ,Other
-PREPARE CHECKS/PAYMENT FOR ALL SERVICES:
DJ/Band/Other Entertainment, Ceremony Musician(s),Ceremony Site,Reception Site,Caterer,
Rehearsal Dinner Site,Photographer,Videographer,Limousine Service,Florist,Baker,Tuxedos,
Bridal Gown & Dresses,Clergyman/Judge,Make-Up Artist,Hair Stylist,Other
-GET EVERYTHING READY FOR REHEARSAL AND WEDDING DAY
Wedding Rings,Ring Pillow,Flower Girl Basket,Wedding Gown & Accessories,Groom's Tuxedo,
Attire for Rehearsal/Rehearsal Dinner,Bride & Groom Gifts,Gifts for the Bridal Party,Reception Place Cards,Favors for the Reception,Toasting Glasses,Cake Knife, Server Set & Cake Top,Guest Book & Pen,Payments for ALL SERVICES,Candle for Reception (optional),Candle Holder (optional),Tapers (optional),Taper Holders (optional),CD(s) or Cassette(s) for the DJ or Band (if required)
-PREPARE AN EXTRA BAG WITH THE FOLLOWING ITEMS:
Aspirin,Breath Mints or Gum,Safety Pin,Extra Lipstick & Make-up,Brush and Comb,Hair Spray and Gel,Mini Sewing Kit,Stain-Fighting Spray or Cleaning Solution,Extra Pairs of Pantyhose
-DISCUSS ANY LAST MINUTE DETAILS WITH THE BRIDAL PARTY (if necessary)
-FINALIZE GUEST COUNT WITH CATERER/RECEPTION SITE
-FINISH PACKING AND PREPARING FOR THE HONEYMOON
-PICK UP TICKETS & TRAVELER'S CHECKS FOR THE HONEYMOON

Follow this list & you will be sure to be on schedule & have lots of time to enjoy your wedding planning!