find an officiant and set a date set a budget, determine how

the costs will be divided

start putting together a guest list

to help determine the size of the

wedding

start thinking about your

wedding partyhire a wedding planner or

coordinator

select a venue

10-12 months before "I Do"

bride tipsKeep in mind these miscellaneous expenses that creep up: postage (for save the dates and wedding invites, outfit for rehearsal (dress, shoes, jewelry) hair and make-up trials, nails, extra alterations, delivery, set-up and breakdown fees, marriage license, hotel room (for yourself), breakfast and lunch for bridal party, wedding gifts for parents and bridal partyWhen looking at venues keep the price and amenities in mind. One place might be cheaper but you will have to add additional services that might equal out to a more "expensive" venue.

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book a photographer

book a florist

book a videographer

book a DJ or band

book a caterer if your venue

doesn't have one

say "yes to the dress"

create a wedding website

8-9 months before "I Do"

dress

shoes

headpiece

jewelry

undergarmets

veil

brides bouquet

bride throw away bouquet

bridesmaids bouquets

corsages

reception centerpieces

altarpieces

chair bows

flower girl(2) flower

cake table flower decorations

engagement pictures

bridal portraits

ceremony/reception

photo prints

contract

favorite song playlist

wedding party introduction

songs

your first dance song

father/daughter dance

mother/son dance

contract

video slideshow

Most wedding gown designers take 4-5 months to come in and then add about 6-8 weeks for alterationsCreate Pinterest board for must-have photos for your photographer. Pick out locations you would like your pictures taken and get any props needed for the photoshootsMake a list of favorite songs to play at the weddingGet a copy of a contract from each place/person you give a deposit to

bride tips

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choose bridesmaids attire,

mother of bride, mother of

groom, flower girl(s)

choose groomsman attire,

ring bearer, father of bride,

father of groom, grandfathers,

ushers

6-8 months before "I Do"

bride tipsmost bridesmaid designers take about 10-12 weeks for dresses to come in, add a couple

weeks for alterations.

If you allow bridesmaids to pick out their own dress, make the decision on the color,

brand and fabric.

type of dress/color

shoes

accessories

print out must have pictures

pick out outfits to wear

pick out location(s)

introduction songs for bridal party

introduction song for bride and groom

father daughter dance

mother son dance

cake cutting

bouquet toss

garter toss

closing song

songs not to play

get engagement pictures done

shop for wedding invitations

start planning your

honeymoon

arrange wedding

transportation

start creating song list for

DJ/band

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4-6 months before "I Do"finalize guestlist

send out save-the-dates

reserve any rental items

you need for the venue

finalize a date, time and

location of rehearsal dinner

order wedding cake

ceremony finalizations

find makeup artist and hairstylist

and schedule trial run

your dress has arrived!

Schedule a time to try it on

register!

arrange hotel blockmake printable labels for save-

the-dates and wedding invitations

linens

decorations

cake decorations

pick readings and readers

hire a pianist (or other

musical choice)

pick a singer

pick out music

unity candle

rehearsal schedule

decorations

update wedding website

prepare out-of-town welcome

bags

update wedding website

get cake cutting set

toasting glasses

grooms cake

Most hotels will have a 10 room minimum for room blocks

Before you register, figure out what you already have. Research what you need for a household.

Think of things you may not use yet, but items you may want later on. Don't hold back on your

registry, most places will give you a discount on the remaining items on your list.

bride tips

If you haven't yet finalize:

jewelry, veil, shoes,

headpiece,

undergarments

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2-4 months before "I Do"mail out invitations shop for wedding rings

obtain a marriage license

purchase guest favors

purchase bridal party

and parent gifts

finalize menu and flowers

meet with vendors

finalize all details

create a wedding video/slideshow

map/direction card

reply cards

postage

schedule a time to

have bands soldered

together

bride tipsGet alteration arrangements. Have your shoes and undergarments at your alterations appointment

On your RSVP, leave a line for a requested song

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print seating cards and

programs___ start alterations at 6-8

week mark

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remember to have your shoes

and undergarments

pick rehearsal dinner outfit

write your vows

plan wedding weekend timeline

finalize plans with all vendors,

make sure they are aware of the

timeline

make timeline for day of helpers

and final checklist

create Facebook group to tell

your entire bridal party the

timeline of the weekend

delegate tasks for day-of helpers

decoration set up

(centerpieces, cake table,

gustbook table, gift table,

bridal party table

location of various objects

liquor, mixers, cups,

snacks, ice

toasting glasses

cake topper

cake knife

plates, silverware, napkins

punch bowl, cups

guest favors

photo booth

reserved seat signs

table linens

transportation

bartender

4-6 weeks before "I Do"

2-4 weeks before "I Do"expect last minute situations, don't wait to do anything the last couple weeks

set aside checks, tips to distribute to vendors

get a manicure/pedicure/massage

pack for your wedding night and honeymoon

bride tipsRelax! Enjoy and take in all of these moments, you only do this once.

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