wedding invitation

 

These timings are just a guideline we would, however suggest that you do not leave things any later than this.

 6mths  

Decide on a date.
Make an appointment with Clergyman / Officiate.
Determine a budget.
Compose a guest list.
Set time, location of Ceremony, Rehearsal & Reception Venue.
Choose Professional Photographer / Videographer.
Shop for wedding gown: Several fittings will be required.
Obtain estimates for Floral & Music; book services if possible.
Register with gift registry.
Select brides maids.
Pick a honeymoon destination: (Check passports & inoculations.)
Begin selection of a Caterer.
Set a date with bridesmaids order dresses.



Finalise guest lists.
Order invitations & announcements.
Order personal stationary & thank you notes.
Plan reception.
Choose florist.
Men choose attire.
Make honeymoon reservations.
Choose caterer.
Confirm delivery of bridal gown.
Make appointment for portrait.
Order wedding cake.
Arrange transportation for the bridal party to & from ceremony/reception.
Go over details of reception with caterer / hotel manager.
If you are renting any equipment, reserve now.

2mth

Inform clergyman of all the details of your ceremony.
Keep a gift diary - send thank you notes either as gifts arrive OR more traditionally when you return from honeymoon.
Fine tune guest list.
Plan rehearsal dinner.
Select attendants' gifts, grooms gift.
Check all services.
Make moving arrangements.
Final gown fitting.
Bridal portrait sitting.

1mth

Choose wedding rings.
Mail both Wedding Day & Evening invitations,
Keep a list of acceptance and refusals as they arrive
Check with caterer / reception venue with last minute changes.
Finalise seating plans, place cards.

1wk

Remind rehearsal dinner guests of time / location.  Start packing for your honeymoon.
Wrap gifts - groom's & attendants'.
Check wedding announcements, ready to mail day after wedding.
Hen & Stag nights!!!!.
Schedule rehearsal for 1 - 2 days prior to wedding.
Remind wedding party of exact time & place.
Go over final details of ceremony & reception with all parties involved.

1day

RELAX !
Pamper yourself - have manicure & pedicure, massage etc.
Attend wedding rehearsal
Give guest list, order of service to ushers .
Check wedding dress (pressing/steaming).
Check "going away" clothes. (if leaving for honeymoon) and arrange for them to be taken to the reception.


bigday

Eat, It  is going to be a long day so have something for breakfast,
Hair & make-up.
Take a deep breath, relax, smile & most of all! - Enjoy your day - don't forget this is the beginning of a new adventure as MR   & MRS.


help

Make an emergency kit: suggested items to Include are -
Make-up, extra stockings/tights etc., hair grips, safety pins, clear nail polish, comb, hair spray, hanky or tissues, needle &   thread (white), aspirins, elastoplast, toothpaste & brush, dental floss, breath freshener, stain remover wipes.

Good luck and our sincere congratulations

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