Wedding Planner

One year before Wedding

 Discuss the Wedding Budget with both sets of parents
 Choose the date (have a second choice-just in case)
 Arrange to meet the clergy who will perform the ceremony
 Check out and book entertainment and  reception halls.  Start exploring for caterers and florist

Six months before the Wedding

 Book photographer, videographer, cake decorator, and caterer.
 Start assembling guest list…tell your fiancé’s family to do the same
 Choose and inform your attendants-order Wedding/Bridesmaid Dresses
 Register for China, Crystal, Linen, Flatware, etc.
 Discuss Honeymoon plans with an experienced travel agent

Four months before the Wedding

 Help select groom’s tux
 Complete guest list and order invitations (don’t for the guest book)
 Book Honeymoon (passports-shots)
 Shop for wedding bands
 Register for pre-marital classes
 Meet with musicians and select music
 Finalize the wedding cake details
 Finalize the details of your catering and reception menu

Two months before the Wedding

 Book make-up and hair consultation (remind your attendants to do the same)
 Address invitations, RSVP cards-mail (Invitations should arrive six to eight weeks before the wedding.)
 Arrange Limousine or other transportation for the wedding party
 Fitting for wedding gowns-arrange bride maids fittings

One month before the wedding

 Final dress fitting
 Purchase grooms & attendants gifts
 Write and send thank-you notes as gifts are received-keep a detailed list
 Schedule rehearsal dinner and notify attendants
 Confirm details with caterer, florist, photographer, musicians, etc.
 Confirm hairdresser and make-up

Two weeks before the Wedding

 Review transportation arrangements
 Continue thank-you notes

One week before the Wedding

 Check on details with caterer, florist, photographer, musicians, limo, and all other suppliers-confirm time.