Planning Your
Memorable Wedding
You have finally said,
"Yes." This is the start of
your life as a couple. And prior to that
much-awaited big day, you, both the bride and groom have so many decisions to
make and wedding-related tasks to complete.
Preparing for your
wedding day need not be stressful. On
the other hand, it should be fun and memorable.
And to do this, start off by putting together a wedding timetable.
A short list of
wedding-related tasks as well as a rough estimate of when the activities should
be done follows. It presents tips and guidelines to keep you organised and help
you think of all the matters that you must take into consideration in the course
of planning for your big day. Of course,
these are mere suggestions. All
activities and schedule are still up to the couple to decide on depending on
their priorities.
At the Time of the
Engagement - You must tell your parents the happy news as soon as possible that
is if they don't already know. If you
were having an engagement party, it would be good to keep your close friends
and relatives in the know, too. An organiser would be best to have
in handy. This will help you keep track
of all the appointments, payments and other wedding-related activities that you
must attend to. - Have your engagement photo taken. This would be nice to have as a keepsake of
this wonderful occasion.
6 to 12 Months In
Advance Before the Big Day
The couple should
have already picked and decided on the wedding date. Do the reservation for the venue where the
ceremony and reception is to be held. - Set an appointment with the wedding
officiant. - Establish a budget for the wedding, and try as much as possible to
stick to it. - Prepare a wedding guest list.
You wouldn't want to leave somebody uninvited unintentionally. Look around for a photographer, florists, musicians, and a caterer. Obtain estimates for these
services. Register at the bridal gift registry. - Pick a wedding
dress and accessories to go with it. If
you are having a seamstress make you one, this is the time to have it
arranged. Several fittings may be
required for this. - For the bride, select your bridesmaids. Set a date for ordering dresses for them.
4 to 6 Months In
Advance Before the Big Day
Have the invitations, stationeries, and thank you
notes ordered. - The photographer, florist, musician, and caterer should have
already been chosen. Go over details with each of these services to make sure
that everything is as agreed upon.. - For the groom, select attire. - Honeymoon
reservations should be made already at this point. - Confirm the delivery of
the bridal gown.
2 Months In Advance
Before the Big Day
Plan your rehearsal dinner. - If you are having
out-of-town attendants, arrange for their lodging. - Make an appointment with
your chosen photographer for the shooting of the bridal portrait. -
Order the wedding cake.
1 Month In Advance
Before the Big Day
The couple should decide on a wedding band set. - Mail the
invitations. - Check the apparel for the wedding party. - The couple attends
showers.
2 Weeks Before the
Wedding
It is time to apply for marriage license and attend to other legal
matters, especially for the bride - name and address changes on bank accounts
and other official documents. - Plan a wedding hairstyle and make-up with your
stylist. - Check with the caterer and the reception venue for last minute
changes.
1 Week Before the
Wedding
Do your honeymoon packing. - Wrap gifts for the groom and attendants.
- Schedule the wedding rehearsal. - Remind the wedding party of the exact time
and place for the occasion.
On Wedding Day
Take
breakfast! Fainting on the aisle
wouldn't be cool. - Have your hair and make-up done. - Shake off all your
wedding details worries and enjoy your day.
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