A Couple's Guide to Getting Married
This planner has been designed to help you organize your wedding
Date of Wedding: ______________ Time of Wedding: __________
6 MONTHS TO 1 YEAR PRIOR TO THE WEDDING
Discuss what type of wedding and reception with that you would like to have both of the families.
Set up a meeting with Officiant to set the date and time of the wedding & rehearsal.
Reserve the site for the reception
Select rings and arrange to have them engraved
Start a guest list for the wedding and the reception
Prepare for the honeymoon: discuss plans, update passports, visas and immunizations
Order wedding attire
Talk to caterer, florist, photographer, videographer and musicians
Church wedding: Talk to minister or priest, organist to confirm date and time of wedding.
Begin looking for your new place to live
Plan a budget and establish your priorities early
Be prepared to give a deposit to the following: caterer, florist, photographer, videographer, Officiant, wedding planner etc. when you make your reservations.
3 MONTHS PRIOR TO THE WEDDING
Brides to do list
Order invitations and announcements (arrange to have the envelopes delivered early so that you may begin to address them)
Buy wedding book and guest book
Shop for going away outfit and extras
Meet with Brides maids and order their attire
Meet with the caterer
Register at department stores or gift stores
Arrange transportation to and from the wedding
Grooms to do list
Finalize the guest list and present it to the Bride
Meet with Grooms men and order attire
Complete honeymoon plans and make hotel and travel arrangements
2 MONTHS PRIOR TO THE WEDDING
Brides to do list
Select your wedding vows and readings
Discuss family's wedding attire
Meet with Officiant to discuss details of the weddings and to answer any questions or concerns that you might for your big day.
Design a map for out of town guests
Begin addressing invitations
Order flowers for Bridesmaids, wedding reception, boutonniere for Groom
Order the wedding cake
Consult with organist on music
Consult with musicians on music for wedding and reception
Call newspapers to discuss the deadline for announcements and begin writing the announcements.
Arrange for bridal gown fitting
Meet with the host/hostess for the rehearsal dinner
Obtain information in regards to changing your insurance policies, checking accounts, charge accounts, driver's license, social security cards, mailing address, will.
Arrange for the Bridesmaids shoes to be dyed
Make reservations for the bridesmaids luncheon
Grooms to do list
Order bridal bouquet, corsages for the mothers and grandmothers, boutonnieres for groomsmen, fathers and grandfathers
Make reservations for the Bachelor dinner
Obtain information for change of insurance policies, checking accounts, charge accounts and will
Pick up rings from jeweler
Make sure you have luggage for your honeymoon
1 MONTH PRIOR TO THE WEDDING
Brides to do list
Have a final dress fitting
Wedding portrait
Provide photographer with names of guests you would like photos taken of
Write and address announcements
Buy Groom's gift
Buy Bridesmaids gifts
Confirm reservations for luncheon
Arrange lodging for out of town guests
Apply for your marriage license
Write thank you notes for wedding gifts
Grooms to do list
Buy Bride's gift
Buy groomsmens gifts
Confirm reservations for bachelor dinner
Confirm reservations for honeymoon
2 WEEKS PRIOR TO THE WEDDING
Brides to do list
Finalize seating of guests for reception
Deliver the place cards to the caterer and final head count
Send newspaper announcements and photograph to the newspapers
Make appointment with hairdresser for the day prior to the wedding.
Make appointment to have nails done for the day prior to the wedding
Grooms to do list
Help bride finalize seating of guests for reception
Have hair cut
1 WEEK PRIOR TO THE WEDDING
Brides to do list
Meet with bridesmaids and go over bridal duties
Review the guest list
Check final arrangements with caterer, florist, musicians, photographers, videographer etc.
Start packing for the honeymoon
Confirm time for Wedding Rehearsal
Confirm time for Rehearsal Dinner
Give Best Man the seating arrangement for the wedding
Grooms to do list
Meet with Groomsmen and go over duties
Give wedding ring and license to best man
Give donation to the Best Man and place in the same envelope with the license
(give to Officiant prior to the start of the wedding)
Start packing for the honeymoon
How About that Budget
Wedding: Cost: Date Paid
Rental of wedding site _______ ________
Officiant's fee _______ ________
Organist _______ ________
Soloist _______ ________
D.J. _______ ________
Musicians _______ ________
Photographer _______ ________
Videographer _______ ________
Florist _______ ________
Limousine _______ ________
Aisle Runner _______ ________
Guest Book, Wedding Book _______ ________
Catering fees _______ ________
Wedding cake _______ ________
Rental of serving pieces _______ ________
Wedding dress _______ ________
Groom's Suit _______ ________
Invitations etc. _______ ________
Bridesmaids luncheon _______ ________
Rehearsal site _______ ________
Bachelor dinner _______ ________
Hotel accomodations _______ ________
Honeymoon _______ ________
Wedding Planner
Date: __________ Time: _________ Location: ____________________________
Indoor/Outdoor: ________________
Wedding Party
Couple 1 ___________________________ Couple 2 _________________________
Maid of Honor: _______________________ Best Man: _______________________
Brides Maids: ____________ _____________ ____________ _____________
____________ _____________ ____________ _____________
Groomsmen: ____________ _____________ ____________ _____________
____________ _____________ ____________ _____________
Flower Girl: __________________ Ring Bearer: ______________________
Bride's Escort: __________________________ ____________________________
Ceremony
Civil:_____ Christian: _____ Judeo/Christian _______
Length of Ceremony: ______
Will couple be reciting their own vows _______
Exchange of Rings: ______
Opening Prayer or Readings: _______
Blessing: ______
Unity Candle: _______ Include Mothers/Fathers, Etc.:
Wine Ceremony: ______
Rose Ceremony: ______
Include Children: _______
Breaking of the Glass: ______
Music: _______________________________
Runner: ______
Rehearsal Location: __________________________________
Date: __________ Time: _____________
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