{"id":11266,"date":"2014-04-06T21:27:13","date_gmt":"2014-04-07T01:27:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/?p=11266"},"modified":"2018-02-09T14:42:10","modified_gmt":"2018-02-09T19:42:10","slug":"your-wedding-checklist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-planning\/your-wedding-checklist","title":{"rendered":"The Great Wedding Checklist"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/Screen-Shot-2014-04-06-at-9.25.01-PM.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-12605\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/Screen-Shot-2014-04-06-at-9.25.01-PM.png\" alt=\"wedding checklist\" width=\"698\" height=\"896\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/Screen-Shot-2014-04-06-at-9.25.01-PM.png 698w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/Screen-Shot-2014-04-06-at-9.25.01-PM-623x800.png 623w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/Screen-Shot-2014-04-06-at-9.25.01-PM-234x300.png 234w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/Screen-Shot-2014-04-06-at-9.25.01-PM-500x642.png 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/Screen-Shot-2014-04-06-at-9.25.01-PM-672x863.png 672w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 698px) 100vw, 698px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-12605\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/Screen-Shot-2014-04-06-at-9.25.01-PM.png\" alt=\"wedding checklist\" width=\"698\" height=\"896\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/Screen-Shot-2014-04-06-at-9.25.01-PM.png 698w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/Screen-Shot-2014-04-06-at-9.25.01-PM-623x800.png 623w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/Screen-Shot-2014-04-06-at-9.25.01-PM-234x300.png 234w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/Screen-Shot-2014-04-06-at-9.25.01-PM-500x642.png 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/Screen-Shot-2014-04-06-at-9.25.01-PM-672x863.png 672w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 698px) 100vw, 698px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Planning the ultimate wedding celebration? Help yourself out and otherwise make life easier by using the following checklist:<\/p>\n<h3><strong>16 to Nine Months\u00a0Prior to\u00a0the Wedding<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Start\u00a0A Wedding Binder. Fill it with pages from wedding and lifestyle magazines&#8211;this way you&#8217;ll have a ton of great ideas in one place.<\/li>\n<li>Create\u00a0A Budget. Work out a reasonable budget that includes what you and your groom can spend, as well as family contributions.<\/li>\n<li>Choose The Wedding Party. Friends and family will start wondering who you&#8217;ll pick as soon as you announce your engagement, so choose the party asap.<\/li>\n<li>Start The Guest List.\u00a0Create a head count database to use throughout the planning,\u00a0Use columns for contact info, RSVPs, gifts and any other necessary info.<\/li>\n<li>Hire\u00a0A Planner. Always a good idea&#8211;especially because they have vendor connections and can tell you who&#8217;s worth it and who isn&#8217;t.<\/li>\n<li>Reserve The Date\/Venues. Decide if you want two locations for the ceremony and reception and go from there.<\/li>\n<li>Book The officient. Find one you love!<\/li>\n<li>Research Photographers, Florists. Etc. This also includes DJs, bands and caterers.<\/li>\n<li>Throw Your Engagement Party. If you want to have one, that is!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><strong>Eight Months Prior<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Hire The Photographer\/Videographer. You don&#8217;t have to get into specifics, just make sure they&#8217;ll do what you want.<\/li>\n<li>Book Entertainment. Band, DJ, ceremony musicians&#8230;you get the idea.<\/li>\n<li>Meet With Caterers. Your wedding venue may not feature caterers, so meet with those of interest.<\/li>\n<li>Purchase Your Dress. Schedule at least three fittings.<\/li>\n<li>Reserve Hotel Rooms. This is necessary for out-of-town guests.<\/li>\n<li>Register. Do so with at least three retailers.<\/li>\n<li>Launch Your Wedding Website. Use a free provider, then send the link to guests.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><strong>Six Months Prior<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Select Invites. Purchase them as well&#8211;hire a calligrapher if you wish.<\/li>\n<li>Plan Your Honeymoon. This includes checking that your passports are up-to-date, if necessary.<\/li>\n<li>Shop For Bridesmaids Dresses: Six months is required for any alterations and whatnot.<\/li>\n<li>Meet With The Officiant. Discuss the ceremony and ensure you have all the right documents.<\/li>\n<li>Mail Save The Date Cards.<\/li>\n<li>Reserve Structural\/Electrical Necessities. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.unitedsiteservices.com\/portable-rental-needs\/porta-potty-planning-for-events\/wedding-porta-potty\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Portable toilets<\/a>? Outdoor chairs? Anything else?<\/li>\n<li>Book A Florist.<\/li>\n<li>Arrange Transportation. Mini buses, limos, trolleys, town cars&#8230;<\/li>\n<li>Make A Day-Of Schedule. This is a good time to create you wedding day itinerary.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><strong>Five to Four Months Prior<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Book Rehearsal Dinner Venues. Negotiate cost and menu as needed.<\/li>\n<li>Check Wedding Invites. Make any necessary revisions before sending them out.<\/li>\n<li>Select And Order The Cake. Attend tastings to find out what you like best.<\/li>\n<li>Send Guest List To Shower Host. Assuming you know about it, of course!<\/li>\n<li>Purchase Wedding Shoes, Start Dress Fittings. Bring shoes to your first fitting so the tailor can make adjustments.<\/li>\n<li>Select Hair And Makeup Artists: Make a few appointments, then take pictures of results to compare.<\/li>\n<li>Choose The Music. When do you want music played? Make decisions based on this.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><strong>Three Months Prior<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Finalize Menu And Flowers: See what&#8217;s available since these things are affected by season.<\/li>\n<li>Make A List Of &#8220;Toasters.&#8221; Which people are giving toasts?<\/li>\n<li>Finalize Readings? Who are giving readings? Finalize plans with these people.<\/li>\n<li>Order Favors. Want favors? Order them now.<\/li>\n<li>Purchase Wedding Undies. Also schedule your final fitting.<\/li>\n<li>Print Menu Cards And Programs. Only do the cards if you want!<\/li>\n<li>Purchase Rings. This allows enough time for resizing and engraving.<\/li>\n<li>Send Vendors Your Event Schedule. Provide a first draft now, which allows for adjustments and feedback.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><strong>Two Months Prior<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Touch Base With Vendors. Ensure they&#8217;ve answered all of your questions.<\/li>\n<li>Meet With Your Photographer: This is to discuss shots and anything else you want.<\/li>\n<li>Review Playlist. Do this with your band or DJ.<\/li>\n<li>Send Out Invites: The general rule is to do this about two months before the wedding.<\/li>\n<li>Do The Newspaper Announcement. Note newspaper photo rules, if applicable.<\/li>\n<li>Have Fun At The Bachelorette Party. You&#8217;ve earned it!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><strong>One Month Prior<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Enter RSVPs. Do this in your guest-list data base.<\/li>\n<li>Get Your Marriage License. This can take up to six days.<\/li>\n<li>Mail Rehearsal Dinner Invites.<\/li>\n<li>Have Your Last Fitting.<\/li>\n<li>Stock Venue Bar. Beer, wine. hard liquor&#8230;whatever you want!<\/li>\n<li>Confirm Hair And Makeup Times With Artists.<\/li>\n<li>Assign Seating. The old &#8220;table map&#8221; is awesome for a reason.<\/li>\n<li>Mail Out As Many Final Payments As Possible.<\/li>\n<li>Purchase Bridesmaid Gifts. Give them out at the rehearsal dinner.<\/li>\n<li>Get Hair Cut And Colored, If Applicable.<\/li>\n<li>Write Vows, If Applicable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><strong>Week Of<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a0Confirm Arrival Times With\u00a0Vendors Yet Again.<\/li>\n<li>Assign Wedding Day Tasks. Have someone bustle your dress, carry your things, don&#8217;t forget to put someone in charge of gifts&#8230;<\/li>\n<li>Provide Bridal Party With Your Wedding Day Timeline.<\/li>\n<li>Pick Up Your Dress. Or have it delivered.<\/li>\n<li>Check In With Your Photographer. Do this one last time.<\/li>\n<li>Book A Spa Treatment. Relax, darnit!<\/li>\n<li>Break In Your Shoes.<\/li>\n<li>Write And Set Aside Vendor Checks.<\/li>\n<li>Send Final Guest List To Venues And Caterers.<\/li>\n<li>Create Welcome Baskets.<\/li>\n<li>Pack For Your Honeymoon!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>There you have it! 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