Bridal Shop Directory-Wedding Planner Timetable
To finish all their important duties on time, the bride
and groom should plan a calendar of events in advance. Print out this page to help you
make sure that there is no last minute hassles.
Twelve to Eighteen months before the Wedding.
Announce Engagement
Set Wedding Date and choose reception site
Consult clergyman or Justice of the Peace on
necessary arrangements
Audition Music Providers
Hire photographer and videographer
Six to Twelve Months Before the Wedding
Compile the invitation list
Choose your Bridal Party
Select Florist.
Select and Order Bridal Gown from a Full
Service Bridal Shop.
Select and order bridesmaids and Tuxedos from
a Full Service Bridal Shop.
Pick Honeymoon Destination and begin making
reservations
(If leaving country check on passports, inoculations and
other documents.)
Four to Six Months Before the Wedding
Order Wedding Invitations and Thank You
Notes
Select Bridal Registry
Shop for trousseau
Three to Four Months Before the Wedding
Confirm delivery date of bridal gown and
bridesmaids dresses
Choose wedding rings and order engraving.
Buy Gifts for the bridal party.
Finalize Honeymoon plans.
Arrange limousine transportation.
Two to Three Months before Wedding
Arrange accommodations for out-of-town
guests.
Finalize wedding choreography.
Contact local newspaper to find out how to
place wedding announcement.
Purchase reception favors.
One Month before Wedding
Print and mail invitations.
Make arrangements to have Bridal Portrait
taken.
Plan rehearsal dinner.
Make appointment with beauty salon.
Confirm honeymoon reservations.
Arrange for Final Gown fitting.
Consult Caterer about menu.
Consult Florist about church and reception
hall decorations.
Check on Marriage License, and blood test
requirements.
Arrange to have belongings moved to your new
residence.
One Week before Wedding
Purchase Travelers checks for the
honeymoon.
Pack for honeymoon.
Give final guest count to caterer.
Have final consultation with florist.
Inform attendants of time and place of
rehearsal.
Review reception seating plans.
Arrange for name and address changes on bank
accounts, credit cards, driver's license and social security.
The Day Before the Wedding
Give someone a copy of your honeymoon
itinerary and have them check your home when you are gone.
Check your luggage and get a good night sleep.
After the Wedding
Tell your friends about