Bridal Faire Directory

CHECKLIST

THE ENGAGEMENT

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Choose ring
Select a date and place
Announce engagement to family and friends
ORGANIZATONAL PLANNING STEPS 4 to 9 months
(most engagements are less than 5 months)
Determine budget
Decide on formality, size, color scheme and theme
Choose wedding dress
Select and order veil, accessories and bridemaids' dresses
Choose bridesmaids, bestman and attendants
Consider a wedding consultant
Delegate certain tasks to family and friends
Reserve location of wedding
Reserve location of reception
Arrange person to perform ceremony
Schedule photographer and videographer
Schedule someone for music and sound
Compile guest list with addresses
Order announcements, napkins and thank-you cards
Start addressing announcements early
-Or have someone else take that duty.
Register at bridal registry
Select caterer and plan menu
Consult with florist
Decide where to go for honeymoon
Keep a journal of all arrangements
INITIAL STEPS 3 to 4 months
(some of these need to be done earlier if getting married in a busy season)
Have engagement pictures taken
Arrange and plan any special services and activities
Choose mother dresses
Arrange accommodations for out of town guests
See doctor for physical exam
Book honeymoon travel (passport)
Recruit people to help with serving, parking, decoration, Etc
Plan rehearsal and rehearsal dinner
Consider travel arrangements
Find apartment or House
Order cake
Pay deposits and firm all commitments
INTERMEDIATE STEPS 1 to 3 months
Have formal wedding portrait taken
Arrange for tuxedos
Get announcement to newspaper (month prior)
Gather forms for name and address change
Gifts for attendants and fiance
FINAL STEPS It is only weeks away!!!!
Get marriage license
Schedule appt with beautician
Follow-up on reservations and delegated tasks
Mail invitations 2-3 weeks away
Groom the groom (haircut)
Arrange for utilities and moving into new home
Anticipate any problems and how to handle
Organize sewing repair kit, makeup, first aid kit,
paperwork in one place
Pack for honeymoon
WEDDING DAY The perfect day is here!!!!
Relax in a luxurious bath
Eat breakfast
Allow plenty of time to dress
Arrive early and enjoy your day
Live happily ever after!