Your Time Table

Careful planning and scheduling will enable you to truly enjoy every moment of your Wedding Day. Arrangements for a large formal wedding should begin as soon as you set a date. Following the time frame of this guide will enable your suppliers to provide the best quality and service.

Note: We recommend sharing some of the planning duties in this article with your Fianceé.

12 to 18 Months

Decide budget Decide type of wedding (Formal or Informal) Choose location of ceremony Choose attendants Select gown, veil & accessories Select attendants gowns Compile bride and grooms invitation list Select reception site and plan details of reception Select men's formal wear Select photographer Select videographer Select florist Select caterer Select bridal registry Select music for wedding, ceremony Reserve rental items necessary for ceremony and reception Order cake

6 Months
Order invitations, personal stationary, and wedding programs Finalize honeymoon plans Shop for trousseau Find a new place to live Shop for home furnishings Set appointment for complete physical exam and update your immunizations

4 Months

Address wedding invitations Check with local newspaper on wedding announcement deadline Select attendants gifts Order engraving Set a date with fiance' to get marriage license Double check attire and accessories for all members of the wedding party Review reception seating plans and prepare place cards if necessary Arrange to move your belonging to new home Appointment with hairdresser and manicurist Complete trousseau shopping Arrange for name and address changes on your bank account, credit cards, license, social security and utilities.

2 Months
Mail invitations Arrange final fitting on your gown Remind bridesmaids of final gown fittings Test new hair styles you may be considering Make reservations for rehearsal dinner Have formal wedding portrait taken Arrange for ice sculptures Buy grooms wedding gift Confirm honeymoon trip (reservations) Check luggage

1 Month
Record wedding gifts as you receive them Select music for reception Discuss honeymoon plans Reserve limousine transport

2 Weeks
Have final consultation with caterer, florist, musicians, and photographer Give final guest count to reception facility or caterer Host bridesmaid luncheon Begin packing for honeymoon trip Now that planning is done, relax and enjoy yourself.