As soon as possible
Announce your engagement
Set the date
Discuss your budget with everyone who will contributing
Meet with potential wedding planners
Pick the ceremony and reception sites
Establish the number of guests you would like to invite
Shop for your gown
Meet with officiant
Choose your maid of honor and best man
 
4 to 6 months before
Order all wedding stationery
Shop for the cake
Book wedding-day transportation
Make wedding-day appointments for hair and makeup
Scout accommodations for out-of-town guests
Finalise the guest list
Start planning your honeymoon
Arrange the rehearsal dinner
 
4 to 8 weeks before
Mail invitations 7 to 8 weeks before the wedding
Do hair and makeup run-through
Decide on insurance policy changes you'll need
 
1 week before
Place the fees due on the wedding day in envelopes
Deliver a final headcount to the caterer
Get last-minute beauty treatments
Pack for honeymoon

Wedding Countdown

Here are some time guidelines to help you plan for your wedding.
6 to 9 months before
Book the caterer
Enroll in a bridal-gift registry
Order your gown
Purchase shoes, lingerie and other accessories
Choose bridal attendant's outfits
Select a photographer and/or videographer
Hire a florist
Book musicians for ceremony and reception
Start exploring honeymoon spots
Send out save-the-date cards
 
2 to 4 months before
Order the tuxedos for the groom and groomsmen
Order wedding cake
Meet with the caterer to discuss menus
Select the music for the ceremony and reception
Buy attendant's gifts
Shop and order wedding bands
Reserve your wedding night accommodation
 
2 to 4 weeks before
Plot the seating for the reception
Set timelines for the wedding day with all vendors
Have final dress fitting
Visit the salon for one last haircut

 
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