8 to 18 MONTHS BEFORE WEDDING

[ ] Complete A Starting Point worksheet with fiance.
[ ] Establish Budget and assignment of expenses with fiance and families.
[ ] Begin choosing attendants.
[ ] First draft of guest list. Initial count:
[ ] Discuss location and time of ceremony.
[ ] Discuss location and time of reception.

4 to 12 MONTHS

[ ] Draft ceremony outline with fiance.
[ ] Draft reception outline with fiance.
[ ] Coordinate rehearsal dinner with parents.
[ ] Select your wedding attire.
[ ] Select attendants' attire; Select fathers' attire.
[ ] Select ceremony officiator.
[ ] Select caterer and/or menu selections with caterer.
[ ] Select photographer and coverage.
[ ] Select videographer.
[ ] Select ceremony musicians/performers.
[ ] Select reception musicians/performers.
[ ] Select florist.
[ ] Select decorations.
[ ] Select rental service and items needed.
[ ] Select wedding day transportation.
[ ] Select invitations and stationery.
[ ] Select travel agent and discuss possible honeymoon destinations.
[ ] Select bride's wedding ring. Order engraving.
[ ] Select wedding cakes.
[ ] Select bridal registry.
[ ] Begin searching for new house or apartment.

2 to 3 MONTHS

[ ] Finalize guest list. Total number:
[ ] Coordinate rehearsal dinner with your parents.
[ ] Set appointment for physical exam and blood tests.
[ ] Schedule time with fiance to obtain marriage license.
[ ] Address wedding invitations.
[ ] Select and wrap bride's and attendants' gifts.

1 MONTH

[ ] Confirm rehearsal dinner arrangements and reservations.
[ ] Confirm invitations for rehearsal dinner.
[ ] Make appointment for wedding portrait.
[ ] Check luggage and proper honeymoon attire.

2 WEEKS

[ ] Confirm attendants attire and accessories.
[ ] Review reception seating plans and prepare place cards if necessary.
[ ] Arrange to move your belongings to new home.
[ ] Schedule appointment with hair stylist or barber.
[ ] Arrange for fiance's name to be added to bank account, credit cards, etc.
[ ] Arrange for someone to watch your home on wedding day.
[ ] Arrange for someone to handle wedding day details and arrangements.
[ ] Confirm honeymoon reservations and arrangements.
[ ] Review all arrangements and checklist notes and personal notes.

1 WEEK

[ ] Attend bachelor party.
[ ] Final consultation with caterer, photographer, entertainers, etc.
[ ] Rehearse groom's toast. Remind best man of his toasting duties.
[ ] Begin packing for honeymoon.
[ ] Double check all details and personal notes.

1 or 2 DAYS BEFORE

[ ] Pick up and try on wedding attire.
[ ] Remind men to try on wedding attire when picking up.
[ ] Complete decorating of ceremony and reception sites.
[ ] Attend ceremony rehearsal.
[ ] Attend rehearsal dinner and confirm ceremony arrangements with all.
[ ] Get as much rest and sleep as possible.

WEDDING DAY

[ ] Eat healthy breakfast or lunch.
[ ] Entrust ring and license to best man.
[ ] Relax and enjoy. Job well done!