Six to Eight Weeks Before The Wedding
__ Mail invitations, do this at eight weeks, to allow time for
R.S.V.P.'s –
__ Check on marriage license (if church or wedding location does not
provide)
__ If creating your own wedding vows, start writing them
__ Final check on personal wedding accessories (shoes, jewellery,
socks, etc)
__ If traditional wedding, select something old, something new and
something borrowed
Two to Six Weeks Before The Wedding
__ Invite wedding party and other appropriate guest to rehearsal
dinner
__ If not already done, purchase thank you gifts for wedding party
__ Final fittings
__ Book hair appointments
__ Finalize wedding readings and other ceremony details with person
who is performing your wedding
__ Confirm headcount for reception
__ Create seating plan for reception, including head table
__ Pick up wedding bands
__ Keep a record of wedding gifts you receive and begin to write
thank you notes
One Week Before The Wedding
__ Grooms don't forget a hair cut
__ Finalize seating plan and make place cards
__ Pack a separate bag for your wedding night
__ Double check with photographer, caterers, musicians, florist,
transportation, etc
__ If you have any special requests of pictures you want taken,
write a list and give it to your wedding photographer
__ Give your caterer a final number of guests that will be attending
The Day Before The Wedding
__ Attend rehearsal and dinner. Pass out wedding party gifts.
__ Any decorations, wedding favors or other items for wedding
location and reception should be dropped off.
__ Arrange to have the mother of the groom seated 5 minutes before
the ceremony
__ Arrange to have the mother of the bride seated just before the
wedding procession
__ Make sure all your attire is ready
__ Spend time with your family. This is an emotional time for
families. Enjoy them today
__ Put together money envelopes for services provided on your
wedding day (example, minister, singer, etc)
The Day of the Wedding
__ Give yourself plenty of time, get up early
__ Make sure you eat
__ Bride, put your engagement ring on your right hand
Don't sweat the small stuff, go with the flow, enjoy your day,
Remember Your Memories are Your Jewels.