One Year to Six Months Before... Announce Engagement. Order Wedding Rings Meet with both parents to discuss type of wedding (if necessary) Consider hiring a bridal consultant or wedding planner Plan a wedding budget Buy a memory album Choose wedding and reception sites If having a church wedding, meet with clergy Choose attendants Shop for the bride's dress and order it early! Plan color scheme and shop for bridesmaid dresses. Order them as soon as possible - no later than 4 months prior to the wedding Consult travel agent about honeymoon plans Begin planning guest list Order invitations Select and book your photographer, videographer and reception venue	Three to Four Months Before... Complete your guest list Invite out of town guests early Address invitations as soon as they arrive or hire a graphic designer and do it with style If you have not already done so, order your bridesmaid dresses now. Confirm you wedding dress order too Order Groom's, Bestman's and Dad's Tuxedos Book your caterer or restaurant Shop for your wedding cake Choose your florist Plan ceremony and reception details with musicians and or other entertainment Arrange for wedding transportation Complete your honeymoon plans
One to Two Months Before... Buy wedding gifts for each other Mail wedding invitations Plan rehearsal and rehearsal dinner Pick up wedding rings Have final fitting of gown and bridesmaid dresses Have studio wedding portraits taken Contact newspaper regarding wedding announcement Arrange for hotels and out of town guests Send thank you notes for early gifts	Last Two Weeks... Pick up marriage certificate Send announcement to newspaper Have your hair done by hairstylist like you plan to wear on your wedding day. Bring your veil with you Meet with make up consultant for beauty tips Check on honeymoon reservations Buy travelers checks Address wedding announcements, have someone mail them for you on your Wedding day Confirm final details with florist, entertainment rental services, caterers, photographers, reception site, etc. Pay all balances due at this time
Last 48 Hours... Pick up the tuxedos from the tux shop Time to start relaxing. Try to stay calm, all your careful planning will pay off Rehearsal dinner - give attendants their gifts Congratulations... you made it! Remember this is the beginning of the rest of your life together! Click to see a sampling of our Wedding Dinner menu