Simple Planning Tips
Friday, April 17th, 2009You are now engaged! He has asked you to marry him. In Utah this means you have about 3 to 4 months to plan everything. What to do first? Here is a little list I found helpful when thinking about my wedding and others. It can be stressful. But, if you plan it out you can to do it.
4th months away
- Book photographer
- Book videographer
- Compile guest list
- choose date
- choose reception venue (cultural hall, reception center, outside)
- choose food for reception
- choose wedding colors
- choose wedding cake
- choose linens, decorations, centerpieces, and lighting
- arrange for dress alterations
- order bridesmaid dresses/flower girl dress
- get invitations printed
- choose & meet with florist
- find shoes for bridal party (inc. yourself)
2-3 months away
- get engagement pictures taken
- order tuxedos (Groom)
- get boys cumberbunds & bowties
- get registered
1 month
- get bridals taken
- address invitations
- get marriage license (can get 30 days before wedding date)
- mail invitations
-international (week before domestic)
-domestic
- make hair/make-up/manicure/pedicure appointments
- purchase guest book
- purchase wedding band for groom
- buy jewelry for bridal party (inc. yourself)
- rent veil and/or buy head piece
One Week before
- make appointments with bishop & stake president (LDS Wedding)
- set date to go through temple (LDS Wedding)
- get temple clothes (LDS Wedding)
- rehearsal dinner or lunch
- compile wedding CD’s
THE BIG DAY!!!!
- have hair appt early enough
- followed by make-up appt
- get dressed and don’t drive with someone who will be late.
This list is not for everyone. But, may help some in their planning for their big day.