How to Plan a Wedding

Posted by Anonymous , 9/5/2007 Tags:PlanWedding

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Introduction Organization is key when planning the perfect wedding. Use a timeline to help keep you

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Introduction

Organization is key when planning the perfect wedding. Use a timeline to help keep you on track. Planning the perfect wedding will be a challenging task, but it can be done and done well with effective organization. Approach it as a countdown to the big day and you will succeed in your goal to plan the perfect wedding.

Instructions

Difficulty: Challenging

Nine Months Before the Big Day

Steps

1

Step One

Imagine the wedding you have always dreamed of. Do some brainstorming.
2

Step Two

Announce your engagement and/or plan an engagement party.
3

Step Three

Set a date, budget and general theme for the wedding.
4

Step Four

Make a guest list.
5

Step Five

Choose wedding attendants.
6

Step Six

Choose your dress and shoes, as well as bridesmaid dresses.
7

Step Seven

Pick the location and reserve it for the big day.
8

Step Eight

Shop around for things like a caterer, band, photographer, florist and baker. Get price quotes and record them all so you can pick the best bargain.

Six Months Before the Big Day

Steps

1

Step One

Make a final decision on a caterer, band, photographer, florist and baker.
2

Step Two

Order the cake.
3

Step Three

Select your wedding rings and invitations.
4

Step Four

Commit to a color scheme.

Four Months Before the Big Day

Steps

1

Step One

Go with your partner and register for gifts.
2

Step Two

Plan your wedding rehearsal and rehearsal dinner.
3

Step Three

Pick the music for both the ceremony and reception.
4

Step Four

Schedule an appointment for a gown fitting and have your dress fitted.
5

Step Five

Write your wedding vows and choose prose for the ceremony.
6

Step Six

Book a hotel and transportation that is needed for the big day.

Two Months Before the Big Day

Steps

1

Step One

Make an appointment for your hair, makeup and nails at your favorite salon.
2

Step Two

Make sure the music is in order by meeting with your DJ and/or band. Make sure they know exactly what you want.
3

Step Three

Put those invitations in the mail.
4

Step Four

Obtain your marriage license and send wedding announcement to newspapers.
5

Step Five

Have a meeting with the photographer and florist to go over last minute details.

One Week Before the Big Day

Steps

1

Step One

Do a final count of planned guests and give that number to your caterer.
2

Step Two

Have final meetings with the caterer, florist, photographer and baker about details.

The Day Before the Wedding

Steps

1

Step One

Attend your wedding rehearsal and have a great time.

Overall Tips & Warnings

  • Stay focused on your final goal of the perfect wedding.
  • Get help with planning. Hire a wedding planner if budget allows or enlist the help of your bridesmaids and wedding party.
  • Follow a timeline or a wedding plan. Stick to deadlines. Stay on schedule.
  • Never procrastinate.
  • Always be practical when deciding on your budget. You want a nice wedding, but not one more expensive than a house.

Overall Things You'll Need

  • Budget
  • Theme a or tone
  • Rings and vows
  • Location for your wedding
  • Caterer, florist, band or DJ, photographer, and a baker
  • Marriage license
  • a daily planner and calendars
  • Wedding gown
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