2 Months
1 Month
q Complete your gift registries
Consider an in-town and internet/chain store option
for out-of-town guests and those who cannot attend
q Compile RSVP numbers:
Verify guest count with caterers, venues,
cake bakery, etc.
q Address and mail invitations
Request RSVPs ONE MONTH from wedding date
q Create place cards for tables if you will have a
seating arrangement
q Wedding party & helper gifts/mementos
Order, handcraft, personalize, etc.
q Complete marriage license
depending on your area’s timetable
q Have you bought a gift for your spouse-to-be?
q Complete name change documents as applicable
q Are you on time for your alterations?
How about your wedding party, mothers, etc.?
q Are you supplying your cake topper, cake serving
set and guest book? Make sure they’re ready to go!
q Announce your wedding in your local paper and
hometown paper if applicable
q Practice your hair and make-up with your stylists!
q Complete your wedding ring order, including
engraving
q How’s the honeymoon coming along?
q Design your ceremony program
Visit our blog for all sorts of fun ceremony ideas!
q Verify plans with wedding professionals:
q Photographer q Ceremony Officiant
q Videographer q Ceremony Musicians
q Florist
q Reception Musicians/DJ/Emcee/Host/Hostess
q Bridal Salon – Alterations and tux sizes?