The Wedding Checklist

Six months to one year 

1.         Create guest list  

2.         Book church. Discuss service, music, readings 

3.         Book reception site and coordinator 

4.         Book photographer, videographer and florist 

5.         Book hair and makeup specialist 

6.         Book music for reception 

7.         Book music for church 

8.         Book site for rehearsal dinner; select menu, wine, flowers, linen etc 

9.         Arrange transportation for wedding guests 

9.         Reserve hotel room for wedding night 

10.       Plan honeymoon and make reservations as necessary 

11.       Send "save-the Date" cards, detailing lodging, transportation activities 

Four Months Ahead 

1.         Select invitations , place cards thank you notes and place order 

2.         Contact calligrapher, deliver envelopes when ready 

3.         Arrange printing of ceremony program 

4.         Register for wedding gifts 

5.         Order and purchase rings 

6.         Shop for going away outfits 

7.         Select attendants’ gifts 

Two months ahead 

1.         Send invitations, make list for responses 

2.         Road test hair and make up artists 

3.         Select gifts for bride and groom to give to each other 

4.         Reconfirm Music  

One Month ahead 

1.         Send thank you notes as gifts arrive 

2.         Send wedding announcements to home newspapers and alumni publications         

3.         Obtain marriage license 

Two weeks ahead 

1.         Create seating chart for reception, order place cards 

2.         Final fitting for wedding gown and shoes 

3.         Start to write speeches and toast 

4.         Finalize all details for menu and timing with caterer 

5.         Reconfirm flower order 

Contact us about your wedding: 

http://www.localbrides.com.au  

Ph: 1300878696