Finalize the date, time and place of the wedding rehearsal and rehearsal dinner
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Make a guest list for the rehearsal dinner
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Attend your first appointment with the wedding officiate to review details for the
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ceremony
Begin putting together a rough schedule for the weekend of the wedding
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Ceremony
Bachelor/Bachelorette
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Cutting of the cake
Party
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(optional)
Gift Opening
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Speeches (optional)
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Bride-groom dance
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(optional)
Ect…
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Select any special readings and choose readers if necessary
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Begin writing personalized vows, if applicable
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Finalize all arrangements for makeup, hair, nails, etc.
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3 Months before
Determine who will be giving speeches at the rehearsal party and the reception
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Schedule an appointment for a food tasting
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Set up an appointment to see a sample of your floral centerpieces if applicable
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Begin writing thank-you notes as wedding gifts arrive. It's easier if you keep them
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up to date
Book and reserve your bridal preparation suite
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Finalize the date and time of the rehearsal and dinner
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Finalize your plans for the honeymoon with your travel agent
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Schedule your first fitting for your wedding gown and your groom's tuxedo or suit.
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Reminder: Remember to bring your panty-hose, shoes, bra, hair
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accessories, jewelry, camera and best friend
8 Weeks before
Purchase gifts for:
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Each other( Bride/Groom)
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Wedding party attendants
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Your parents and In-laws
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Order rehearsal dinner invitations
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Finalize music selections
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Finalize the ceremony readings and songs to be performed (if applicable)
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