A comprehensive checklist of things to do for the bride and groom as the big day draws near

SIX TO NINE MONTHS BEFORE:

• Select the date, time and venue for your wedding.
• Set your budget and establish your priorities.
• Decide on the general theme and motif.
• Reserve the church/venue of ceremony an officiant.
• Find out about the church requirements and restrictions.
• Compile your guest list from the list you and your Fiancé will make.
• Notify out-of-town guest so they can make early confirmation of attendance.
• Inform entourage, principal sponsors and mass Participants, readers, offerors, lector.
• Choose a caterer/reception venue. Decide on the menu and schedule a taste test.
• Bride: Select a designer and discuss style of bridal and entourage Gowns.
• Groom: Start looking for barong/suit or other formal Attire.
• Hire a wedding coordinator. Choose one you are most at ease with, who will relate to your taste and style.
• Get into a fitness program. It will help you cope better with the inevitable stress, and look your best on the big day!
• Source wedding service-providers, florist, Photographer, videographer, cake-maker, calligrapher or stationer For invitations and other print materials, musicians, sound system.
• Decide on your new home after the wedding.


FOUR TO FIVE MONTHS BEFORE:

• Draft your missalettes as approved by your church, as Well as the wording of your invitations. Pick the kind of Paper and writing that you want and that will match your chosen theme. Make sure to proofread before the final printing.
• Select flowers and arrangements fir the bridal bouquet the entourage, church and reception to suit your theme.
• Order your wedding cake. You may also ask for a taste test.
• Book other wedding service- providers.
• Prepare to make the necessary deposits and make-sure All contracts state previously-agreed-upon details.
• Start planning your honeymoon.
• Prepare all necessary documents: birth certificate,
• Annotated baptismal certificate, and residence certificate


THREE MONTHS BEFORE:

• Submit documents needed for securing a marriage license.
• Tackle name-changing on vital documents such as social security, driver’s license and bank accounts.
• Order your wedding rings and have them engraved.
• Arrange for the canonical interview/ counseling.
• Choose your wedding favors and gift for your Attendants and sponsors.
• Book a bridal car and arrange transportation for the bridal party and gifts.
• Start decorating your new home.
• Confirm honeymoon arrangements.
• Choose a makeup artist and schedule a trial.


TWO MONTHS BEFORE:

• Schedule fittings of gowns and suits/barongs.
• Address invitation envelops.
• Send out invitations. Designate at least two people to handle RSVP and prepare a list for monitoring acceptances.
• Have the missalettes printed. This should give you Ample time for corrections.
• Fulfill all church requirements, especially the Canonical interview and announcement of wedding Banns.
• Start moving things to your home.
• Complete all bridal accessories and paraphernalia: array, cord, garter, pillows, cake-cutter, goblets, guest book.
• Order wedding favors an ensure timely delivery.
• Inform musicians of your desired repertoire for the wedding.
• Schedule portrait taking with your photographer.



ONE MONTH BEFORE:

• Call all guest who haven’t RSVP’d to determine final head count.
• Have final dress fitting and confirm delivery date.
• Make sure attendant’s shoes and accessories are dealt With.
• Sign up for bridal registry.
• Arrange a final meeting with wedding service-providers to discuss all relevant details, especially delivery set-up time.
• Discuss reception program with coordinator and Emcee.
• Start working on your vows if you are saying your own.
• Attend and enjoy showers and bachelor parties! You’ve got to have some fun.
• Plan rehearsal dinner/ despedida de soltera.
• Do hair and makeup trial with makeup artist.
• It would be great if you could try your hairstyle with the Veil.
• Pick up wedding rings.

TO WEEKS BEFORE:

• Finalize lay-out of reception venue and seating arrangements.
• Confirm final head count with caterer / banquet Manager.
• Double check favors, accessories and paraphernalia.
• Finalize program details with coordinator and emcee.
• Bride: Practice walking in your shoes.
• Groom: Try on your tux if you are wearing one.
• Confirm final payments to your wedding vendors.
• Pack for your honeymoon.
• Have your portrait taken. This should be the time when you are not so stressed anymore.


ONE WEEK BEFORE:

• Head to the spa for a facial, manicure, pedicure, a relaxing massage, The works!
• Meet with the entourage if they should be assigned specific task.
• Have the rehearsal and the dinner after wards.
• Make final payments to your wedding vendors.
• Rehearse your speeches.


THE DAY BEFORE:

• Pack all the things you need to bring to the hotel the next day.
• Put in your pouch breath mints, oil-blotting paper and a small bottle of perfume.
• Prepare pins, mini-sewing kits and other first-aid / emergency stuff in case of accidents.
• Take a break! You need to pull yourself for the big day.


ON THE DAY ITSELF:

• Enjoy the whole thing. You worked so hard for it, so just relish the time You have with so many people you love And loved you back.