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Wedding Timeline: 6 months before the wedding

Six months to go…

• Decide on Bakery and do tastings for wedding and groom’s cake
• Book hotel room for wedding night
• Order wedding invitations and inserts, (check proofs 3x before final printing)
• Order “thank you” note cards
• Hire calligrapher to address invitations
• If traveling out of the country, get necessary shots and health certificates
• Decide on Groom, groomsmen and usher’s attire
• Plan post-wedding brunch
• Order wedding rings
• Arrange for pet-sitter/babysitter for honeymoon

Wedding Timeline: 7 months before the wedding

Seven months to go…

• Finalize decision on bridesmaids’ dresses and order
• Plan rehearsal dinner
• Research hair stylist and makeup artists
• Research and purchase wedding insurance
• Make honeymoon reservations
• Apply for (or update) travel documents if traveling outside of the country for the wedding and/or honeymoon
• Send “Save the Date” cards (if not yet sent)
• Send information on travel and accommodations to out-of-town guests
• Hire Florist

Wedding Timeline: 8 months before the wedding

Eight months to go…

• Shop for dresses with bridesmaids
• Write invitation wording
• Research invitations and stationary items
• Register for wedding gifts
• Book any rental items that may be needed
• Book transportation service for bridal party on the day of (if around holiday or prom season)

Wedding Timeline: 9 month before the wedding

Nine months before the wedding…

• Order wedding gown, headpiece, veil and accessories
• Start deciding on gift registries
• Begin plans for honeymoon
• Finalize themes, styes and overall decor

Wedding Timeline: 10 months before the wedding

Ten months before the wedding…

• Reserve hotel block for out-of-town guests
• Research marriage license requirements
• Talk to Officiant about pre-marital counseling and schedule appointments (if necessary)
• Start planning themes, styles, and overall decor
• Look into rental items that may be needed

Blizzard Bonus!

Wow! Metro Detroit was buried under a thick blanket of snow last night, yet the invitation line is still ringing! Wedding Fun never stops around here!

What better way to spend your evening that snuggled up with your loved one and doing one of the best parts of wedding planning... browsing invitations!!!

I have several albums to choose from in my home-office, but I also have online sites for two of the more affordable companies that I proudly represent. Feel free to check them out and let me know if you'd like to see anything in-person. I can always meet for coffee or brunch if you're a bit out of my area. 

Please note, that while nothing is quite as personal as having a certified professional to help with your wording and ordering with in-person shopping, online shopping is a great option for those pressed for time, or who have a solid idea of what they are looking for. All invitation dealers set their own discounts and I tend to have some of the best pricing in the area. Regardless of how you shop, you will receive personal service and phone calls to confirm your order with me, so please do not hesitate to call with any questions.

Carlson Craft: 30% off invites + 15% off accessories (discounts are reflected in cart)

Birchcraft Studios: 25% off invites+ 15% off accessories (discounts are priced accordingly)

STAY WARM!

Wedding Timeline: 11 months before the wedding

Eleven months before the wedding…

• Send engagement announcement to newspaper (do not include the exact date, only the month/season and year)
• Order and send “Save the Date” cards for destination or holiday wedding
• Book entertainment
• Book rehearsal time at ceremony site and inform Officiant (if not already done)
• Select Bridal Party
• Finalize guest list
• Start a wedding website
• Start shopping for a wedding gown

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Wedding Timeline: 12 months before the wedding

Twelve months before the wedding…

• Bride meets Groom’s family
• Groom meets Bride’s family
• Arrange for families to meet
• Announce engagement
• Determine the budget
• Determine financial responsibilities
• Begin guest list and discuss approximate number of guests
• Decide on preferences for time and date
• Book ceremony site
• Book reception/celebration venue
• Hire Caterer
• Hire Photographer and book engagement shoot
• Hire Officiant
• Hire Videographer
• Hire Wedding Planner or Day-Of Coordinator (DOC can be hired anywhere from 12 months to 2 months before)
• Start and commit to regular exercise (three hour per week minimum)