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Table of ContentsMy Wedding Calendar 4

My Wedding Budget 8

My Contacts 10

My Photographer 12

My Florist 13

My Music 14

My Transportation 15

Bride’s Guest List 16

Groom’s Guest List 18

My Bridal Party 20

My Wedding Day Agenda 21

My Accommodations 22

My Floor Plan - Ceremony 24

My Floor Plan - Reception 25

My Food 26

My Beverages 27

My Gifts & Favors 28

My Notes 30

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☐ Find the engagement ring

☐ Propose

☐ Set an initial budget

☐ Select a wedding date and time

☐ Announce your engagement in the newspaper

☐ Determine the type of wedding (day/night, in/outdoor, formal/casual)

☐ Select and book your reception location

☐ Find a caterer if not already provided by the reception facility

☐ Select and book your ceremony location

☐ Determine who will officiate the ceremony

☐ Determine how many guests you wish to invite

☐ Set aside blocks of hotel/motel rooms for out-of-town guests

☐ Get a band or DJ, get one early because the can get booked quickly

☐ Decide if you want a bridal party, and if so, then how large

☐ Start to research your bridal gowns

☐ Start to research the groom’s formal wear/tuxedo

☐ Start to research the bridesmaids’ dresses

☐ Start to research formal wear for groomsmen

☐ Compare and find a photographer

☐ Compare and find a videographer

☐ Find local florists and set appointments to look at their work

☐ Be sure that you get contracts from all the professionals you choose

☐ Create a bridal registry and/or engagement registry

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☐ Marital Counseling

My Wedding CalendarMy Wedding CalendarNine to Twelve Months Before the Wedding

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My Wedding CalendarMy Wedding CalendarSix to Nine Months Before the Wedding

☐ Start compiling the guest list (inform your family to do the same)

☐ Select the attendants for your wedding party

☐ Purchase the bride’s gown

☐ Purchase the groom’s tuxedo

☐ Purchase you bridesmaids’ dresses

☐ Arrange for your groomsmen to be measured and reserve the tuxedos

☐ Shop for the wedding dress, headpiece, veil and other accessories

☐ Start planning for a honeymoon

☐ Choose and reserve your florist

☐ Order the wedding cake

☐ Parents of the groom should reserve a restaurant for Rehearsal Dinner

☐ Arrange for transportation for the wedding

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Four to Six Months Before the Wedding☐ Make appointments for a physical exam with your doctor/dentist

☐ Check requirements for blood test and marriage license in your state

☐ Shop for wedding rings

☐ Select and order the invitations and stationary

☐ Select and order the men’s attire

☐ Decide where to live after the wedding

☐ Complete the guest lists

☐ Begin shopping for trousseau

☐ Inform mothers to select their dresses

☐ Make sure all the men’s attire has been ordered

☐ Finalize honeymoon details and make the necessary reservations

Six to Nine Months Before the Wedding

Four to Six Months Before the Wedding

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☐ Mail invitations and announcements

☐ Prepare a portrait for the newspaper

☐ Set appointment with photographer for your formal bridal portrait

☐ Select gifts for your attendants

☐ Set appointments with any hairdressers and/or makeup artists

☐ Hire the limousine and/or other forms of transportation for the wedding

☐ Choose the music for the ceremony

☐ Decide on menu for reception. Estimate number of guests

☐ Buy a gift for the groom, groom should buy a gift for the bride.

☐ Schedule a final fitting for your gown for your formal bridal portrait

☐ Purchase (borrow) all wedding accessories (ring pillow, garter belts, etc.)

☐ Plan the seating for the reception and ceremony (placement cards)

Two to Four Months Before the Wedding☐ Confirm the menu and catering details

☐ Prepare all maps and directions for the ceremony and reception

☐ Select your wedding rings

☐ Buy a wedding guest book

☐ Set the dates and times with the officiant for the rehearsal

☐ Plan the bridesmaids’ luncheon and any other parties

☐ Determine your resources for designing and printing the program

☐ Finalize the florist details, photographer, videographer, musicians, etc.

☐ Arrange the necessary accommodations for out-of-town guests

☐ Plan the rehearsal dinner, time and place

☐ Confirm the wedding cake details with the baker

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My Wedding CalendarMy Wedding CalendarTwo to Four Months Before the Wedding

Four to Eight Weeks Before the Wedding

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My Wedding CalendarMy Wedding CalendarTwo Weeks Before the Wedding

☐ Make arrangements to have your wedding gifts moved to your new home

☐ Handle business and legal details (name changes, address changes, etc.)

☐ Prepare the wedding announcement for the newspaper

☐ Reconfirm your guests’ accommodations

☐ Make sure all clothing and accessories are ready

☐ Get your marriage license and any blood tests which are needed

The Big Day

One Day Before the Wedding

One Week Before the Wedding

Two Weeks Before the Wedding

☐ Review seating details with the ushers

☐ Make sure all wedding attire fits

☐ Finalize seating arrangements

☐ Reconfirm your honeymoon reservations

☐ Start packing for your honeymoon

☐ Call any guests who have not returned their RSVP

☐ Finish place cards for reception

☐ Review final details with photographer, videographer, etc.

☐ Give a final headcount to the caterer

☐ Delegate responsibilities to reliable individuals on your wedding day

☐ Get a manicure or massage to relax yourself

☐ Stay with your family the night before and sleep early

☐ Make sure best man and maid of honor sign the wedding certificate

☐ Allow yourself plenty of time to get dressed

☐ Eat properly, relax with a good bath, prepare for appointments

☐ Enjoy your dream wedding and cherish each and every moment!

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My Wedding BudgetMy Wedding BudgetBudget

Bride’s Budget $Groom’s Budget $

Total $

Apparel Cost

Engagement Rings $Wedding Rings $Gown $Headpiece $Shoes $Jewelry $Garter $Hosiery $Groom’s Tuxedo $Groom’s Shoes $Other $Other $

Total $

Flowers Cost

Bouquets $Boutonnière $Ceremony $Reception $Other $Other $Other $

Total $

Stationary Cost

Invitations $Announcements $Thank You Cards $Personal Stationary $Guest book $Programs $Reception Napkins $Calligraphy $Other $Other $

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Gifts Cost

Attendants $Bridal Party $Parents $Other $

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Transportation Cost

Limos/Party Bus $Taxis $Parking $Other $Other $Other $

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My Wedding BudgetMy Wedding Budget

Other Expenses Cost

Officiant $Ceremony Fee $Coordinator $Rehearsal Dinner $Engagement Party $Showers $Hair/Nails $Brunch $Hotel Rooms $Other $Other $Other $Other $

Total $

Reception Cost

Hall Fees $Tables/Chairs $Food $Drinks $Linens $Cake $Staff & Gratuities $Other $Other $

Total $

Music Cost

Musician for Ceremony $DJ/Band for Reception $Other $

Total $

Decor Cost

Seating $Table Centerpieces $Candles $Lighting $Other $

Total $

Photography Cost

Formals $Candids $Extra Prints $Photo Albums $Videography $Photo Booth $Other $

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Grand Total $

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My ContactsMy ContactsDetail Company ContactCeremony

Reception

Food

Florist

Photographer

Videographer

DJ/Band

Gown

Tuxedo

Hotel

Transportation

Accessories

Jewelry

Balloons

Stationary

Favors

Travel

Cosmetics

Hair/Nails

Lingerie

Health/Fitness

Investment

Realty

Registry

Bakery

Coordinator

Other

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My ContactsMy ContactsPhone Number E-mail Notes

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Type Location

Engagement Photos

Ceremony

Bride and Parents Arrive

Bride walking down the aisle

First Kiss

Reception

First Dance

Cutting the Cake

Toast

Bouquet Toss

Garter Unveiling

Bride

Head Shots

Groom

Head Shots

Family/Bridal Party

My FloristMy PhotographerCompany Name:

Address:

Phone Number:

Email:

Contact:

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My FloristMy PhotographerCompany Name:

Address:

Phone Number:

Email:

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Bridal Party Qty Cost Notes

Bouquets $

Boutonnières $

Subtotal $

Ceremony Qty Cost Notes

Bride Bouquet $

Aisle Runners $

Subtotal $

Reception Qty Cost Notes

Entryway Arrangements $

Centerpieces $

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Grand Total $

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My TransportationMy MusicCompany Name:

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Phone Number:

Email:

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My TransportationMy MusicCompany Name:

Address:

Phone Number:

Email:

Contact:

Type Cost/Hour Hours Qty Subtotal Pickup End time

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Transportation Agenda

Time Actual Hours Location Notes

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Bride’s Guest ListBride’s Guest ListName

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BrideName Role Phone Number

GroomName Role Phone Number

ParentsName Phone Number

GreetersName Phone Number

My Wedding Day AgendaMy Bridal Party

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My Wedding Day AgendaMy Bridal PartyWedding Date:

Time Event Notes

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My AccommodationsMy AccommodationsHotel Name:

Address:

Phone Number:

Name Room # Room Rate Confirmation #

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My AccommodationsMy AccommodationsHotel Name:

Address:

Phone Number:

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My Floor Plan - ReceptionMy Floor Plan - Ceremony

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My BeveragesMy FoodRehearsal Dinner FoodItem Qty Cost Comments

Cocktail Party FoodItem Qty Cost Comments

Reception FoodItem Qty Cost Comments

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My BeveragesMy FoodRehearsal Dinner BeveragesItem Qty Cost Comments

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My Gifts & FavorsMy Gifts & FavorsAttendee GiftsName Gift Price

Subtotal $

Bridal Party GiftsName Gift Price

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Welcome Bags Name Gift Price

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Parting GiftsName Gift Price

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