Click on the months below for a check-list of items to do the months before your wedding.

10 to 12 Months

8 to 10 Months

4 to 6 Months

2 to 3 Months

One Month

1 to 2 Weeks

Day Before

Day Of

• Give a list of the important photos you would like to your wedding photographer.
• Discuss your menu with your caterer.
• Meet with your officiant to discuss the service.
• Write your vows.
• Attend wedding showers.
• Mail your wedding invitations.
• Think about your hair and makeup – Try out hairstyles, purchase any extra makeup and accessories.
• Book your hairstylist and/or makeup artist, if you're using them. Meet with each of them to experiment with styles and colors. Be sure to bring your hair accessories to your hairstylist.
• Schedule your wedding rehearsal and rehearsal dinner.
• If your state requires it, make blood test appointments.
• If you're going to change your name, complete those documents.
• Send wedding announcements to local newspapers
• Click here to see what to do one month in advance.