Monthly Archives: December 2012

2 Weeks Out – Your Wedding Planning Timeline

2 Weeks Out Final Count Call any guests that haven’t sent back their response card (there will almost always be a few and you do have every right to know whether they’ll be attending.) As soon as you track down … Continue reading

1 Month Before – Your Wedding Planning Timeline

1 Month Before Get with the Program  Design or place an order for your wedding programs. You’ve been smart to wait at least this long because things inevitably change right up until the last minute. Programs generally include the names … Continue reading

2+ Months Out – Your Wedding Planning Timeline

2+ Months Out Create a Perfect Playlist  Nothing can ruin your joyful mood than hearing a cheesy song you despise at your own party! Music selection is crucial to the vibe of your wedding reception. Choose your songs together with … Continue reading

3+ Months Out – Your Wedding Planning Timeline

3+ Months Out Send Your Invitations Make sure the invitations are compiled, addressed, and postmarked as necessary. Remember that while you are free to add to your guest list as you wish, everyone who received a save the date must … Continue reading

Engagement Over the Holidays

As if Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukah, Kwanza and New Year’s Eve weren’t enough, wedding engagement season is in full swing with a flurry of holiday marriage proposals, ‘Tis the Season to Get Engaged.  Wannabe husbands bend a knee and pledge their … Continue reading

4+ Months Before – Your Wedding Planning Timeline

If you followed Part 1 of our guide, dive in to Part 2 to ensure a smooth, no-stress wedding day. You are well on your way to your big day! Congratulations. . . much of the hard work is behind … Continue reading

6-7 Months Before – Your Wedding Planning Timeline

6-7 Months Before Your Wedding Finalize the Guest List  Reconsider your budget and your ideal guest list number. Discuss any final additions with your family. Make sure you consider how many children and “plus ones” will be invited (if at all). … Continue reading

8+ Months Out – Your Wedding Planning Timeline

8+ Months Out Start Shopping!Gather a few beloved ladies and head to the wedding dress boutiques! You’ll get the best service (and the least amount of stress) if you call ahead and make an appointment. If you are dreaming of … Continue reading

12 Months Out – Your Wedding Planning Timeline

12+ Months Out Pick a Date  Start by selecting the time of year that appeals to you. Next, you will want to check the caledars of your families to see what weekends you have to work with. If you already … Continue reading

Your Wedding Planning Timeline

Congratulations! You’re engaged!! …Now what? Your wedding will be a joyous and exciting time to be sure, but the planning process can be long and overwhelming to say the least. Our wedding planning timeline is meant to be a general guide for keeping … Continue reading