As soon as possible

12 - 9 months

Select photographer
Select videographer
Select attendants gowns
Select music for wedding
Select gown
Select gift registry
Order wedding car(s)

9 - 6 months

Select formal wear
Order cake
Reserve honeymoon
Order invitations
Select florist
Take out wedding insurance
Select music
Select balloon designer

6 - 4 months

Address wedding invitations
Select headress & accessories
Obtain marriage licence
buy trousseau
Shop for home furnishings

4 - 2 months

Consult with mothers re outfits
Buy wedding rings
Order bridal favours

4 - 2 months (continued)

Consult beautician
Consult hairdresser
Arrange schedules
Send out invitations

2 months to go

Arrange accommodation for guests
Buy wedding gifts for each other
Buy attendants gifts
Arrange final fittings of gown
Arrange seating plans
Check passsports
Check items affected by your new surname

1 month to go

Check dress wear for bridal party
Confirm rehearsal time
Review seating plans
Prepare place cards
Change name on bank accounts
Record wedding gifts and write thank-you letters

2 weeks to go

Confirm arrangements with suppliers
Give final numbers to venue

1 week to go

Hold hen and stag parties
Pack cases
Check all travel documents
Relax and get plenty of rest