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FALL & WINTER BRIDAL
THE NORTH PLATTE TELEGRAPH
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2020
TIFFANY WILLIAMS PHOTOGRAPHY
TIFFANY WILLIAMS PHOTOGRAPHY
Prepare envelopes with payments for the officiant, reception hall, mu- sicians, disc jockey, etc. Ask officiant when he/she would like to receive your marriage li- cense. Begin packing for honeymoon. 1 week before wedding Pick up wedding rings and check engravings and sizes. Final consultations with florist, musicians, photographer, videogra- pher, etc. If you are having a rehearsal, pres- ent attendants with gifts. Men have final fitting two to three days before the wedding and pick up formalwear and shoes. Make a wedding day schedule and give everyone copies at the re- hearsal dinner. Relax the day before; keep per- sonal appointments; finish honey- moon packing. Day of the wedding Give payment envelopes to the best man, who will deliver them after the ceremony and at the re- ception. Go to hairdresser, makeup artist and manicurist. Make sure the car keys, wedding rings, marriage license, keys to the new house, airplane tickets, hotel confirmations and honeymoon spending money are all assembled. Arrange for your car, your go- ing-away outfits and your luggage to be delivered to the reception hall. Arrange for someone to bring tissues, lipstick and any other per- sonal items to the reception. Be dressed and ready for the picture-taking two hours before the ceremony or according to the arrangements made with your pho- tographer. Relax and enjoy your big day.
Visit hairdresser and manicurist; make wedding day appointments for bridal party. Order all printed items, including in- vitations, thank-you notes, programs and napkins. Order needed utensils, which may include engraved cake knife, per- sonalized champagne glasses and a box for monetary gifts. 2 to 4 months before wedding Reserve rental items: candelabra, arches, canopy, lines, etc. Arrange rehearsal dinner. Shop for trousseau and apparel for honeymoon and prenuptial parties. Reserve limousine, carriage, trolley or coach transportation. Review florist’s arrangements and finalize order. Buy attendants’ gifts. Experiment with hairstyle and makeup changes. Buy bride’s and attendants’ shoes; send to be dyed. Order wedding and groom’s cakes. Plan the ceremony and select mu- sic for the service. You should receive your invitations at least three months before the wedding; send them out immedi- ately. Don’t forget to request a reply date of at least five weeks before the wedding. Register for wedding gifts at the stores of your choice. Decide on reception menu and select beverage options; decide if there will be an open bar. 1 to 2 months before wedding Final bridal fitting. Final attendants’ fittings. Confirm honeymoon reservations. Select reception decorations: bal- loons, candles, table favors, etc. Select ceremony accessories: unity candle, ring pillow, guest book, etc. Select personal accessories: hand-
bag, garter, engraved goblets, guest mementos, etc. Finalize arrangements with offici- ant. Finalize arrangements with musi- cians taking part in the ceremony. Arrange bridesmaids’ lunch or brunch. Finalize arrangements with photog- rapher and videographer. Discuss any special shots you want. Finalize arrangements with musi- cians, disc jockey and master of ceremonies for the reception. Finalize arrangements with florist, specifying time and place of deliv- ery. Finalize transportation arrange- ments. Make sure all clothes for brides- maids, groomsmen and ushers will be ready on time and that they have the appropriate accessories. Apply for marriage license. Formally inform employer of leave of absence. 2 weeks before wedding Invite guests to rehearsal dinner. Move your belongings into new home. Review reception seating and place cards. Confirm lodging for out-of-town guests. Record gifts as you receive them and write thank-you notes. Arrange for gown cleaning and bouquet preservation after the wed- ding. Finalize arrangements with hall and caterer, confirming final number of guests (preferably in writing). Finalize arrangements with baker regarding cake. Pick up wedding dress and brides- maids’ dresses. Groom or best man arranges final fittings for men in the wedding party.
Here’s a checklist for everything you need! JESS DEHAVEN St. Joseph News-Press, Mo. 6 to 12 months before the wedding Determine budget. Decide type of wedding: formal, semi-formal or informal. Choose ceremony location. Discuss dates with clergy or offici- ant. Choose attendants. Select gown style. Select veil style. Select attendants’ apparel. Compile bride’s and groom’s invita- tion list. Select reception site. Select caterer. Select wedding planner. Plan details of reception. Select photographer. Have engagement photos taken. Select music for reception. Select videographer. Select florist. Discuss gown colors and styles with mothers of bride and groom. If composing own vows, inform officiant. 4 to 6 months before wedding Select men’s formalwear and ar- range for final fitting a few days before wedding. Select ceremony musicians and music. Make honeymoon plans. Print map to include with invitations. Reserve hotel rooms for out-of- town guests. Have physical exams and update immunizations. Buy wedding rings and order en- graving. Finalize invitation list with families.
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