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12 to 18 Months Before
Meet with both sets of parents to discuss the budget and style of the wedding
Go with your fiancé and book the reception site
Reserve your ceremony location
Choose your groomsmen. Use one usher per 50 guests
9 Months Before
Decide on an Officiant
Write out a preliminary guest list. Be sure to get input from your parents
Register at one or several locations
Before selecting a caterer, go to a tasting
6 Months Before
Choose and order your attire and your groomsmen’s outfits
Plan and book your honeymoon.
3 Months Before
Finalize the guest list
Order your wedding bands and decide on inscriptions
Check state requirements concerning marriage licenses and required medical tests
2 Months Before
Buy wedding gifts for your bride and groomsmen.
Get blood test for marriage license
Pick up your wedding rings, make sure they fit properly
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2 Weeks Before
Pick up your marriage license
Give ushers instructions for seating the guests at the ceremony, especially if there are guests requiring special assistance.
Practice your toast to the bride’s family
Pick up your rental attire and remind your groomsmen to do the same
Arrange for someone to bring the gifts from the reception to your home
Get a haircut
1 Day Before
Attend the rehearsal and rehearsal dinner Give gifts to groomsmen
Do something sweet for your bride-to-be
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