Basics for Planning a Wedding
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Before you get into all the details, this list will give you a high-level list of what to expect and what to start working on.
- A/V needs
- Attire for leaving reception
- Bridal gown, shoes, accessories
- Bridesmaids attire
- Bridesmaids selection
- Budget
- Centerpieces
- Decorations
- Engagement pictures
- First night / overnight bag to pack
- Florist selection
- Flowers - decoration and attendants
- Gifts for attendants, family, etc.
- Groom's Attire
- Groomsmen attire
- Groomsmen selection
- Hotel accommodations for attendees
- House - getting your house ready and clean for either parties or guests
- Invitations - wedding reception / ceremony, attendant pre and post parties, etc.
- Maps for out of town guests
- Menu for pre and post parties
- Menu for reception
- Photographer selection
- Photographs you want taken
- Register - for gifts (Crate & Barrell, Amazon.com, William Sonoma, Target, etc.)
- Rentals - tables, chairs, linens, etc.
- RSVPs - as necessary
- SPA visits organized and reserved
- Travel for attendees
- Venue for pre and post attendant/family parties
- Venue for reception
- Venue for wedding
- Website - build a couples website with all your wedding weekend details, etc.
