a year or more ahead

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decide how much you can afford to spend

decide the type of event you want – from grand to intimate

choose colour scheme & design

choose & book the venues for your ceremony & reception

choose your bridesmaids, best man & other attendants

start thinking about your outfit & those for your attendants etc

book photographer / wedding cars / caterer

plan & book honeymoon

6 to 12 months ahead

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order cake

order florist

order rings

decide on music, hymns, readings etc

order wedding stationery off your chosen supplier such as 

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3 to 6 months ahead

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send out invites, and make a note of replies for numbers

check newspaper deadline so you can then book announcement

buy gifts for all the attendants

2 months to go

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arrange hen & stag parties

record presents you receive so you can send Thank You cards made by 

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make arrangements as necessary for any quests staying over

book hairdresser and beautician

get outfits for you and all attendants finalised plus all accessories

2 weeks to go

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work out reception seating plan then write it out yourself or by

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write out place names or have them printed onto the Place Cards

prepare & pack for your honeymoon

make any arrangements for while you are away eg feeding pets

and in the final week

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have one last check on all your venues & suppliers then relax!