1 to 3 months in advance—master to-do list

Start to notify banks, employers, and other agencies and organizations of name and/or address changes.
Visit the reception site with the site manager to plan the setup’s lighting, acoustics, and air circulation.
Choose the linens and place settings. Coordinate the reception decor and the floral centerpiece with the florist, the reception-site manager, and the caterer.
Have the final fitting of your gown and accessories.
Have your wedding portrait taken if desired.
Assemble and mail your wedding invitations six to eight weeks prior to wedding date. > Click here for tips for addressing and assembling invitations
Mail your wedding announcement write-up to any newspapers.
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Apply for and obtain your marriage license.
Reconfirm your honeymoon plans; pay the final deposits as required.
Do any shopping for your “going away” outfit and honeymoon.
Make sure your attendants have their outfits in order: purchased, altered, rented.
If a flower girl and ring bearer are participating, confirm that their outfits are in order.
Make hair, nail, and spa appointments as necessary.
Verify with rehearsal dinner hosts that invitations are mailed.