Things to check off your list within 1 year before the Big Day:

• Select your wedding gown and accessories. Look for bridesmaids’ dresses.

• Finish hiring wedding professionals. Sign contracts for services.

• Decide whether to include children and guests of single friends.

• Create a master guest list. Get the names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of all invited guests.

• Make honeymoon reservations.

• Open gift registries and start selecting items for them.

• If desired, create a wedding website.

• Create a gift record so that you can record gifts as they are received.

• Promptly write thank-you notes for gifts as you receive them.