Send your out-of-town guests information packets that include
“save the date” cards with hotel, car rental, listings
of local attractions and other visitor information.
Arrange health and life insurance policies or make changes to
existing policies to specify new beneficiaries, etc.
Submit change of address to the post office.
Prepare payment envelopes for fees and gratuities: clergy, soloist,
hotel staff, etc.
Put someone in charge of transporting gifts to the proper location
at the end of the event.
Give photographer and videographer list of “must-have”
shots.
1 week before
Submit final guest count to the caterer and confirm all details.
Review details and timetables with all vendors. Provide them a
contact name, arrival time and where to set up.
Write and mail a note to both sets of parents, thanking them for
their love and support.
Put together everything you’ll need for the wedding day,
including jewelry, an extra pair of pantyhose, aspirin, antacid,
bobby pins, safety pins, mints, sewing kit and your undergarments.
Pick up tickets and travelers checks for honeymoon.
Begin packing for the honeymoon.
Advise the head usher of any unique seating arrangements.
Allow plenty of time for dressing, makeup and hair styling.
Give maid of honor and best man the appropriate wedding band.
Gather all of your pre-packed belongings and head for the altar.
Get there on time.
Relax and enjoy your day!
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