| At Least 6 Months Ahead |
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Select a wedding date (choose back-up dates in case reception site or church is already booked) |
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Secure ceremony location |
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Choose and book officiate |
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Book The Essex Room for your reception site |
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Arrange for families to meet if they have not already |
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Order gown |
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Compile guest list |
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Choose and notify attendants |
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Select and order attendants' gowns |
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Visit photographers' studios to view portfolios |
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Select florist |
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Make appointments to taste and select wedding cake |
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Choose bridal registry items (Internet is a great source for variety and convenience) |
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Select music for ceremony |
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Request demos from bands & disc jockeys |
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Make final entertainment selection for reception |
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Discuss honeymoon plans |
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Order wedding rings |
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| 4 to 6 Months |
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Order invitations, announcements, personal stationery, and thank-you notes |
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Reserve limousine or other transportation for bridal party |
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Reserve accommodations for out-of-town guests (call for The Essex Room's referral list) |
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Hire stylist for wedding day hair and make-up |
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Select men's formal wear |
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Arrange for blood test |
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Make reservations for wedding night accommodations |
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Call and make appointment with Essex Room wedding coordinator for final menu selections |
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| 2 to 4 Months |
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Address wedding invitations |
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Plan and schedule rehearsal |
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Confirm rehearsal dinner arrangements (How about a famous New England Clambake, 20% off when booked through The Essex Room?) |
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| 1 to 2 Months |
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Mail invitations (make sure proper postage is affixed) |
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Set date with your fiancee to get the marriage license |
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Make appointment for final gown fitting |
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Pick up wedding rings |
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Write thank-you notes for gifts received |
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Send request lists to photographer and musicians |
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Pick up your wedding gown |
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| 2 Weeks |
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Confirm time and date of rehearsal with wedding party |
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Call The Essex Room for seating chart and begin creating your arrangement as you receive guest responses |
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Confirm honeymoon reservations and pick up tickets from travel agent |
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Schedule final appointment with Essex Room wedding coordinator |
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| 1 Week |
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Confirm all arrangements with florist, baker, photographer, and musicians |
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Call The Essex Room with final guest count |
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Finalize seating chart |
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Schedule final meeting with Essex Room wedding coordinator |
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Pack for honeymoon |
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Confirm wedding responsibilities with relatives and friends |
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Treat yourself to a relaxing massage |
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