Here is a basic list of some of the major items to be considered when planning for a wedding- yours or someone else's.
• Announce the engagement
• Select the photograph to be sent to the newspaper.
If the couple does not have a photo that they like, there are many places where a good photo, suitable for publication can be taken at an affordable price.
• Send or deliver the photograph to the newspaper with the engagement notice
• Decide on the wedding date
• Determine the budget and decide how the expenses will be shared
• Consider hiring a professional wedding coordinator
• Determine the formality and the type of wedding
• Decide (often compromise) on the number of guests and begin to write a guest list
• Decide the time and the location of the wedding
• Make all necessary reservations
• Selecting and reserving the officiant
• Select and order the bridal gown and headpiece
• Determine the colors and theme
• Prepare to write the invitations
• Select the florist and order all arrangements
• Choose a DJ - We have several tips and ideas.
• Choose and hire the photographer
• Order the wedding cake
• Select the maid of honor, bridesmaids, best man, ushers and any flower girls, ring bearers, etc.
• Obtain all necessary documents including passports, visas, birth certificates, etc. for the marriage and any intended travel
• Begin writing your wedding vows