Because this is such a happy time in your life, it is often hard to focus on the details. HamptonsWeddings.com has made it easier for you with the HamptonsWeddings.com checklist. Print and carry this page with you to help in coordinating each detail of your wedding:

TWELVE TO NINE MONTHS BEFORE
Determine the type of wedding you want to have (i.e. formal or informal) and choose a date
Select and secure officiant or church/synagogue
Determine the size of your guest list/start to compile names and addresses for the list
Determine a preliminary budget and division of expenses
Select a wedding consultant (optional)
Select and secure reception location
Start to shop for the brides gown
Register for your gifts
Block hotel rooms in the area hotels
Send out a save the date card with guest accommodations information to your guests

NINE TO SIX MONTHS BEFORE
Choose wedding attendants
Select and secure a photographer/videographer
Select and secure wedding band
Choose the brides gown
Choose bridesmaids dresses
All deposits should be made and contracts signed with chosen vendors

SIX TO FOUR MONTHS BEFORE
Select a florist
Order Invitations
Selects the groomsmen's Tuxedos
Finalize arrangements with officiant church/synagogue
Make transportation arrangements for wedding party
Confirm hotel blocks at area hotels
Check requirements for marriage license

FOUR TO TWO MONTHS BEFORE
Decide on honeymoon destination
Prepare all maps and directions for ceremony and reception
Pick favors for reception if you would like them
Select your wedding rings
Pick rehearsal dinner or any other weekend party locations
Pick a wedding cake baker if your caterer does not provide one
Discuss the menu and catering details with your caterer

SIX TO EIGHT WEEKS BEFORE
Mail Invitations
Select gifts for the bridal party
Set appointments with any hairdresser and/or make-up artists
Confirm transportation arrangements for day of the wedding
Order formal thank you notes

FOUR TO SIX WEEKS BEFORE
Decide what your menu is going to be for the reception. Estimate the expected number of guests
Buy a gift for the groom
Schedule final dress fitting
Pick up wedding rings
Select rehearsal dinner or other weekend party invitations
Confirm florists details and delivery times
Plan the seating chart for the reception as well as other details for the ceremony and reception
Make sure all bridesmaids have been fitted for their dresses
Check to see if favors have been mailed
Buy place cards for wedding

TWO WEEKS BEFORE
Handle business and legal details such as name changes, address changes, etc.
Get your marriage license
Make sure all clothing and accessories for you and your bridal party are ready
Prepare wedding announcements for the newspaper (optional)
Send out rehearsal dinner and other weekend party invitations

ONE WEEK BEFORE
Finalize seating arrangements
Reconfirm your honeymoon reservations
Make sure you have plane tickets and necessary travel documents
Call guests who have not responded yet
Finish all the place cards for reception
Review all the final details with your caterer, photographer, florists etc…
Pick up gifts for bridal party
Finalize rehearsal dinner and other wedding weekend parties

ONE DAY BEFORE
Get manicure and message and relax all day
Stay with your family the night before and go to bed early
Put final details on wedding vows (optional)

THE BIG DAY
Make sure your maid of honor or best man has the marriage license
Rest, relax and eat properly
Allow plenty of time to get dressed
Prepare for your hairdresser and make-up appointments
Cherish each and every moment of this happy day!!