Everything you need to plan for a wedding! Whether you are the bride and groom, a family member, bridesmaid, or a guest, this page will provide you with some tips.

 

  1. - Learn the facts about gold and find the jewelry prices.
  2. - Prepare wedding proposals.
  3. - Set an initial budget.
  4. - Select a wedding date and time (refer to an astrologer).
  5. - Announce your engagement to your family members, friends and relatives via mail & engagement card.
  6. - Set the type of engagement you want (day/night, indoor/outdoor, formal/casual)
  7. - Research availability of reception hall & temple and make an early booking for your reception location.
  8. - Find a caterer.
  9. - Determine who will officiate at the ceremony.
  10. - Determine how many guest you wish to invite.
  11. - Set aside blocks of hotel/motel rooms for out-of-town guests.
  12. - Book a band or DJ, get one booked early because they can get booked quickly.
  13. - Decide if you want a bridal party. If so, decide how large.
  14. - Start to research your saree & evening gown.
  15. - Start to research the grooms formal wear/tuxedo/vesti&jippa.
  16. - Start to research bridesmaids' dresses.
  17. - Start to research formal wear for the best man.
  18. - Research and find a photographer.
  19. - Research and find a videographer.
  20. - Find local florist.
  21. - Be sure that you get contracts from all the professionals you choose.
  22. - Marital Counseling (if necessary)
  1. - Start compiling the guests list.
  2. - Select the attendance for your wedding party.
  3. - Purchase the saree & evening gown.
  4. - Purchase the grooms vesti & jippa/tuxedo. (For the wedding party)
  5. - Purchase bridesmaids' dress.
  6. - Arrange your groomsmen to be measured and reserve the tuxedo.
  7. - Shop for the wedding dress, headpiece, veil, and other accessories.
  8. - Start planning for the honeymoon research your destinations.
  9. - Choose and reserve your florist.
  10. - Order the wedding cake, if not provided by the caterer.
  11. - Arrange for transportation for the wedding. Limousines, horses & Carriage, vans, etc.
  1. - Apply for registration/marriage license.
  2. - Shop for wedding ring and best man's ring.
  3. - Select and order the wedding invitations and other stationery.
  4. - Make sure all the men's attire has been ordered.
  5. - Decide where to live after the wedding.
  6. - Complete the guests list.
  7. - Send your engagement announcement.
  8. - Inform family members to select their dresses.
  9. - Select and order the men's attire.
  10. - Finalize honeymoon details and make the necessary reservations.
  1. - Confirm the menu and catering details with the caterer & it's time to go for food testing.
  2. - Prepare all maps and directions for the ceremony and reception.
  3. - Compare and select your studio photography.
  4. - Buy a wedding guestbook.
  5. - Determine your resources for designing and printing for the ceremony.
  6. - Finalize the florist details, photographer, videographer, performers, etc.
  7. - Arrange the necessary accommodation for out-of-town guests.
  8. - Confirm the wedding cake.
  1. - Mail/hand out invitations and announcements.
  2. - Finalize your bridal studio photography to present in your wedding ceremony.
  3. - Select gifts for all your attendants.
  4. - Set appointments with any hairdresser and / or makeup artists.
  5. - Hire the limousine for the wedding.
  1. - Decide what your menu is going to be for the reception.
  2. - Estimate the expected number of guests.
  3. - Schedule a final fitting for your gown so it can be ready.
  4. - Confirm florist details and delivery time.
  5. - Plan the seating for the reception.
  6. - Start writing placement cards.
  7. - Make sure all bridesmaids' attire has been fitted.
  8. - Choose the music for your ceremony, first dance, parent dances, and party and give information to band.
  9. - Formal bridal portrait.
  10. - Purchase a going away outfit.
  11. - Pick up your wedding rings.
  1. - Make arrangements to have your wedding gifts moved to your new home.
  2. - Reconfirm your guests' accommodations.
  3. - Make sure all clothing and accessories for you and the bridal party are ready.
  1. - Review any seating details with the ushers.
  2. - Make sure all wedding attire fits.
  3. - Finalise the sitting arrangements for your guests.
  4. - Reconfirm your honeymoon reservations.
  5. - Start packing for your honeymoon.
  6. - Make a final call any guests who have not responded yet.
  7. - Finalise all the place cards for the reception.
  8. - Review all the final details with your photographer, videographer, etc.
  9. - Give a final headcount to your caterer.
  10. - Confirm the availability of the musicians and vocalist.
  11. - Delegate responsibilities to reliable individuals on your wedding day (preferably not your family members)
  12. - Wrap and present the wedding party gifts.
- Stay with your family the night before and sleep early
  1. - Allow yourself plenty of time to get dressed.
  2. - Make sure to eat properly.
  3. - Rest and relax with a good bath.
  4. - Prepare for your hairdresser and make up appointments.
  5. - Enjoy your wonderful big day and cherish each and every moment!

 

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