Another planning calendar

[Bianca]

I found this article in the "Perfect Wedding Guide" (a free publication that is mostly ads and local info). This calendar organizes by "hiring tier" instead of the typical monthly timeline.

First Hiring Tier

Hire a wedding planner (if wanted)
Determine ceremony site
Determine reception site
Reserve hotel rooms for out of town guests
Select photographer
Select videographer
Select reception band/musician/DJ
Select ceremony musician
Shop for and order wedding gown and bridesmaids dresses
Select hair and makeup artists and schedule a trial run when your headpiece arrives


Second Hiring Tier

Select florist
Select linen company
Send out save the date and reservation forms (should be done at least 6 monts prior to the wedding)
Select pastry chef
Select grooms and groomsmen attire
Order invitations/stationary/announcements
Select calligrapher
Confirm wedding rehearsal time
Meet with caterer/catering manager and plan menu
Attend menu tasting
Plan honeymoon
Arrange wedding day transportation


Third Hiring Tier

Select wedding favors
Send invitations to calligrapher (at least 10 weeks prior to wedding)
Mail invitations (six to eight weeks prior to wedding)
Enroll at bridal registries (prior to first shower)
Plan rehearsal dinner, bridesmaids luncheon, golf outings and any other weekend wedding parties.

[Bianca]

Yes, me too. And you know how I'VE been! :)