Finalize wedding theme/colors/style
Create a wedding guest list
List family traditions to incorporate
Submit engagement announcement to the newspaper
Order additional food and drink
Find a rental supplier for chairs, linens etc.
Book wedding night accommodations
Make hair/makeup appointments
Buy wedding bands / rings
Settle on wedding party outfits
Schedule gown fitting appointment
Pre-Wedding Confirmations:
Finalize venue and caterer
Schedule ceremony rehearsal
Discuss and confirm best people events and bridal shower(s)
Reserve block of hotel rooms for out-of-town guests
Decide on centerpieces and bouquets
Sign prenuptial agreement
Apply for marriage license
Send thank-you notes for any gifts received in advance
Set up 'must play' and 'do not play' music lists
Finalize ceremony in writing with officiant
Create a wedding day schedule
Call guests who have not yet RSVP'd
Give caterer a final head count
Confirm delivery details with wedding dessert provider
Decide on receiving line order
Determine and confirm any wedding-day tasks with friends and family
Confirm final payment with all vendors
Pick up a marriage license
Put together tip envelopes and designate someone to hand them out
Make emergency bridal kit
Plan night-before activities
Dry clean and preserve wedding gown and veil
Write thank you notes within eight weeks
Change all insurance policies to include spouse
Compete name-changing paperwork
Check on outstanding registry items