Weddings are one of the most biggest event’s in a person’s lifetime. There are so many aspects involved in planning this special day, that it’s important to do everything you can to plan it successfully. Below is a listing of some wedding tips, which we hope can make your planning go a little smoother and less stressful.

Wedding Receptions
Keep notes of your observations when visiting different wedding and or reception sites. Ask whether the price quoted is all inclusive, or will there be additional charges such as gratuities, overtime fees, and sales tax. Ask to have all details in writing.

Music
It’s very important that you select your entertainment carefully. The music sets the tone for your special day. Two sets of performers may be required, one for the ceremony and another for the reception. You may, for example, choose a disk jockey, live band, piano/organ , solo singer, harpist or even a combination of two or more. Wedding bands usually have audition nights at which you can hear them in person. If not, request an audio or videotape. Your musician's personality can add much to the marriage ceremony and can make or break your reception.

Below is a wedding timetable and checklist we hope will help plan your special day.

12-18 Months before Wedding

Announce engagement
Decide on date, time and location (ceremony and reception)
Decide who will officiate at your wedding
Research photographers, videographers, musicians, disc jockeys - TJ's Entertainment in CT, florists, and wedding cake
Choose attendants
Begin to shop for bridal gown
Prepare a budget
Select caterer/wedding consultant


6-12 Months before Wedding

Contact your local newspaper to announce your engagement. You may want to have an engagement photo taken to include with your announcement.
Order wedding party’s gowns
Plan honeymoon (don’t forget pass-ports and other necessary documents)
Compile guest list. Request list from parents to help get started

4-6 Months before Wedding

Order invitations and thank you notes
Order wedding bands
Select your bridal registry
Choose Bride and bridesmaids' shoes, stockings and jewelry
Ask mothers to coordinate their wedding day attire
Choose formal wear for men
Start planning your wedding vows
Arrange for vacation time from work

3-4 Months before Wedding

Confirm delivery date of the bridal gown and bridesmaids’ dresses
Arrange for limousine or other transportation to and from the reception
Finalize guest list
Finalize honeymoon plans
Order wedding reception favors
Purchase items for the ceremony and reception: toasting glasses, cake knife, guest book and pen, ring pillow, etc...

2-3 Months before Wedding

Address and mail invitations
Make appointment with hair stylist, make-up artist, and manicurist
Plan rehearsal dinner
Arrange accommodations for out-of-town guests

1 Month before Wedding

Get marriage license and blood test done
Arrange final gown and attendant fittings
Confirm honeymoon reservations
Finalize music details with musicians or disc jockey
Pick up rings

2 Weeks before Wedding

Arrange seating plan with place cards
Pick up all gowns
Pick up honeymoon tickets
Touch base with photographer, videophotographer, band or DJ
Begin packing for honeymoon
Purchase travelers checks

1 Week before Wedding

Final consultation with the reception hall and give final guest count
Bring favors, final payment, etc. to reception hall with you
Break in your shoes
Make wedding day schedule and give everyone a copy at rehearsal dinner

1 to 2 days before Wedding

Rehearsal
Attend rehearsal dinner
Present gifts to attendants
Relax the day before; have a manicure and pedicure
Remind men to pick up formal wear and shoes
BREATHE! ENJOY YOUR MAGICAL DAY!!!