Michigan Wedding Reception: Ultimate Planning Checklist

We bet you are excited about yourMichigan wedding reception. There are many details to start organizing, and with such a dynamic wedding reception itinerary, how do you begin, and where do you start? You need to read our Ultimate Planning Checklist for easy answers. YOU'VE FOUND THE ONE! Congratulations on your upcoming Michigan wedding reception. We know you want it to be perfect. With so many details involved in creating a wedding reception, how do you begin, and where do you start? You need to read our Ultimate Planning Checklist for easy answers. WHERE TO START Relax. You've found a great timeline to work by right here when interviewing and hiring your Michigan wedding vendors. This checklist lays out each step to consider in planning your Michigan wedding reception and presents a one year timeline for when the steps should be taken. Adjust the planning steps to your own time frame. PROFESSIONAL ADVICE You want your wedding to be uniquely expressive of you and your fianc. Consult with the Michigan wedding professionals that are the most referred who specialize in weddings. Their experience will be invaluable as you plan each exciting step of the way. 12 MONTHS You should buy engagement rings and pick your wedding date. Also during this time you should put a deposit down on your reception and ceremony venue in Michigan so that it is reserved. The minister or officiant performing the ceremony should also be booked. This goes for the same with your caterer and florist. Select the bridesmaids and groomsmen of your bridal party, and start to prepare a budget that works with your goals financially. 9 MONTHS You should buy wedding rings and begin your guest list. Also select the wedding music and reserve your musician, band, and/or DJ for the Michigan wedding reception. The photographer that will be capturing your memories should also be booked. This goes for the same with a videographer as well. You should make sure to register for gifts with a place you and your significant other agree on. And finally order your wedding dress and bridesmaids' dresses. 6 MONTHS 6 months away, and it is time to choose the cake. After your wedding day there is typically a honeymoon and right now is the perfect time to complete the plans. Also during this month order your invitations and announcements for your guests. The floral arrangements should be chosen including boutonnieres, and corsages. And to get to and from the different venues book transportation for your wedding. 3 MONTHS You should order tuxedos and finalize your guest list. Once finalized begin mailing invitations and schedule the date and time for the rehearsal. Any out of town guests should have rooms reserved. If required on your state you need to see a doctor for blood test or health certificate. Then there is the final dress fitting and the ordering guest keepsakes. 1 MONTH Almost done , now you need to pick up the marriage license and begin writing thank-you notes. Your wedding announcements should be sent to the local Michigan newspaper company after you have mailed them. Remember to pack before the honeymoon and confirm reservations. And before attending your ceremony rehearsal/rehearsal dinner you need to pick up your wedding dress and tuxedo. WEDDING DAY You did it! Congratulations and our best wishes from Encore Entertainment & Productions. Enjoy your beautiful Michigan wedding reception and the lasting memories of creating this perfect day.