The TO DO list.................OMG!

So after FINALLY settling on a date that won't change NO MATTER WHAT we then had to think about everything else!

So thanks to ukbride.co.uk I found this to do list.....................

*To Do As Soon As Possible:*

+Tell everyone the exciting news
+Decide whether you and your Fiancé would like a religious or civil ceremony
+Set a provisional date+If you opt for religious organise a meeting with your minister/priest/rabbi
+If you opt for civil book the ceremony venue or registry office
+Check legal requirements regarding marriage certificates and other requirements such as Banns/Notice
+Set a realistic budget, and decide between yourselves and parents who will pay for what
+Choose your Maid/Matron of Honour, Best Man and other attendants (make sure they’re available and willing)
+Compile a provisional guest list to get a rough idea of numbers
+Discuss ceremony and reception venue options and arrange to view them
+At least make a provisional booking of any favourite venues, you don’t want them getting snapped up while you’re still deciding
+Once you’ve decided on a venue make a decision about timings
+Once you’re happy with venue and timings pay the deposits required
+Decide (with Fiancé) colour schemes and possible themes you might like
+If you want to hire a professional wedding planner now is the time to do so
+Send out save the dates if you are planning to

*8 - 10 Months Before*

+Shop for your wedding dress - remember you’ll need plenty of time for alterations and custom designs
+Once your dress is chosen shop for accessories and shoes
+Research and book your photographer
+Organize wedding insurance
+Book Bridal suite for your wedding night
+Discuss menu options and drinks packages with your caterer/reception venue. Arrange a tasting appointment
+Book your band/DJ/live entertainment
+Order your wedding cake, make sure you have fun having a tasting session first
+Start thinking about your Honeymoon destination
+Discuss your wedding flower ideas with a florist
+Book transport to and from your venues (remembering transport for parents and attendants too)

*6-8 Months Before:*

+Begin your beauty and personal health regime
+Confirm your menu and drink choices with caterer
+If you’re having a religious ceremony discuss readings and music with your minister/priest/rabbi
+Order your wedding stationary
+Decide on flower choices and book your florist
+Book your Honeymoon and confirm first night bridal suite booking
+Find out if you need Visas, inoculations or any other course of medication (example: malaria tablets) for your honeymoon

*4-6 Months Before:*

+Book a consultation with your hairdresser to discuss possible styles
+Remind your Fiancé to get his and his attendants outfirs
+Choose gifts for attendants
+Confirm your order of service and have it printed
+Compile a gift list if you’re having one
+Choose and order wedding favours
+Start to plan your rehearsal dinner and tot up number of guests
+Choose your wedding rings
+Start thinking about make up plans
+Discuss possible Hen night plans

*2-4 Months Before:*

+Send out Invitations, venue/accommodation details and directions, menu choices, gift lists and any other information for your guests. Or you can choose to send out an information pack once guests confirm their attendance.
 +Keep an updated list of acceptances and refusals
+Make sure that any accommodation has been booked for family members where applicable
+If you’re having a religious ceremony book a time and date for a rehearsal
+Check your Fiancé and his attendants are on track for the day and outfits have been ordered
+Book beauty treatments such as: fake tan, nails waxing etc
+Purchase any new make up needed OR book make up artist
+If you’re choosing to do a speech start writing your ideas down now
+Discuss special requests and play list choices with your DJ or band including first dance choice
+Write or choose your wedding vows

*1-2 Months:*

+Contact any guests you have not had an RSVP from
+Confirm final guest numbers and other details with your reception venue and/or caterers.
+Have your final trial with your hairdresser before the big day
+Arrange a final fitting for your wedding dress preferably taking one or two of your attendants with you, they’ll need to learn how to help you into your dress for the big day
+Try your dress on with all your accessories so you know how it will look and if you are missing anything
+Draw up a seating plan for guests
+Finalise your speech details and practice it.
+Re-confirm bookings for suppliers and deliveries to the venue eg cake and flowers
+Order your honeymoon currency
+Make a list of must have shots for your photographer and let photographer know
+If you’re changing your surname write to banks doctor inland revenue and any other official bodies you need to, to give them notice
+Wear in your wedding shoes a little by wearing them around the house

*2 Weeks Before:*

+Have your final haircut and colour before the wedding
+Attend your rehearsal dinner
+Have the hen and stag parties!!! ENJOY!

*1 Week Before:*

+Church/Venue rehearsal
+Start to pack for honeymoon
+Check tickets, passports and any other travel requirements
+Go through any last minute details with your attendants, venue and suppliers

*The Day Before:*

+Attend your beauty treatment appointments
+Arrange for luggage and any other necessary items to be sent to reception/first night venue
+Help decorate reception venue if necessary
+Have a relaxing evening and head to bed early to be nice and refreshed in the morning

*YOUR BIG DAY!!!!!!*

+Get up nice and early, so that you give yourself plenty of time to relax and get ready without having a mad rush.
+Make sure you eat breakfast, your nerves might tell you you’re not hungry but you’ll feel better with something in your stomach and you don’t want to faint at the ceremony
+Have your hair and make up done
+Get dressed with the help of your attendants
+The Mother of the Bride and Bridesmaids leave first, followed by the Bride and her Father

Now it’s time to make your entrance. Enjoy your day xXx

AND I WENT OFF TO CRY IN THE CORNER!!!!! OMG WHAT A LIST!

After pulling myself together Matt and I went through the whole list and got rid of all the bit's that didnt apply to us and it actually STARTED to look doable considering the time frame............PHEW!!!
We then tried to work out exactly what we wanted from the day, who we wanted there and how much we could save within the time frame we had and from all of this we managed to get a pretty good personal to do list that actually looks pretty fab :-)
So I know what I'm doing......................now's the time to find out how to do what and where from!