October Brides

Just wondering if any October Brides out there who'd like to share . . .

What are you up to on your to do list?

What's your favorite thing you've chosen for your wedding?

Are you getting scared yet?

I'm 165 days away and I still have soooooo much to do!!!

Hi date twin!

I still have tons to do also! I am in the process of looking for limos and invites. I narrowed it down to 2 and I'm having a friend do them. My mom is looking for her dress then my MOH needs to get a dress. In June I'm going to have to start looking for FG dresses. I still need to get shoes, veil, etc. And I'm sure a million and one other things!

My favorite thing I've chosen is the dress, of course!

Not getting scared yet b/c I'm too stressed! FI's family is irritating me and we're trying to close on a house! And the seller's atty is being difficult!

HELLO date twins!!!!!! (we are triplets now )

I am on vacation this week... so FH and I have ordered the invites... my veil and tiara I ordered a couple of weeks ago...

finished registering.... still working on honeymoon.. flower girl dress...

I am also getting stressed...just noticing how FAST time is going

Hi All!

We're in the process of getting our invitations done at this time. We still need to do pre-cana, flower dresses, wedding program, purchase an add on to our favor, wedding bands, tuxes, do one more registry, get gifts for our entourage, get my veil and undergarments, put together our votive placecard holders and wedding bubbles.

Favorite thing/s will be my dress too and my invitation (in the process)

I'm not getting scared yet. More so overwhelm when I think of the things that needs to be done because time passes by so quickly.

Hi there -

I still have to get Jr. BM dress and FG dress, tuxes, his ring, favors, programs and placecards. I'm sure there are a few other small things, but I basically have everything covered (i think!!)

My favorite thing so far are my invites. I love them!!

I'm in pretty good shape I thinik. I still have to get my invites, shoes, FG dress, favors and flowers. I'm sure there are a few other things that I can't think of right now.
I know my shower is in the works because FMIL is driving my sister crazy and of course I keep hearing about it!

gotta do:

invitations
favors
bp gifts
tuxes
wedding bands
programs/guest list / addresses
meet with other officiant
nag BM's to get fitted to place order by early May
meet with photographer for engagement shoot/finalize our package
my undergarments, shoes and veil!!!

SO MUCH...
guys am I missing something ... and oh yeah Rehearsal dinner - when should I start thinking about that?

WOW! WE HAVE THE SAME WEDDING DATE!

I STILL HAVE A LOT TO DO. WHAT ARE YOU UP TO ON YOUR LIST?

I have to do the RD, tuxes, rings, menus, favors etc.. Still lots left...

I picked up my dress last night!! I can't believe its coming so quick!

Still have a lot to do, even though I feel like we've done so much already!

In the process of getting proofs of invites (already designed)
Need: Limos
Wedding Bands
HM to be booked
Gifts for bridal party
Menus
Programs
Going TODAY to pick out bm dresses
Shoes
Jewelry for day of
Tuxes
Rings
Pre Cana in June
Bagpipes (? still deciding)

Oh yeah, and get my *ss in better shape

This list should make you all feel like you're in good shape

Oh yeah, dress was my favorite part
And yes, I finally feel like with less than six months, it's FINALLY becoming REAL!!! Yipeee!

Hi October Brides!!

My date is the 7th of October. I just finished ordering my invites from Now&Forever and put the order in for BM dresses. I am now up to limos and undergarments for me. Can't say I am scared yet b/c I seem to be to busy to have time to be scared. We have 2 more sessions for precana and then that will be another thing off the list. I am sooo excited I can't wait.

What are you up to on your to do list?
*registering
*church music
*invitations

What's your favorite thing you've chosen for your wedding?
*my theme...fall
*my DRESS!
*my day of Coordinator, Laura (LA Productions)
*my flowers

Are you getting scared yet?
....only a little because we are also buying a house, so I'm getting nervous! but very excited!

Hello Fellow Fall Brides,
After reading your lists I realize I have so much to do!!!
Here it goes:

Limos
Order BM dresses (we're doing that next week):
programs
shoes/veil - picked out just have to order (So what am I waiting for!!!!)
wedding rings
tuxes
Book HM
block hotel rooms
book rehearsal dinner
order invites


I feel sick!!!!



My favorite thing is my dress. I love it.
I'm so exicited!!!! Not scared at all. I'm having
so much fun planning the wedding!!!!

We are right on schedule in our planning.

Left to do:

- Order Invitations
(we narrowed it down to 2 we like)
- Find shoes for me
- Get a Veil
- Figure out what we want as favors
- Find Placecard Holders or Frames
- Tuxedos
- Wedding Bands
- BP Gifts and Parent Gifts
- Jewelry for me

I think we are in good shape.

I am sure things will come up that I may have forgotten!

I am getting very excited and anxious..

I have everything done,,The only thing left to do is get the Bridal party gifts..and put my invitations together when they come in. They should be in within 2 weeks... I already did the addresses on excel for the calligrapher and I already have an outline of my seating chart..I will just have to take guests off of the seating chart once I start getting my rsvp's back.
I also need to get my shoes..and make my flower cones for the church.
I already got the church program proof back..so I just have to final proof it..

Other than that all my big stuff is done and it is just the little things that need to get done which I dont have to do until after the summer...

So i am taking a breather from the planning now...

Here's my ultimate things to do list (its actuall from theknot.com)

DONE
1. Register for gifts
2. Start looking at Cakes
3. Have Invitations Printed
4. Book Ceremony musicians
5. Book Photographer
6. Book DJ
7. Meet with Florist
8. Check out hotel rooms for out-of-town guests.
5. Make Save the Dates

TO DO
APRIL
1. Paint Invitations
2. Send Save the Dates to out-of-towners
3. Figure out hair/veil styles
4. Shop for Limos

MAY
1. Send Invites to out-of-town guests (Groom's family only) (including packet of hotel reservation and city information for out-of-town guests)
3. Decide/Shop/Book apparel for Groom and Groomsmen
4. Set aside block of hotel rooms for out-of-town guests
5. Book hotel room for wedding night.
6. Book RD
7. Hair/Make-up Trials
8. Book Hair/Make-up
9. Book Limos


JUNE
1. Wedding rings
2. Favors
3. Choose BM accessories
4. Lingerie for gown requires in time for first fittings
5. Arrange special performances or readings as part of the ceremony
6. Finish painting invitations
7. Address invitations
8. Confirm delivery date for gown and schedule fittings


JULY
1. expect RSVPs from first wave of invites
2. send Invitations
3. Begin gown fittings
4. Meet with Officiant -- finalize ceremony/vows

AUGUST
1. Flowers (confirm designs for CP, bks, church flowers, etc)
2. DJ (info list: first/last songs, 'must-play' and 'must-not play' songs, names to be announced, etc)
3. Finalize Cake
4. Confirm reservations for out-of-town guests
5. Research local marriage license requirements.
6. Final wedding-gown fitting.
7. Write thank-you notes for gifts received at the bridal shower.
8. Buy accessories for reception (guest book, family photos for collage and framed pictures, bird cage, etc)
9. Begin writing ceremony program
10. Buy shoes and veil
11. Buy gifts (MOH, BM, Groomsmen, parents, performers) to give at RD or morning of wedding

SEPTEMBER
1. Finalize menu with GWM
2. Make menu cards for tables
3. Go on Autumn leaves trip
4. Make leaf bags for guests to throw
5. Bring leaves to Florist and Baker
6. Send RD invitations.
7. 2nd trials of hair and makeup & schedule wedding-day beauty appointments.
8. Finish and print ceremony programs
9. Get marriage license
10. Pick up wedding rings
11. Wrap all gifts for the wedding party and write each attendant a card.
12. Confirm wedding-night and honeymoon reservations.
13. Paperwork for official documents to change name.
14. Work out wedding day timing and details and draw up a schedule.
15. Call or email wedding party to relay critical info related to rehearsal and wedding (dates, times, directions, duties)
16. Make OOT bags (include day-of schedule)
17. Finalize readings or other ceremony details with officiant.
18. Get a head start on those thank-you notes (it will feel great to get a batch out before the wedding).
19. Plan a party or go out for cocktails to thank your attendants for all their help.
20. Expect final RSVPs & Call guests who haven't RSVP'd (wedding and RD)
21. Plan receiving line
22. Determine any wedding day assignments for members of the wedding party and make lists/info sheets as needed.
23. Give final head count to the GWM. Confirm set-up instructions and menu items.
24. Make seating plan
25. Make place cards


OCTOBER
1. Finalize seating chart
2. Bring Place Cards, Photos, and other reception items to GWM (1 week before)
3. Confirm with Officiant
4. Confim with Florist: delivery locations, times, and final arrangement count.
5. Confim with Photographer / Videographer: location, date, and time with photographer and give them a 'must-take' photo list.
6. Confim with DJ and ceremony musicians: Confirm date, location, time, and playlist
7. Designate who will meet, greet, and handle each vendor on the wedding day.
8. Grooms: Pick up your tux and try it on (don't wait 'til the day of to do this).
9. Shop and pack for honeymoon.
10. Grooms: Get your final haircut.
11. Prepare your toasts or thanks to friends and family.
12. Plan any additional night-before activities with friends and/or attendants.
13. Fax transportation providers a schedule and addresses for pickups on wedding day.
14. Distribute wedding-day directions, schedule, and contact list to all parents, attendants, and vendors.
15. Put together an overnight bag for your wedding night (toothbrush, sexy lingerie, etc.) and designate someone to deliver it to the hotel for you.
16. Leave a copy of your honeymoon itinerary with someone in case of emergency.
17. Put final payments and cash tips in marked envelopes and give to a designated family or friend to distribute on the wedding day.
18. Get a manicure and pedicure and confirm big-day beauty appointments.
19. Designate someone to collect the wedding gifts (and any cash) brought to the party.

Day Before (OCTOBER 08, 2005)
1.Pull together wedding gown, veil, shoes, stockings, and a last-minute emergency kit (aspirin, makeup, safety pins, mints, etc.).
2. Rehearse the ceremony with officiant and wedding party.
3. Confirm all specific honeymoon travel plans (including transportation to airport, etc.).


Day Of (OCTOBER 09, 2005)
1. Have a massage in the morning.
2. Confirm with people who you expect to give/lead toasts at the reception.
3. Set aside a private moment together to exchange gifts and a sweet congratulatory kiss (or two).
4. Take a moment to thank your parents and tell them you love them -- this is a sweet but sad day for them.

Done:
church
reception hall
gown ordered
wedding bands
limo
photo
DJ
pre-cana
invites
STD (but still need to be sent)

Still need to do:
order BM dresses
tuxes
BP gifts
book HM
florist
programs
favors
Ugh..... overwhelming. Why can't I win Lotto!

Things I have left:
Tuxes
Rings
Gifts for BP and parents
headpiece (already have my veils)
Go for hair trial once I have headpiece
makeup trial
pick favors (down to 3 ideas)

Last minute stuff to do at end of summer:
OOT bags
Petal cones
Votive Place Cards
RD Invites
Programs

ETA - put together slipper basket, and pick cake and find cake topper