The week of your wedding checklist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The week before your wedding, your goal is to make sure everything you\u2019ve spent months planning is ready and set for the big day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Source: Wedding <\/em>cocktail napkin<\/em><\/a> via VistaPrint<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Confirm all hair and makeup appointments for you and the wedding party. Explain the day-of timelines and go over what you will need from them on the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The wedding party should try on their outfits so that if any last-minute alterations are needed, you have the time to do it before the wedding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Confirm all day-of transportation schedules, like shuttle buses to and from the reception, as well as how you and the wedding party will get to the venue on the day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Check in with caterers about any last-minute changes. Let them know if any late dietary requirements or meal preferences have come through. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Get beauty treatments like a haircut, manicure or pedicure you need to look fresh at the wedding a few days before. This means you\u2019ll have that just-out-the-salon look without the rush and the risk of a bad blow dry or the wrong shade of pink you won\u2019t have time to change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Talk to your wedding party, coordinator and officiant about the day-of timeline. This is where you make sure everybody is on the same page about the rehearsal and wedding day schedules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Go over the shot list with the photographer and answer any questions they have. This is your chance to make any last-minute changes or requests, like who will be included in the close friends and family shot. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Confirm your playlist with the DJ or band. If you haven\u2019t already, give them your must-play songs and \u201cdo not play\u201d list if you have one. You can also discuss details like any vibe changes and whether guests can request songs during the reception.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Make any final vendor payments within the week before your wedding. Some vendor contracts stipulate that you pay them after services are rendered, and if this is the case, set their payments aside to make sure they get paid at your wedding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Take one last look through all your printed day-of essentials and signage<\/a>, like menu cards<\/a>, programs and<\/a> seating plans<\/a>, to catch any typos. Do this with enough time to order reprints if needs be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Source: Wedding <\/em>menu card<\/em><\/a> via VistaPrint<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Two to three days before your wedding, it\u2019s crunch time. Here\u2019s your last-minute wedding checklist for these last couple of days. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Drop off your rehearsal dinner stationery like cocktail napkins and<\/a> menu cards<\/a> at the venue. If you can, you may also want to set it up so you\u2019re ready ahead of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Source: Wedding <\/em>cocktail napkin<\/em><\/a> via VistaPrint<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Break in your wedding shoes by wearing and walking in them around the house. The last thing you want on your wedding day is uncomfortable shoes\u2026so take some time now to wear them in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019re giving gifts to the wedding party or wedding favors to your guests, prep them now. Organize them, add custom ribbons<\/a> or tags and have them ready to go. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you haven\u2019t gotten your marriage license yet, now is the time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019re leaving for your honeymoon directly from the wedding venue, pack your bags now. Add Mr & Mrs personalized luggage tags<\/a> and have your bags sent to where you\u2019ll be staying. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Make sure your wedding party knows when to get to the venue and anything else they need to know before the big day, like who will look after the rings and who will be on guest book duty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Make sure any outstanding vendor payments are in envelopes and ready to be handed over after the wedding. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Finally, practice your vows and any speeches you\u2019ll be giving. This is your chance to make last-minute changes and learn it off by heart, making sure there\u2019s not a dry eye in the house! Encourage anyone else who\u2019ll be giving speeches to practice too \u2014 you could even offer to practice together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The day before your wedding, plan to be putting the finishing touches on the reception and wedding ceremony essentials<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Bring all ceremony and reception day-of essentials and signage<\/a>, like programs<\/a>, welcome signs<\/a> and menu cards<\/a> to the venue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Source: <\/em>Welcome sign<\/em><\/a> via VistaPrint<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Pack your wedding day bag with day-of essentials like a phone charger and breath mints. Don\u2019t forget your regular bag items either, like your phone and wallet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Stray hairs, loose threads and dry mouths can be a big deal on the big day. Pack a bag that\u2019s got anything you might need in these emergencies, like: <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019re not going home after your wedding, pack an overnight bag with everything you\u2019ll need like your toothbrush, eye mask and pajamas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s wise to bring backup clothes for bridesmaids and groomsmen, like underwear, shirts and socks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Walk through the venue and double-check that all your wedding signage<\/a> is where you\u2019d like it to be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Have a member of the wedding party set up a guest book<\/a> at the reception in a spot that guests can find easily. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Source: Wedding <\/em>guest book<\/em><\/a> via VistaPrint<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Gather all your legal documents, like your marriage license, and passports if you\u2019re heading straight to your honeymoon, and keep them handy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Get in touch with your reception venue or catering company to make sure the cake has been delivered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Iron or steam any clothing that needs it. Don\u2019t forget to bring a handheld steamer to the venue where you\u2019ll be getting ready\u2026items like this can be last-minute lifesavers!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Rehearse your wedding with members of the wedding party. Tomorrow is the big day!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Source: <\/em>Wedding programs<\/em><\/a> via VistaPrint<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Your wedding day is finally here! There are a few final tasks to complete, but remember, your top priority is to enjoy this special day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Before the ceremony begins, ask a member of the wedding party to put out all the day-of stationery<\/a> like ceremony programs<\/a>, place cards<\/a> and programs<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"wedding](\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vistaprint\/images\/w_1024,h_1024,c_fill,g_auto\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1729769695\/ideas-and-advice-prod\/blogadmin\/cocktail-napkin\/cocktail-napkin.jpg?_i=AA\")
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Confirm hair and makeup appointments<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Do final wardrobe checks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Confirm transportation details<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Caterer check in<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Get a haircut<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Communicate the day-of schedule<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Confirm the shot list<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Confirm the playlist<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Make any outstanding payments<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Review printed items <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\n2-3 days before your wedding checklist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
You\u2019ll need:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Bring rehearsal dinner stationery to the venue<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nBreak in your wedding shoes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Prepare wedding favors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Get your marriage license<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Pack for your honeymoon<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Check in with the wedding party<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Set vendor payments aside<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Practice vows and speeches<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The day before your wedding checklist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
You\u2019ll need:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Drop off stationery and signage at the venue<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nPack a wedding day bag<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Pack an emergency bag<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Pack an overnight bag<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Pack spare clothes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Position signage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Set up the guest book<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nHave documents ready<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Deliver the cake to the venue<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Iron\/steam clothing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Wedding rehearsal<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe day of your wedding checklist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
You\u2019ll need:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Put out wedding stationery<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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