C H I C A G O W E D D I N G & P A R T Y R E S O U R C E
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W E D D I N G P L A N N E R
Couples often decide to cut this expense, but coordinators let you enjoy your day by keeping drama at bay.
Ask a friend or family member to arrange wedding gifts
that may be brought to the cermony and/or reception
site, and to then transport them to your home.
Contact any guests that did not respond to your invita-
tion.
1 Week before your wedding:
Inform your caterer of the final guest count.
Make final seating changes to your seating charts and
make sure there is a placecard for everyone.
Wear your wedding shoes at home everyday to make
sure they are comfortable on your wedding day.
Pick up your dress.
Host your attendants’ luncheon or party.
Finalize your honeymoon packing.
Prepare a schedule for the entire day and evening of the
party and make plenty of copies for others.
Make a list of all items you need to take to the party.
Make up a basket of personal items for the ladies wash-
room in case your guests need anything on the day of
your wedding: breathmints, dental floss, safety pins, a
small sewing kit, hairspray, mouth wash, sanitary items,
aspirin, hand cream, antacid, and any other small items
needed in case of an emergency. Also put something
together for the men’s room: a shoe shine towel, antacid,
aspirin, safety pins, mouthwash with small paper cups,
dental floss, breathmints, and any other items that will
assure their comfort and convenience.
Have final consultations with all vendors
Prepare checks and tips for vendors, place in envelopes
for the day of the party.
Delivery all items to the planner or caterer that need to
be in place at the reception (bathroom kits, napkins,
matches, etc.).
The Day before your wedding:
Pack everything you need for the next day.
Lay out your clothes and accessories for the big day.
Relax, is the order of the day, enjoy a massage, a mani-
cure and pedicure.
Attend the rehearsal and dinner- and remember to have
fun!
Turn in early to get a good night’s sleep!
Your Wedding Day:
Make time to eat!
Allow plenty of time to have your hair and make-up
done.
Allow time for any photos before the ceremony.
Make time to have a nice chat with your parents before
the ceremony.
Dress for your wedding. If you are able to dress at the
ceremony site do so, but be sure to give yourself plenty
of time. This is a day you don’t want to rush.
Relax, and remember: This is your special day, the result
of your careful planning. Take a deep breath and savor
every moment. Refuse to let any glitches get to you. Let
your joy and happiness shine through.
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