6 months   2 to 3 months   1 month   2 weeks   1 week   the day before on the day Invitations & Service Sheets Arrange to visit printers and choose your style of invitations. If you wish to have the invitations designed, start planning now. Plan place cards, seating cards, menus, service sheets and favours. Place your order for invitations and stationary. Wedding night If you plan to stay in a local hotel for your wedding night now is the time to make your choice and book the room.   Grooms & going away outfits Purchase or reserve the groom's outfit. Arrange the hire of the best man's and other male members of the bridal parties outfits. Ceremony If you are marrying in a church or synagogue, arrange to see the minister about the service, music and readings. If you are getting married in a civil venue, discuss music and readings with the registrar. Wedding Gift List Make your lists and register with your chosen outlets.       Attendants gifts Choose thank you gifts for your attendants and best man.   Wedding cake Choose the style of cake and place your order.   Wedding Rings Order or purchase wedding rings.         Name Changes If you are changing your name, allow time for a new passport to arrive Notify your bank or building society.. Honeymoon clothes Buy any clothes for your honeymoon.     Transport Arrange any necessary transportation. Photography © Tim Winter