Timeline Arranging Your Attendants, Bridal Party & Ushers
Attendants - Bridal Party - Ushers etc.
12-18 Months Choose Maid of Honor and Bridesmaids Choose Best Man, Attendants and Ushers
6-12 Months Choose Flower girl and ring bearer.
3 Months Arrange lodging for out-of-town wedding attendants. Choose a guest book attendant.
2 Months Meet with ushers to decide duties during the ceremony.
1 Month Check wedding party apparel. Confirm date and time of rehearsal. Notify wedding party and family of rehearsal.
2 Weeks Thank your attendants by having a cocktail party or going out for dinner and drinks.
1 Week Gift-wrap presents for attendants and include personal thank you cards. Give gifts to attendants at rehearsal. If you're planning on candles, be sure to appoint someone to light them. Remind the bridal party of the rehearsal date, time, and place. Review wedding day checklist with the maid of honor and best man. You should have the wedding rings and made sure they fit.