Two to Four Months Prior Purchase wedding bands and have engraved if desiredOrder favors and gifts. Purchase cake knives, toasting crystals and other accessoriesMail out-of-town invitationsreserve wedding day beauty appointments for bride and attendantsSelect wedding readingsConfirm menu selection and/or bar with catererBook specialty services, including photo booth, ice sculptures, rentals, Second Line, etc.Continue writing thank you notes for previous bridal parties, couple showers, etc. Print Test MORE PLANNING CHECKLISTS! Nine to Fifteen Months Prior Six to Nine Months Prior Four to Six Months Prior Four to Six Weeks Prior Two Weeks Prior One Week Before to Wedding Day Download our full Wedding Planner guide here!