Six to 10 Months Before:
Determine the type of wedding you want
Select a wedding date and time
Check with your commander to determine pre-marital requirements
Reserve a date and time for the wedding ceremony and reception
Set a tentative budget
Compile guest list
Pay reservation deposit


Four to Six Months Before:
Color Scheme
Choose reception music
Choose your wedding dress and headpiece
Select Hair and Make up Artist
Book accommodations for out-of-town guests


Three to Four Months Before:
Order Invitation
Complete Guest list
Address invitation and mail
Plan menu tasting
Visit your Hair and Make-up artist
Select your photographer/videographer
Select and book your Master of Ceremony


Two to One Months Before:
Finalize menu
Finalize Reception color scheme
Finalize Reception Decoration


One Month Before:
Meet and Finalize Reception Program
Determine gift for parents
Make-up rehearsal
Finalize bouquet


Two Weeks Before:
Contact non-responding guests
Pick-up wedding rings
Meet and finalize details with photographer and videographer
Plan seating arrangements
Place cards and Menu Cards
Call your receptionist, ushers, best man and bride's maid
Finalize and review details and reception program with catering office
Finalize transportation, cake, floral details
Check accommodations


Three Days Before the Wedding:
Reception rehearsal
Provide guest list
Provide menu card, place card, seating arrangements
Facial and Hand Care