The Ultimate Wedding Checklist for the Groom-To-Be

Who said weddings are only a girl’s affair? True, they are probably more excited about the wedding planning than most guys, but there are still a number of chores that the guys have to take care of. Yes, there is more to their list that needs ticking off than just showing up dressed in a tuxedo and drinking at the on-site bar.

From hiring Dulles Limo Service to showing up on the day of your wedding, we have got it all covered in this list.

6 months before the wedding:

Decide money matters with your and fiancé’s parents
Decide how many ushers your need and pick a best man
Start organizing guests lists
Discuss the ceremony with an officiant

3 months before the wedding:

Start shopping for wedding attire
Hire a charter bus for your side of the family. If the rental company has run out of them on your wedding weekend, hire a DC Car Service instead.
Book tickets for your honeymoon after you decide on a destination
Go shopping for the wedding bands with your fiancé.
Place an order for boutonnieres and corsages for the men and ladies in your family.
Pay for your bride’s bouquet

5-7 weeks before the wedding:

Plan the rehearsal dinner and its arrangements
Go gift shopping for the best man, clergy, usher etc.
Pick up the wedding bands from the jeweler

2 weeks before the wedding:

Go and get a marriage license with your fiancé
Arrange for a tour bus DC so that your out-of-tower guests can enjoy bus tours in Washington DC and see the city.
Remind your best man to book your getaway ride