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7 Brides Tuesday, January 11, 2011 The ABCs of wedding planning Specializing in Cakes and Pastries for any occasion. Cupid arrived on the scene a few years ago and now you and your loved one have decided to unite your destinies. However, where to start..? Here are the ABCs of the essentials to help you plan your big day. Remember, a ceremony as important as a wedding requires 12 to 18 months of preparation. The first thing to do is decide on a date and then organize a meeting between the two families. Establish a budget, the guest list and who you want as witnesses. Decide where you would like to hold the reception and find a place for the ceremony itself. During a meeting with the celebrant you will be able to find out which documents will be required. Start shopping for the bridal gown, tuxedo and accessories for both the bride and groom six to ten months before the big day. Think about hiring caterers and draw up a menu with them (remember the cake!) Don't forget to hire an entertainer and a disc jockey or orchestra to create a festive atmosphere. Choose your wedding bands, consider flowers, car rental, a hotel room, reserve your honeymoon and make sure you have valid passports! Time flies! Only three months before the big leap. Have you thought about sending out the invitations? Or how about gifts for the guests; the bridal bouquet; the master of ceremonies; speeches; hair, nail and make-up appointments... the marriage contract?! Visit my booth at the "Ever After Wedding Show" 103 Main St. South, Georgetown 905-873-6569 www.heathersbakery.onlife.ca info@heathersbakery.ca Providing luxury limousines for all your special occasions. Large Fleet of sedans · Limo Vans · SUV's · Stretch Limos HEATHER BROWNRIDGE www.airliftlimo.com Rhiannon & Henry music for wedding ceremonies & other special occasions Toll Free: 1-800-368-LIFT (5438) 905-707-6611 - Toronto North 905-624-LIFT (5438) - Toronto West 416-222-2525 - Toronto East 905-873-0243 jpcarter@cogeco.ca ALL PHOTOS: BANANASTOCK / THINKSTOCK Tying the knot! Serving the Halton Area as Wedding Photographer since 1970. For all your photographic needs call us at Georgetown Market Place 905-877-0105 www.vanderburghflowers.net Only one week left: Pack your suitcases, check the seating arrangements with the person in charge, review the small details and, the night before, go to bed early so that you'll be brighteyed and bushy-tailed for your big day. 905-877-2322