*Announce your engagement in local newspapers.
*Decide on your atmosphere, theme, colors, budget, size.
*Arrange ceremony location/date with clergy or Justice of the Peace.
*Book your reception hall.
*Choose your caterer if necessary
*Choose your wedding party.
*Compile guest lists and addresses.
*Select formalwear: Gown, Veil, shoes, nylons, jewelry, etc. Tuxes, accessories
*Register for wedding gifts.
*Choose your photographer.
*Choose your videographer.
*Choose your cake.
*Choose musicians/soloist for ceremony
*Choose bands and/or DJ for reception
*Choose florist
*Schedule rentals such as tents, arbors etc.
*Sign up for dance lessons.
*Send deposits in to all vendors - keep good records.