Planning a wedding is a thrilling yet challenging endeavor. From selecting the perfect venue to ensuring your skin glows on your big day, there are numerous details to consider. Here’s a comprehensive checklist to help you navigate the essential steps to prepare for your wedding day.
Selecting the Venue
Your wedding venue sets the tone for the entire event. Start by determining the style and atmosphere you envision. Whether it’s a classic ballroom, a rustic barn, or a beachfront ceremony, make sure it aligns with your overall vision.
Invitations and Guest List
Crafting your guest list and sending out invitations requires careful planning.
Bridal Dress and Attire
Selecting your wedding dress is one of the most exciting parts of wedding planning.
Start Early: Begin shopping for your dress at least nine to twelve months before the wedding.
Research Styles: Look through bridal magazines and websites to find styles you like.
Book Appointments: Schedule fittings at bridal boutiques. Bring trusted friends or family members for feedback.
Alterations: Allow time for necessary alterations. Schedule your final fitting close to the wedding date to ensure the perfect fit.
Destination Wedding Planning
If you’re planning a destination wedding, there are additional factors to consider.
Research Locations: Choose a location that holds special meaning for you and your partner.
Consider the Weather: Research the climate and weather patterns for your chosen date.
Guest Accommodations: Ensure there are ample lodging options for your guests. Provide information on travel arrangements and local attractions.
Skin Care and Beauty Regimen
Every bride dreams of having flawless skin on her wedding day. For New York-based brides, the Shafer Clinic is the go-to place for achieving a radiant complexion. Edyta, the clinic’s renowned esthetician, has garnered a reputation for preparing celebrities for big awards and celebrations in Hollywood. She brings the same level of expertise and care to brides-to-be, ensuring their skin is in the best possible condition. Having worked with Hollywood celebrities, Edyta brings the same level of care and precision to her bridal clients. Her expertise ensures that your skin will look radiant under any lighting, from natural daylight to photography flashes.
SAY YES!
10-18 Months Prior
• Select date and venue
• Hire wedding planner
• Hire high-priority vendors
9-10 Months Prior
• Find wedding dress
• Send save-the-dates
• Complete wedding registry
6-9 Months Prior
• Choose wedding party attire
• Meet with your officiant
• Order your wedding cake
• Book your rehearsal dinner venue
4-6 Months Prior
• Send formal invitations
• Order favors and wedding party gifts
3-4 Months Prior
2-3 Months Prior
• Start dress alterations
• Hair and makeup trial
• Catering and bar tasting
• Apply for marriage license
• Compile RSVPs and arrange seating
• Confirm all vendors
2 Weeks-1 Month Prior
1 Week Prior-WEDDING DAY!
• Travel and relaxation time!
• Wedding rehearsal
• Say “I do!”
• Organize final payments
• Submit final guest counts
SAY I DO!
WEDDING BEAUTY PLANNING
Countdown To The BIg Day
Engagement
9-12 Months
• Laser Hair Removal
• CoolSculpting ® Elite
• Radiesse BBL ™
• At-home Skincare Regimen
Wedding Beauty Planning BIg Day
6-9 Months
• Microneedling/Morpheus8, Chemical Peels or IPL
• EmSculpt Neo or
Cryo Slimming
4 Months
• Wrinkle Relaxer Treatment
2-3 Months
• Lip filler
• Facial fillers
4-6 Weeks
Start weekly
• DiamondGlow, Cryofacial or Hydrafacial
• Wrinkle Relaxer Treatment
(after facial treatment)
Wedding Day… Yay!
IT’S SO SOON!
3-5 Days
• Dermaplaning
• DiamondGlow, Cryofacial, Hydrafacia or mild facial
Why Choose Shafer Clinic and Edyta?
Personalized Treatment Plans: Edyta understands that every bride’s skin is unique. She creates customized skincare regimens tailored to your specific needs, addressing issues such as dryness, acne, and uneven skin tone.
Cutting-Edge Treatments: The Shafer Clinic offers advanced skincare treatments, including chemical peels, microdermabrasion, and LED light therapy. These treatments help rejuvenate your skin, giving it a youthful glow.
Stress Reduction: Wedding planning can be stressful, and stress often shows on your skin. Edyta’s treatments are designed not only to improve your skin’s appearance but also to provide a relaxing experience, reducing signs of stress and fatigue.
Steps to Glowing Skin:
Consultation: Schedule a consultation with Edyta six months before your wedding. She will assess your skin and recommend a treatment plan.
Hydration and Diet: Drink plenty of water and maintain a healthy diet rich in antioxidants. These steps are crucial for maintaining your skin’s health.
Stress Management: Incorporate stress-reducing activities into your routine, such as yoga or meditation. Your skin reflects your overall well-being.
Preparation for the Big Day: Proper skin preparation before a wedding is essential for achieving a radiant and flawless complexion on the big day. Edyta tailors her approach to each bride, customizing treatments based on individual skin needs. For Eliana, Edyta employed a series of advanced procedures to ensure her skin looked glorious. This included diamond microdermabrasion for deep exfoliation, followed by Edyta’s signature LIFT, SCULPT & SLAP facial massage method to enhance blood circulation and skin tone. The Cavitation Peeling with LED Light Therapy system was used to clear congested pores and exfoliate dead skin cells, revealing a cleaner and healthier complexion. High-pressure oxygen infusion delivered potent serums deep into the skin, while ultrasound therapy with full spectrum LED lights tightened the skin. Microcurrent therapy provided an additional lift, and the CooLifting cryogenic contour machine infused cool CO2 gas and a specialized hyaluronate solution for firming and hydration. Finally, LED Light Therapy combined with Negative Ionized Oxygen was used to maximize skin rejuvenation. These meticulous steps ensured Eliana’s skin was in perfect condition for her special day.
With this comprehensive checklist, you’ll be well-prepared for your wedding day. By focusing on each detail, from the venue to your skincare routine, you can ensure that your big day is everything you’ve dreamed of and more. For New York-based brides, Edyta at the Shafer Clinic is the secret to achieving flawless, stress-free skin, leaving you radiant and ready to walk down the aisle.
Words by our Beauty Editor – Monica Bertolucci
