The 10-Minute Cheat Sheet
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2The 10-Minute Cheat Sheet
Books aren’t for everyone—just ask any Hollywood studio executive. That’s why
we’re giving you the literary equivalent of the carpool lane. You’ll miss out on the
wit, humor, and insight that reading this entire guide offers (plus there’s free money
hidden within), but on the flip-side, you’ll have way more time for push-ups. You’re
getting into wedding shape, right?
General Planning
HAVE AN OPINION
If you don’t want to use your own ideas and opinions to help
DO (AT LEAST) THESE 10 THINGS
plan, someone else will make those decisions for you. The result?
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Often, regret and disappointment.
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Find and book an officiant, DJ/band, caterer,
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baker, florist, and photographer
GUEST LISTS SUCK—DO THIS
Make a guest list and seating chart
Stand your ground. Make a list that ensures you’ll be able to
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Reserve hotel rooms for your wedding night,
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visually
and for guests
identify every guest, and be happy to see them.
Rent your tuxedo or suit, and choose groomsmen
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attire
THE 3 BIGGEST QUESTIONS TO ASK ANY VENDOR
Buy your partner a gift, pick up wedding rings,
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How many weddings have you done?
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and get groomsmen gifts
How do deposits and payments work?
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Attend and survive your bachelor party
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What happens if you are sick or unable to work
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Book and pack for honeymoon
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the day of my wedding?
Write your vows and a toast for the reception
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Get a haircut and try on your suit
Ceremony
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CHOOSE YOUR BEST MAN AND
DON’T BRING YOUR PHONE
GROOMSMEN
Live in the moment and let your guests, and your expensive pho-
Narrow your selection to five guys
tographer, take photos.
who have been like brothers, if
not your actual brothers. Come to
ON CHOOSING AN OFFICIANT
think of it, include your brothers
Choose a legally qualified, eloquent, entertaining person with
if you have any. Be sure your best
whom you connect—and, if desired, who represents your chosen
man is trustworthy and responsi-
religion.
ble—he’s got a lot to handle.
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