As the date for the wedding moves closer, couples should begin narrowing
down final details. These include finalizing guest lists, ordering invitations,
gift registry, planning honeymoon, and applying for a marriage license. On
average, wedding invitations are sent two months before the wedding. This
allows ample time for knowing who will or will not be attending. If would be
wise for couples to register their gifts prior to sending out invitations. Many
couples are including small cards with invitations informing guests of their
registry location. The final step in planning a wedding is receiving a marriage
license from the city's County
Clerk's
Office. Marriage licenses must be applied for no more than thirty days prior to
the ceremony.