WEDDING PLANNING TIMELINES Your Wedding Attire Timeline Know when to shop and order your wedding dress, bridesmaid dresses, suits, and tuxedos with recommended timelines for every part of your wedding party. Wedding Dress ↓ Bridesmaid Dresses ↓ Suit Buying ↓ Suit Rentals ↓ FOR THE BRIDE When should you start wedding dress shopping? We recommend ordering your wedding dress 6 to 12 months before your wedding. Most gowns take about 16 to 24 weeks to arrive from the designer, which leaves time for alterations and all those finishing touches. Book a Bridal Appointment Shop Wedding Dresses 9–12+ months out Start shopping for your dress Book your bridal appointment and start trying on favorites. Shopping early gives you the most flexibility with designers, styles, and order timelines. 6–9 months out Say yes & place your order Once you’ve found your dress, it’s time to order. Most bridal gowns take about 16 to 24 weeks to arrive from the designer. 2–3 months out Start your alterations Schedule your fittings ahead of time so there’s no rushing to adjust the fit, length, and other details before the wedding. Final weeks Bring it all together Complete your final fitting and try everything together, including your shoes, veil, jewelry, and other accessories. Have a shorter timeline? Shop the Wedding Dress Sample Sale Find wedding dresses available off the rack and take it home with you that day! A great option for shorter wedding timelines. Shop Sample Sale FOR THE WEDDING PARTY When should you shop for bridesmaid dresses? We recommend shopping for and ordering bridesmaid dresses about 4 to 6 months before the wedding. Planning ahead gives your group time to try on styles together, place orders, and make any alterations before the big day. Book Bridesmaid Appointment Shop Bridesmaids 9–12+ months out Start exploring your look Browse colors and styles to get a feel for what you love. Save favorites and order swatches if you want to compare colors and fabrics before visiting the store. 6–9 months out Plan your appointment Gather your group, save a little inspiration, and book a time to shop together. You do not need to have every color or style decided before you come in. 4–6 months out Try on, choose & order Try different colors, fabrics, and silhouettes in store. Once you find the look that works for your group, place your dress orders during your appointment. 2–3 months out Finish the wedding party look Once dresses arrive, check the fit and plan any alterations. Then finalize shoes, jewelry, suits, ties, and the other details that bring the whole look together. HAVE A SHORTER TIMELINE? Look for ready-to-ship styles Getting a later start? Ready-to-ship bridesmaid dresses can help you find options without the standard made-to-order production timeline. Shop Bridesmaid Dresses SUITS + TUXEDOS When should you plan wedding suits & tuxedos? Whether you plan to buy or rent, starting a few months ahead gives your wedding party time to choose a look, coordinate colors, confirm sizing, and get everything ready for the wedding. Shop Wedding Suits Explore Suit Rentals BUYING A SUIT Wedding Suit Purchase Timeline 6+ months out Start with your colors Compare suit colors with bridesmaid dresses and your wedding palette to find the look that works for your group. 3–4 months out Get sized & order Have everyone confirm their sizing and place their suit orders with plenty of time for delivery and exchanges. 1–2 months out Check the fit Once suits arrive, have everyone try them on and take care of exchanges or minor tailoring if needed. Final weeks Finish the look Make sure ties, shirts, shoes, belts, and other accessories are ready for the wedding. WHICH OPTION IS RIGHT FOR YOU? Buy or rent? Compare Your Options → 01 KEEP IT Buy a Suit → 02 RETURN IT Rent a Suit → RENTING A SUIT Suit Rental Timeline As soon as you know your date Choose your look Explore suit and tuxedo styles, coordinate colors, and get your rental group started. In the months before Get everyone sized Have everyone complete their sizing and rental order. The groom or wedding couple can also use a free 3-day Home Try-On. Around 14 days before Try on your rental Rentals aim to arrive about 14 days before the event. Try everything on right away so there is time to address any fit issues. Within 3 days after Return your rental Place your rental items in the prepaid return bag and drop them off with the designated carrier within 3 days. Planning with less time? Rentals may still be an option. If your wedding is less than 60 days away, Generation Tux can help guide you through the process. Orders fewer than 16 days before the event require additional assistance.
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