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20 Groom Tasks

20 ways to get your groom involved in the planning process—from setting a budget to selecting a song.

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Think the actual planning part of the wedding is all up to you? Think again! Here are 20 easy and fun tasks you can designate as groom duties.

1. Purchase the bride’s engagement ring.

2. Work out a wedding budget.

3. Help decide how many guests to invite.

4. Give input on the style of wedding and reception you would like to have.

5. Choose your best man and ushers.

6. Book an appointment with your formalwear representative.

7. Choose boutonniere styles for the men in your wedding party.

8. Shop for thank-you gifts for all your attendants. Consider gifts that make a personal statement.

9. Plan your rehearsal dinner.

10. Discuss honeymoon plans and set a budget.

11. Help decide what type of bridal registries you would both like to use.

12. Arrange accommodations for out-of-town guests.

13. Organize a wine tasting to choose a special wine for your reception.

14. Compose a special toast.

15. Make a list of love songs to discuss as first-dance options.

16. Help decide seating arrangements for guests at the reception.

17. Plan some personal time for the two of you during the last, stressful stages of the wedding planning. Treat yourselves to a quiet dinner for two at an intimate restaurant and promise not to talk about wedding plans.

18. Order a bouquet of flowers, a special bottle of wine, etc., to be delivered to the bridal suite for a romantic welcome after the reception.

19. Plan a special wedding-day breakfast with your parents, your best man and ushers.

20. Relax and enjoy the big day!

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