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Book SynopsisYour big day is on the way!On your wedding day, you want to look your absolute best in even the most revealing of wedding gowns. Are you ready to bare your shoulders, back, and arms with a strapless, backless wonder? And don''t forget the honeymoon bikini!Together with personal trainer RoseMarie Alfieri, James Villepigue and Hugo Rivera--the experts who started the body sculpting phenomenon--have designed a series of unique workouts that will get you in your best shape in as little as four weeks. Whether you''ve booked a cathedral or plan to elope to Vegas, they have the perfect workout for you.The Body Sculpting Bible for Brides includes:· Exercises to tone and shape your arms and shoulders· Stretching and breathing exercises to relieve those wedding day jitters· Four, eight, and twelve-week programs to fit any schedule· Tips to revitalize your energy levels and improve your posture· Plus, nutritional tips, meal schedules, motivational hints, workout plans, and more!From dumbbells to wedding bells, brides everywhere will be saying 'I do' to The Body Sculpting Bible for Brides.

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Book SynopsisWisdom of over a hundred notable authors, performers and celebrities on the key marriage themes of love, support and partnership. Your wedding day is a once-in-a-lifetime experience full of precious memories made not just from the day, but in each moment leading up to and immediately after the event as well. Celebrate Love captures this spirit in a small and beautiful package, with over 200 quotes about the enduring nature of love, the thrill of new adventures, the meaning of partnership, the joy of celebration, and the bond of family. An affordable and meaningful gift, this inspirational title makes a thoughtful present for a new bride or groom, bridesmaids and groomsmen, as well as wedding guests. Simple and accessible, Celebrate Love features the wisdom of over a hundred notable authors, performers and celebrities on the key marriage themes of love, support and partnership.

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Book SynopsisThe secret to planning a deeply personal, meaningful wedding has nothing to do with budget—it’s about finding unique, beautiful ways to express who you are as a couple. Modern Wedding is filled with hundreds of gorgeous photos for couples to look at and say, This feels like us, plus detailed information on every aspect of the big day—from stationery to catering, the dress to the ceremony—with timelines, resources, and creative ideas for how to make your day uniquely yours.Trade Review“I always tell brides to follow their instincts. Women look their best when they feel comfortable and beautiful. Modern Wedding is a thoughtful guide to creating a celebration that is true to who you are.” —Monique Lhuillier “In the end, the best celebrations are the ones full of love and authenticity. Modern Wedding is the answer for any couple looking to create a heartfelt wedding that highlights their style.” —Sunna Yassin, co-owner/creative director of Bash Please

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Book SynopsisUnenthused by a white wedding gown and bored by the hoopla of the Hollywood-style reception, Ariel Meadow Stallings found herself absolutely exhausted by--and horribly distanced from--the nuances of traditional nuptials. So, she chose the aisle less-traveled for her own wedding day.In this newly updated edition of Offbeat Bride, Stallings humorously recounts the story of the original offbeat wedding--hers--and shares anecdotes and advice from dozens of other nontraditional couples. She provides plenty of insider tips for avoiding extra costs and cumbersome obligations, along with a clever planner to help you create your own special day. Both practical and enjoyable, Offbeat Bride validates choosing the funky, different, and offbeat over the traditional, and leads couples through the planning process--from unique ideas on how to announce the engagement all the way to answering the question, "So, how's married life?" Stallings is the ultimate guide to the alternative wedding of your dreams, encouraging every bride and groom to create their own distinctive celebrations of partnership and love.

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Book Synopsis"Wedding Dogs" captures man's best friend at 75 weddings-dogs as the best man, maid of honor, ring bearer, or another member of the wedding party! Decked out in little doggy tuxedos or sporting a wreath of roses around their necks, these pooches share in the wedding couple's big day. Each photograph is accompanied by a brief essay telling the dog's (and the couple's) story. A perfect wedding, bridal shower, or groom's gift, "Wedding Dogs" shares the joy of the moment when dogs join in the celebration of their owners' most special day.Trade Review“Featuring dozens of photos depicting newlyweds and their favorite canine companions, this delightful book is a joy to have and to hold.”—Dish Magazine“…a compilation of THE cutest doggie moments snapped at weddings…”—Cosmopolitan.com “…will speak to anyone who has ever known the joy of raising a beloved pet.”—Inside Weddings“Because, let’s be honest, your dog might actually love you more than your toddler nephew does: Shouldn’t Fido be the one in the wedding? Check out amazing photos of canine partiers in Wedding Dogs: A Celebration of Holy Muttrimony.”—Redbook

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Book SynopsisThe latest instalment in the bestselling STUFF series helps grooms get ready for the biggest day of their lives. The best-selling Stuff series is back with Stuff Every Groom Should Know, the last little black book a husband-to-be will ever need. From overcoming proposal jitters to planning the ultimate bachelor party to melting cold feet, this pocket-sized manual is packed with tips to get smoothly from yes! to I do. Plus lists, dos-and-don'ts, and reference charts that make this stylish handbook the perfect gift for guys about to tie the knot. Series Overview: Little Books, Lots of Stuff! It all began with the publication of Jokes Every Man Should Know in April 2009. With a sleek, sophisticated take on the classic joke book, Jokes Every Man Should Know has sold over 80,000 copies and is still going strong. Not only that, but it has spawned a whole new series of titles at Quirk, all in the same hardcover package and at the impulse price point of GBP7.99Trade Review“The perfect engagement present for any couple getting ready to take the plunge.”—Philadelphia Weekly

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Book SynopsisWedding planning doesn't have to be stressful! From budgeting to bachelorette parties to writing your own vows, this pocket-sized manual is packed with tips to plan, execute, and enjoy the perfect engagement and wedding. It's a personal wedding planner you can carry in your pocketthe perfect engagement present or planning handbook for any soon-to-be bride.Trade Review“This reference guide is a one-stop-shop for everything you're currently frantically Googling.”—Cosmopolitan“The perfect engagement present for any couple getting ready to take the plunge.”—Philadelphia Weekly“A must-have!”—Anna Jedrziewski, Retailing Insight

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Book SynopsisBoth a stylish organizer and a source of inspiration, A Bride’s Planner is an indispensable resource for planning a wedding. A lavishly illustrated, hardworking wedding organizer, a personal journal, and a source of ideas and information to inspire, this three-ring binder is filled with tips for the bride. It includes fill-in space and prompts to help keep the busy bride organized, divided into seven sections: Ideas and Resources, To-Do Lists, A 13-Month Calendar, Vendors and Location, Bride and Wedding Party, Guests and Gifts, and Keepsakes and Photos. It has a place for everything the bride needs to know and everything she needs to do. There are pockets, business card holders, photo sleeves, DVD holders, and space to add pages to the binder. Both an organizer and a source for the bride’s dreams, inspiration, and her own creative planning display, A Bride’s Planner is packed with facts, trivia, and advice on music, vows, cake, flowers, honeymoon destinations, showers, classic traditions, menu suggestions, floral arrangements, and reception themes. It also offers suggestions from an expert and valuable tips and advice on wedding customs and traditions, locations, and timing—all to help the bride realize her own individual style in the look and theme of her wedding.

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Book SynopsisBest-selling wedding author, Diane Warner, has consolidated four of her most popular wedding books into one dynamic collection. This all-inclusive omnibus - featuring tender new vows, ever-more creative toasts and unique ways to personalise your wedding, whatever its size - is the only book any bride and groom will ever need. In addition to the more traditional celebrations, this collection, also, contains up-to-date information on the latest trends, from entirely new chapters on "special blessings," such as handfasting and unity candles, to creative but affordable destination weddings. Brides have always loved Diane''s wedding books because the end result is a trouble-free, perfect wedding day. DIANE WARNER''S COMPLETE GUIDE TO A TRADITIONAL WEDDING makes planning every aspect of the perfect wedding easier than ever.

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Book SynopsisNaughty Pictionary and Sex Toy Relays? It must be a CosmoBachelorette Party! Get your girls together because we’re throwing your bride-to-be a night she’ll never forget! Cosmo’s 25 hilariously entertaining games will have you prepping for the most epic bachelorette party ever. Featuring fun (and frequently risqué) activities by the #1 women’s magazine in the world, this pack includes everything you never knew you needed. From phallic-inspired challenges, to classic games with a tawdry twist, to brand-new bachelorette adventures, this deck will bring you a party you’ll never be able to talk about again. What happens at a bachelorette party stays at a bachelorette party, right?

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Book SynopsisFinalist for the National Indie Excellence Book Awards, 2015 — LGBT Nonfiction and MarriageFinalist/First Runner Up for the Rainbow Book Award, 2015 — Best LGBT DebutHow to make any wedding liberating, brave, and sexy.This post-DOMA book is for any couple—same or opposite sex—seeking a personalized wedding that dignifies the relationship and the individual self. No “new normal” here—this guide emboldens you to harness your unique, brazen, queer truth; to be creative; and to plan your wedding your way.Every fiancé faces the question: How do I become something new without losing myself? Using his own story—from how he and his husband connected via MTV’s The Real World to the real world of their marriage—author Mark O’Connell reflects on conflicts that arrive during wedding transitions, as well as various other transitions throughout your lives.As a psychotherapist, O’Connell offers ideas to bridge relational gaps with your partner, family, and friends. As a professional actor, he also offers insight into the ways your wedding is a theatrical production: how this can help you to conceptualize the event, consolidate your efforts, and increase creative collaboration as a couple. This will serve you not only on the day, but also for the rest of your time together.Whether we’re straight, gay, or other, weddings inspire us to carve out more fun, freedom, recognition, life-space, love-space, and connubial space than we’ve ever had before.Trade Review“No matter what circumstances surround your relationship or what kind of wedding you want, Mark’s perspective and advice will prove invaluable to working out the kinks and having not only your dream wedding but better communication with your significant other, family, friends, and in-laws.” —Liza Monroy, author of The Marriage Act“This is the most timely book published this year. O’Connell’s book is a breeze to read, filled with wonderful examples of what he calls ‘queer marriage’ and illustrated with examples from his own marriage to another man, as well as from other marriages. It is a pleasure to read. I expect his next book will be about queer adoptions. And why not?” —Charles Silverstein, PhD, gold medal winner for lifetime achievement in the practice of psychology and coauthor of The Joy of Gay Sex“This is more than just another plan-your-wedding book; it’s really a guide to planning your entire life together. It’s absolutely going on the required reading list for all my future first dates!” —Zachary Booth, actor, Damages and Keep the Lights On“So, your wedding day . . . It has to be perfect. Mark O’Connell’s book immediately allows you to take a deep breath and say, ‘We can do this!’ It’ll help make your dream a reality with stress-free planning, communication, and love for your wedding day.” —Del Shores, award-winning director and writer of Sordid Lives“No matter what circumstances surround your relationship or what kind of wedding you want, Mark’s perspective and advice will prove invaluable to working out the kinks and having not only your dream wedding but better communication with your significant other, family, friends, and in-laws.” —Liza Monroy, author of The Marriage Act“This is the most timely book published this year. O’Connell’s book is a breeze to read, filled with wonderful examples of what he calls ‘queer marriage’ and illustrated with examples from his own marriage to another man, as well as from other marriages. It is a pleasure to read. I expect his next book will be about queer adoptions. And why not?” —Charles Silverstein, PhD, gold medal winner for lifetime achievement in the practice of psychology and coauthor of The Joy of Gay Sex“This is more than just another plan-your-wedding book; it’s really a guide to planning your entire life together. It’s absolutely going on the required reading list for all my future first dates!” —Zachary Booth, actor, Damages and Keep the Lights On“So, your wedding day . . . It has to be perfect. Mark O’Connell’s book immediately allows you to take a deep breath and say, ‘We can do this!’ It’ll help make your dream a reality with stress-free planning, communication, and love for your wedding day.” —Del Shores, award-winning director and writer of Sordid Lives

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Book SynopsisThis wedding-planning resource is filled with gorgeous images to inspire brides by showcasing the cutting-edge vendors and naturally beautiful locales of the South. Key Carolina-based vendors—such as photographer Corbin Gurkin, planners Ivy Robinson and Gathering Floral + Event Design, and wedding and style mogul Ceci Johnson—are highlighted, allowing brides-to-be to delight over everything from invitation designs to tablescapes, all set to the backdrop of lush and romantic southern venues. A unique resource that offers more than just the standard checklists and planning tips, no bride planning a wedding in the South will want to be without this reference, which is beautiful enough to leave out even after the ceremony.

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Book SynopsisGetting married? Here are the answers you need to untangle all your knottiest concerns and help things run smoothly for you and your guests. Weddings should be jubilant celebrations of love, but they can feel like minefields of complicated social rules and awkward situations. Step aside, person of honor! This book will become your most trusted confidant as you navigate your wedding. What Do I Do? goes beyond outdated, ponderous etiquette rules to give you the modern-day essentials in a fun Q&A format. Each chapter begins with advice on current wedding etiquette rules and ends with your more frequently asked questions and answers to make this book an easy-to-follow guide for any wedding celebrant to be. With insightful, fresh advice and deep cuts from etiquette expert Mariah Grumet of Old Soul Etiquette, you’ll enjoy slicing into wedding planning. Grumet’s guidance will show you how to have your cake and eat it too (without getting any of it on your face). You’ll learn how to manage your wedding with grace and sparkle, all the way from the ring pop to popping the champagne at the reception. This book will answer all the expected and not-so expected questions like: There are members of our family who do not support our engagement. How do we navigate whether or not to invite them to the wedding? I am on friendly terms with my ex. Do I send them an invitation to my wedding? What is the etiquette around destination weddings so I can ensure my guests feel comfortable attending? My wedding will be the first time my parents are in the same room together since their messy divorce. How do I diffuse this ticking time bomb? How can we make sure our vendors are the right fit for the non-traditional style of wedding we want to have? My partner and I are planning a special themed wedding and want our guests to dress in that theme. How do we make our dress code as stress-free as possible for our guests? What is the proper timing for thank-you notes, according to etiquette? My partner and I are an interfaith couple and want to have two different ceremonies. How do we budget for both of them? I have turned into a bridezilla. Is there any way I can redeem myself? With topics organized by section, you’ll easily find the guidance you need to keep tempers cool and drama at bay so that you can enjoy your special day!

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Book SynopsisFrom engagement to honeymoon, this little book will provide you with all the basics to start planning your dream wedding.The moments after accepting a marriage proposal are exciting and romantic, but they can also be overwhelming and sometimes even confusing. Immediately after sharing the news, brides are often bombarded with questions: Have you set a date? What are your colors? Who are your bridesmaids? Where will you register?If you’re a bride-to-be who isn’t sure how to even begin answering those questions and others like them, or who has a head full of ideas but no way to organize them, The Little White Book of Wedding Planning Wisdom is the guide you need. This book will provide you with advice related to every step of the process—from announcing your engagement, to booking a venue, to choosing the perfect date. You will learn when to book florists, caterers, and entertainers—and which questions to ask them before you do so.More than a simple manual, this book also features reflections and quotes from brides who share their own real-life experiences choosing their first songs, trying on one dress after another, and worrying about centerpieces, seating charts, and writing the perfect vows.At a convenient size, The Little White Book of Wedding Planning Wisdom can be easily slipped into your purse to consult as you move from one appointment to another, whether you’re meeting with potential photographers, cake bakers, or jewelers.

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Book SynopsisTen years ago, when Sandy Malone was planning her Caribbean destination wedding, there was no Pinterest, no Instagram, and no Wedding Wire. The Knot and the Wedding Channel were in their infancy. And Malone was planning her wedding from scratch.The tips and advice in How to Plan Your Own Destination Wedding will help brides and grooms navigate the murky waters of destination-wedding planning—and they are murky because most do-it-yourself brides and grooms are looking to do something “different” from what all of their friends have done before them. Unfortunately, the more remote, bizarre, and challenging the destination is, the more attractive it appears to the do-it-yourself couple.That’s where Sandy Malone, star of Wedding Island (TLC), who has been planning weddings for ten years, comes in. She offers advice to brides and grooms on how NOT to spend money on things they don’t need to invest in, and where they DO need to spend money to make sure the event runs smoothly. She also gives tips on how to negotiate the contract with the venue, the “wetiquette” of invitations for destination weddings, finding and handling vendors abroad, and much more. This book offers the complete guide to destination weddings, by a true expert!Trade Review“A must-read for any modern bride who's determined to plan her own wedding from afar.”-Elizabeth Mitchell, brides.com“A must-read for any modern bride who's determined to plan her own wedding from afar.”-Elizabeth Mitchell, brides.com

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Book SynopsisCertified lifecycle celebrant Christopher Shelley is on a mission to revolutionize the wedding ceremony—or at least to make it as enjoyable as the reception. In Best. Ceremony. Ever., he will forever alter the way couples and wedding pros think about tying the knot. Shelley, who has officiated hundreds of weddings, walks couples and officiants through working together, from setting the atmosphere to telling an unforgettable love story. He shares questions for the couple to ask themselves before meeting with their officiant, and offers a wedding vow workshop and complete sample ceremonies. Shelley cares about the guests as much as the couple getting married, and his friendly, entertaining guide is a treasure chest of ideas to make guests laugh, cry, and then laugh at how much they’re crying. From announcing the wedding (insert cliff-hanger) to selecting venues (consider breweries!) to choreographing processionals (dance party!) to explosive recessionals (balloon drop!), opportunities to surprise guests abound.Trade Review"If you’re looking to plan a wedding that feels like yours and not your grandmother’s, then you need this book. With warmth and humor, Christopher Shelley uses his years of experience as a celebrant to lay out everything you need to make your ceremony fun and memorable for everyone. Don’t worry, Grandma will love it, too." -- Jennifer Wright, author of It Ended Badly: 13 of the Worst Break-Ups in History (happily married to Daniel Kibblesmith)"Christopher Shelley tells it all with the panache, wit, and experience of a professional, savvy celebrant. If you are about to get married, this book delivers the all-important information you need with clarity, humor, and supreme coolness. His keen advice, direction, and examples are sure to make a wedding day the best it could ever be—for both the couple getting married and their tribe of family and friends. Shelley is one of our most skilled, talented, and debonair certified Life Cycle Celebrants®; he makes all his couples and their guests feel ‘royal.’" -- Charlotte Eulette, International Director of the Celebrant Foundation & Institute"Shelley is the maestro of matrimony. He has been gifted with a divine power to imbue your wedding ceremony with off-the-chain joy. The kind of joy that starts your marriage off with a bang. Read this book. You’ll learn at the feet of the master and have a ball doing it." -- Jen Spyra, staff writer at The Late Show with Stephen Colbert"I would love for Chris to be my celebrant. I say that despite the fact that I know it would probably just end up as more material for another hilarious book on weddings. After reading this book, if your questions still aren’t answered about what goes down at a wedding, don’t get married." -- Jordan Carlos, comedian and writer"A funny, practical, and romantic guide to why most weddings suck and why yours doesn’t have to. My favorite work by a Shelley since Frankenstein—and ideally Chris would’ve sewn me and my wife into one person as well." -- Daniel Kibblesmith, author of Santa’s Husband (happily married to Jennifer Wright)

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Book SynopsisWeddings, at their heart, are about two people joining their families and communities together in the name of love, good times and the future. But when couples start planning their big day, they often find themselves contending with waves of unsolicited advice, old-school rhetoric and overwhelming decision fatigue. Enter Get Wed: the wedding-planning bible to help you navigate everything from budgets to venues, traditions to vows, and run sheets to vendors, to plan a wedding that says 'this is us'.With practical information, thoughtful first-hand experiences and sage advice off the back of thousands of weddings, Get Wed takes the unknown out of wedding planning to ensure your milestone moment is smooth-sailing, perfectly personal and positively brimming with good vibes.Table of ContentsA couple of things before we get startedWho made this thing?Digital resources1 GETTING STARTEDSetting your prioritiesTraditionsSetting a dateYour guest listThe locationThe venueThe budget2 YOUR WEDDING TEAMYour W-team: your wedding vendorsGood wedding-vendor etiquetteThe W-team: who's who (and what they do)3 THE PLANNINGYour to-do listEvent styleDIY vs done-for-youInvitations and save-the-datesYour wedding partyYour wedding ceremonyFood and drinkStylingFloralsFashion and outfitsKids at weddingsPets at weddingsFamily, friends and your partnerPhotography considerationsWedding ringsPlanning etiquetteSustainabilitySpecial guest considerationsWedding registry and giftsUncontrollables4 THE LEAD-UPYour wedding vowsYour wedding speechesMC dutiesWedding favoursSeatingHens/bachelorette/bucks/bachelor partiesBridal showers/kitchen teasBeautyWellbeingWeatherMusicGifting your peopleCreating a timeline for the dayThe week of your wedding5 ON THE DAYWedding dayWhat to doYour photo sessionNo regrets6 NOW WHAT?Post-wedding recovery partyOfficial thingsThanking your vendorsHoneymoonLife aheadTEMPLATESHow to uninvite guestsHow to invite guests later (after initial invites have been sent) How to tell a friend who's expecting to be in your wedding party that they're notHow to tell someone they're not invited to your weddingHow to follow up with guests for an RSVP How to follow up with a venue/vendor How to decline a venue/vendor's services How to discuss price and budget with a venue/vendorHow to cancel a venue/vendorHow to issue a complaint to a venue/vendorHow to postpone your weddingACKNOWLEDGEMENTSINDEX

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Book SynopsisFrom the heavily beaded tubular dress of the 1920s through to the body-skimming shift dress of the 1960s, this book looks at and celebrates the historic shapes, detailing and romance of vintage wedding gowns. Equipped with instructions, patterns and photos, it explores the history of wedding wear and explains how to make a vintage wedding gown inspired by historical fashions and trends. A beautiful and practical book, it will inspire everyone who wants to express themself through timeless and elegant styles.

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Book SynopsisThe definitive guide to planning your perfect wedding day, from the UK's most-loved, and multi-award-winning wedding website and podcast - Rock My Wedding. With friendly advice, tips, ideas and stunning photography, it's the perfect pre-wedding purchase for any couple!'The UK's most influential brand in the wedding industry'- Conclusion from an independent study carried out by Universal McCann, one of the world's leading ad networks.'Absolutely brimming with wedding inspiration' -- ***** Reader review'Every fiancé/fiancée needs this masterpiece' -- ***** Reader review'Beautiful and inspiring' -- ***** Reader review'Full of inspiration - this book is one every fiancé/fiancée should own to help them create their perfect wedding day' -- ***** Reader review******************************************************************************************************Just like you, your wedding day will be personal, one-of-a-kind, and completely unique. We're not here to tell you what you should do to make your day perfect, only that you can do it.Covering floral décor, table plans, lighting, photography, venues, outfits, food - as well as much more - this is your one-stop-shop to planning the perfect wedding for YOU.With advice and guidance on the individual aspects to consider when planning your wedding day - from where to begin and recommended questions to ask your suppliers, to plenty of alternative décor ideas - we hope that you'll find inspiration, reassurance and a little bit of escapism in these pages as you embark on planning one of the most special and joyful days of your lives.

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Book SynopsisThe trend towards a more secular culture in Western society means that there can be greater flexibility in a wedding ceremony, but couples are often faced with the challenge of preparing a meaningful celebration outside the traditional religious framework. This hands-on, practical guide demonstrates how to approach and prepare a secular wedding ceremony that honours a couple's relationship with honest vows and rituals true to their shared values. In addition, it provides guidance on structuring a ceremony for couples that come from very different cultural or spiritual backgrounds.Includes the tools necessary for the creation of a ceremony, such as a Ritual Identity Questionnaire, checklists, and many other resources.Trade ReviewMs. Jeltje Gordon-Lennox has written an inventive and highly informative book that everyone can benefit from reading. It's not just for couples getting married, it's for all of us. Her book delves into humanity's relationship, history and sociology that is marriage and weddings. She doesn't solely focus on the predominate western world's view but brings in via the stories she shares with us, all the world's cultures and is inclusive of people and couples from all walks of life. Yes, this book is a guide, it educates and engages us to self-explore who we are at the very core and to discover more about the unique person who is or will be our spouse and our mate. Her book is a delight as much as it is an essential read. Ultimately, it is useful for anyone who desires to have a noble and meaningful relationship with the one or the one's they love - and how to make the concept of a personalized wedding a reality. Jeltje is a scholar, author, rite-of-passage Celebrant and ritual-maker extraordinaire; how lucky we are to have her share her vast wisdom and knowledge with us. My advice about Jeltje's books is: Read them all! -- Charlotte Eulette, Int’l Dir. for the Celebrant Foundation & Institute www.celebrantinstitute.orgIn our current culture of "Do It Yourself" rituals, Crafting Meaningful Wedding Rituals is a breath of fresh air for couples, and clergy whose goal is to craft and deliver a wedding experience that is individualized to the couple and inclusive of their guests. Often, couples spend too little time in deep conversation and planning about their actual wedding ceremony. Jeltje Gordon-Lennox offers a comprehensive guide to make that planning process meaningful and lasting. -- Margaret Beckman, Minister, Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Castine Castine, MainePsychotherapist Gordon-Lennox (Crafting Secular Ritual; Emerging Ritual in Secular Societies) aims her book toward those who wish to design a secular wedding ceremony unique to their own bond and personalities. Helpful questionnaires and checklists assist couples in sorting through their individual values and communicating them simply and sincerely. Every aspect of preparing for the ceremony is covered, from composing vows to choosing someone to preside over the service, in addition to destressing techniques for the big day and intense situations leading up to it. VERDICT This no-frills guide to customizing wedding rituals is perfect for those who are willing to put the time and energy into the process. -- Library JournalTable of ContentsRitual Toolbox: List of Tools with Their Icons List of Figures; Foreword by Tui de Haan; Acknowledgements; Preface; PART I - PRELIMINARIES; 1. The Proposal; a) Tools: Destressing Techniques; 2. Why Marry? a) Tool: Inventory for Couples; b) Marriage and the Law; 3. Ritual Power; a) Tool: Questionnaire on Ritual Identity; b) Repacking Ritual; PART II - CRAFTING THE CEREMONY; 4. Planning the Ceremony; a) Toolbox for the Planning Phase; b) Totally Personalizing Your Ceremony; 5. Creating the Ceremony; a) Toolbox for the Creating Phase; b) Ritual Design; 6. Realizing the Ceremony; a) Toolbox for the Realizing Phase; b) The Ultimate Guest Experience; PART III - LIVING HAPPILY; 7. Epilogue; a) Signs Your Relationship is Working; b) Renewal and Separation Rituals; Appendix; References; Index

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Book SynopsisYour Wedding, Your Way is a resourceful handbook for modern couples who want to celebrate their marriage in a way that feels true to them and is financially reasonable, whether that's an elegant dinner party, a weekend camping trip in a national park, or a road trip to Vegas. Nowadays, more and more couples are eschewing tradition for a wedding celebration that feels more reflective of who they are and what they value. Whether it's a courthouse ceremony or a weeklong destination trip, there are so many ways to celebrate a union that don't require a big white dress, months of stressful planning, and an inflated budget. For couples who want to do things a little differently, Your Wedding, Your Way is a resourceful guide full of helpful advice and how-tos, fun sidebars and listicles, and anecdotes from real couples who did it themselves. Modern couples of all ages and sexualities who are uninterested in the traditional wedding hoopla and are looking for alternative ways to celebrate will appreciate this practical handbook, and particularly millennials and Gen-Zers who reevaluated their priorities in recent years; who feel disconnected from antiquated traditions; who are getting married later and financing their wedding themselves; and who prefer meaningful experiences over things. UNIQUE TO MARKET: Your Wedding, Your Way is an in-depth and one-of-a-kind resource for modern couples. There is no book dedicated to nontraditional weddings that is nearly as thorough as this one. KNOWLEDGABLE AUTHOR: Scott Shaw wrote one of the few books to focus on elopements, Let's Elope, in 2001. Scott Shaw brings this background and his own personal experience (he eloped!), while Kim Olsen brings a youthful perspective and her journalistic eye. ART OF ELOPING BRAND: The authors, Kim Olsen and Scott Shaw, recently launched their elopement brand, called The Art of Eloping, a go-to resource for couples who are planning to elope. Their website complements this book, offering a database of elopement vendors, interactive checklists, and inspiration via stories of real couples who eloped. Perfect for: • Couples who are interested in having a nontraditional wedding • Millennial and Gen-Z couples who want an intimate celebration that doesn't drain the bank • LGBTQ+ couples • People who have been married before/are celebrating a second wedding or vow renewal • Modern couples who prefer experiences over things

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Book SynopsisWith clever tips and friendly advice, this little book will ensure that your wedding day runs smoothly, remains catastrophe-free and is full of all the highs you could hope for The question has been popped, the ring has been presented and the count-down has begun! What’s next? Just the wedding. This book is here to ensure that your big day is the magical, memorable event that you’ve always dreamed of. Taking you through every stage of your wedding – from the night before right up to the honeymoon – it’s full of smart ideas to take the stress out of your day, including: Detailed advice for each part of the day, from the ceremony, to the photos, to the cake. Disaster dodgers to help you avoid setbacks. Handy spaces for you to include your own notes. Wedding Tips for Brides presents ingenious ideas for any bride-to-be, and will help you and your partner to get the very most out of your special day.

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Book SynopsisWith clever tips and friendly advice, this little book will ensure that your wedding day runs smoothly, remains catastrophe-free and is full of all the highs you could hope for The question has been popped, the ring has been presented and the count-down has begun! What's next? Just the wedding. This book is here to ensure that your big day is the amazing, unforgettable event that you want it to be. Taking you through every stage of your wedding – from the night before right up to the honeymoon – it’s full of smart ideas to take the stress away, including: Detailed advice for each part of the day, from the ceremony, to the photos, to the speeches. Disaster dodgers to help you avoid setbacks. Handy spaces for you to include your own notes. Wedding Tips for Grooms presents ingenious ideas for any groom-to-be, and will help you and your partner enjoy your big day to the fullest.

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Book SynopsisBeautiful Quinceañera guest book, perfect addition to your quince party. This stunning book allows guests to share wishes and comments. A lovely keepsake to look back on and remember the special day. This book is 8.5 x 8.5, it has 70 pages and a matt finish.

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Book SynopsisI know exactly what you are thinking. It seemed such a good idea at the time, but now you are beginning to realise there's going to be more to it than just turning up on time and handing over the ring. Am I right, or am I right? Fear not. Whether the happy couple has a traditional white wedding vision or a modernist view of their big day, this handbook will show you how to become their perfect best man...a best man who knows how to combine the best of the old with the best of the new. The groom will be glad he chose you. So pour yourself a cold one, sit back and get ready to learn how to turn a stressful honour into a piece of (wedding) cake.Contents: Part 1 : The Best Man's Duties 1. The Appointment 2. Countdown to the big day 3. Stag dos and don'ts 4. The big day Part 2: Your Speech 6. Ground rules 7. Planning your speech 8. Writing your speech 9. Making your speech Sample speechesTrade Review"'...particularly helpful if you're concerned about how to convey sincere (and expected) emotions without your mates laughing at you!...Well worth the money.' An Amazon reader"Table of ContentsPart 1 : The Best Man's Duties 1. The Appointment 2. Countdown to the big day 3. Stag dos and don'ts 4. The big day Part 2: Your Speech 6. Ground rules 7. Planning your speech 8. Writing your speech 9. Making your speech Sample speeches

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Book SynopsisWeddings have come a long way since the first etiquette books were written. Today families come in such variety that more and more couples are sensibly throwing etiquette to the wind and relying instead on their own common sense. So where does the father of the bride fit into all of this? There are so many ways you can help, both emotionally and practically. You'll find that one of your responsibilities - apart from walking your daughter down the aisle and making a speech - is ensuring that the chaos of wedding details, and any family feuds or financial stress, don't ultimately get in the way of making your daughter's wedding day the happiest time in her life. This will be a big day for you, too, with the speech playing an important part in the proceedings. You'll want to get it just right so that you speak from the heart but enliven sentiment with humour, and your speech is remembered for years to come - for all the right reasons. This book is packed with valuable tips and advice about: - Conveying just the right messages to your daughter and her husband-to-be - Understanding what is traditionally expected of you - Keeping everyone calm and defusing any pre-wedding tensions and conflicts - Making a memorable speech - Helping everyone have a great time!

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Book SynopsisThis book will show you that with a little bit of planning and preparation, it is possible to have the day of your dreams without starting married life in debt. The average cost of a wedding is about as much as a deposit on a house, but one thing the 'credit crunch' taught us all is that there are many areas in our lives where we can save money by doing things ourselves. So why should weddings be an exception? Whether it's boom or bust you don't have to spend a fortune. You really can create your own special day by doing it yourself and having fun along the way. This book is packed with top tips and money saving ideas for: Stationery, Venues, Flowers, Transport, Hair and Make-up, Photographs, Food and Drink, the Reception and much more - including tips from live brides and over 100 budget busting ideas.Trade Review'Perfect if you're organising your wedding yourself and you're on a tight budget...packed with tips and ideas...Check it out.' www.bridesmagazine.co.uk/blogs. 'The straightforward advice and tips from other brides will help you achieve the wedding of your dreams without the overwhelming cost.' Wedding Cakes.Table of ContentsPreface; 1. Stationery; 2. Venues; 3. Reception; 4. Getting married abroad; 5. Transport; 6. Photography; 7. Music; 8. Flowers; 9. Food and drink; 10. Wedding cakes; 11. The Wedding dress; 12. Hair and makeup; 13. Favours; Index.

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Book SynopsisWith this book you really can have a fabulous wedding that you'll remember forever - and still save hundreds, if not thousands of pounds. With the practical help of useful checklists you will find out how to plan and manage the perfect day, including: - * Planning and managing the hen and stag parties. * Choosing and booking the venue. * Planning and organising the drinks and catering, cars and drivers, photographs, flowers, DJs, invitations, etc. * Choosing the bride's and bridesmaids' dresses. This book will make sure you keep all the romance in your special day without the stress of costs spiralling out of control.Trade Review'If you're wedding planning on the go, this is great to keep in your bag.' Tiara.Table of Contents1. The hen or stag party; 2. Venue; 3. Catering; 4. Wedding Cake; 5. Car and chauffeur; 6. Photographer; 7. Invitations; 8. Decorations 9. Flowers; 10. DJ and disco/entertainment; 11. Wedding dress and other clothing; 12. Task List for Planning Your Wedding Day; 13. Budget Planner; 14. Liz's Final Tips for Planning your Wedding Reception.

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Book SynopsisA visual journey through 100 years of wedding styles and dresses, Vintage Weddings takes a close look at the key periods, diverse styles, iconoclastic designers, significant ceremonies and cultural influences in wedding fashions.

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