Weddings, wedding planners Books

Book SynopsisPerfect Best Man is an indispensable guide to every aspect of the best man's role. Covering everything from organising the stag night to making sure the big day runs according to plan, it walks you through exactly what you need to do and gives great advice about getting everything done with the least possible fuss.With checklists to make sure you have it all covered, troubleshooting sections for when things go wrong, and a unique chapter on choosing and organising the ushers, Perfect Best Man has everything you need to make sure you rise to the occasion.The Perfect series is a range of practical guides that give clear and straightforward advice on everything from getting your first job to choosing your baby's name. Written by experienced authors offering tried-and-tested tips, each book contains all you need to get it right first time.

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Book SynopsisWeddings are beautiful and exciting occasions, but they are a tense challenge for the photographer. This practical book explains how to take romantic signature shots, as well as how to capture the spontaneous moments of the day. Written by an experienced professional and teacher, it gives essential tips to managing the day and covers the small details that will ensure your photography is cherished for a lifetime.

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Book SynopsisWhen newlywed Penny turns her hand to some casual wedding planning she only wants to help other women afford the big day of their dreams. But taming bridezillas turns out to be a full-time occupation, and what began as a hobby becomes a personal and professional nightmare. Soon Penny is struggling to keep her day job and prevent her own marriage from collapsing under the strain: tired, stressed and knee-deep in ivory satin, is Penny's life and livelihood hanging by a thread?Trade ReviewHilarious and uplifting, this is perfect for fans of Sophie Kinsella * Take a Break *Funny, surprising and touching, this feel-good read has bags of charm * Closer *'A real feel-good story with loads of laughs, twists, tears. The characters are all lovable and the story is totally addictive. Highly recommended' The Chicklit Club. * Chicklit Club *'Funny, surprising and touching, this feel-good read has bags of charm' Closer. * Closer *'Witty' Sun. * Sun *'Hilarious and uplifting, this is perfect for fans of Sophie Kinsella' Take a Break. * Take a Break *

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Book SynopsisThings are looking up for Penny Robinson. She's kicked her gambling addiction and even started her own business: Princess on a Shoestring, an all-inclusive service for brides-to-be looking to pinch pennies on their big day. Between family rows and wardrobe calamities, wedding planning is no piece of cake...but Penny's got it all under control. That is, until a rival planner decides to take her down - one hard-won bride at a time. Now Penny must fight to save her reputation and her livelihood before its too late. But when a romantic weekend away has some unexpected consequences, Penny's expectations for her career are brought back down to earth with a bump.Trade ReviewFunny, surprising and touching, this feel-good read has bags of charm * Closer *Hilarious and uplifting, this is perfect for fans of Sophie Kinsella * Take a Break *Witty * Sun *A real feel-good story with loads of laughs, twists, tears. The characters are all lovable and the story is totally addictive. Highly recommended * Chicklit Club *

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Book SynopsisThe question has been popped, the ring has been presented and the celebrations have begun! What's next? Just the wedding.Top Tips for Brides presents ingenious ideas for the any bride-to-be, covering the ever-so-stressful months preceding the wedding - including the hen party and choosing your attire - to the big day itself.Table of ContentsThe question has been popped, the ring has been presented and the celebrations have begun! What's next? Just the wedding. Tops Tips for Brides presents ingenious ideas for the any bride-to-be, covering the ever-so-stressful months preceding the wedding - including the hen party and choosing your attire - to the big day itself.

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Book SynopsisThose special occasions in life all need to be marked with words bigger and better than those we could compose ourselves. This beautiful collection includes some of the best readings and poems to help you mark anything from a birth to a death, an engagement to a retirement, a wedding to a memorial service. Poems and readings from the best British and American writers and poets are arranged into the chapters: New Life, Childhood, Love, Unions, Getting Older, Solitude and Loss. The works of poets Longfellow, Walt Whitman and Emily Dickinson rub shoulders with those of William Blake, Wordsworth and W.H. Auden. The readings come from writers ranging from Churchill to Shakespeare. Mixed in are Apache prayers and Irish blessings to make this a rich reference for anyone looking for the right word at the right moment. It is lavishly illustrated with nostalgic images, making this a wonderful gift.

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Book SynopsisThis entertaining A to Z follows the success of the popular V&A guides to Style and Hollywood Style. Compiled by Kate Bethune, it brings together style tips, pithy advice and engaging opinions in a beautiful book that will make a perfect present for anyone getting ready for a wedding, or indeed recovering from one. Where fashion has always moved on swiftly from season to season, bridal wear can keep a trend or style current for several years or longer – maintaining perennial favourites and occasional revivals. Concentrating on wedding style, but also featuring thoughts on etiquette and history, this book captures some of the abiding wisdom and witticisms that surround the Happy Day.

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Book SynopsisWhat are the golden rules of speech making? How should you respond to the toast to the bride and groom? And which people do you need to thank and how? The answers to all these questions and more are here in this much-needed book. Now you can make your wedding day speech memorable for all the right reasons!-- Add sincerity, sparkle and humor-- Enjoy the big dayContents: Learning the essentials; conveying your feelings to guests; adding a little humour; finding the ideal beginning and ending; putting it all together; getting the delivery right; stories, jokes and one-liners for your speech; sample speeches.Table of ContentsLearning the essentials; conveying your feelings to guests; adding a little humour; finding the ideal beginning and ending; putting it all together; getting the delivery right; stories, jokes and one-liners for your speech; sample speeches.

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Book SynopsisYou have a wonderful opportunity to add to the magic of your daughter's wedding. Your words will linger in memories - they may even be captured on video for future generations to hear. So what are the golden rules of speech-making? How can you convey emotion, seriousness and add a touch of humour?Table of ContentsLearning the essentials; being sober and sensitive; saying it with humour; beginning and ending in style; putting it together; delivering your speech; jokes and quotes for your speech; sample speeches.

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Book SynopsisThis is a guide for prospective best men which aims to answer the anxieties about making the speech. It offers advice on speech-making essentials, great openings, strong middles, big finishes, plus putting it all together and delivering the speech itself.Contents: Learning the essentials; Saying it with humour; Being congratulatory and optimistic; Finding the ideal beginning and ending; Putting it together; Delivering your speech; Stories, jokes and one-liners for your speech; Sample speeches.Table of ContentsLearning the essentials; Saying it with humour; Being congratulatory and optimistic; Finding the ideal beginning and ending; Putting it together; Delivering your speech; Stories, jokes and one-liners for your speech; Sample speeches.

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Book SynopsisA proven best seller! A handy guide covering everything from how to select an engagement ring to how to plan the most romantic honeymoon.

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Book SynopsisThis unique book offers 50 sensuous games for newlyweds. The pages are sealed and perforated so that couples can enjoy the anticipation of each new game.

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Book SynopsisThis unique book features an audio CD containing samples of 99 classical music pieces for weddings and lyrics from 100 of the most popular wedding songs. It also includes information and advice on how to select bands, musicians and DJ's.

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Book SynopsisDesigned to be a handy, no-nonsense book which covers only those aspects of the wedding planning process that the groom is tyipcally responsible for.

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Book SynopsisNow brides and grooms can plan the wedding of their dreams with the most inspirational wedding planning book available today! The information in this book will assist couples with all aspects of planning their wedding. The descriptions, things to consider, tips, advice, and numerous worksheets will ensure that every detail of their wedding is taken care of.

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Book SynopsisWith all the hectic scheduling, decision-making and excitement involved while planning a wedding, it's easy to overlook the little details and moments that will illicit heartwarming memories for years to come. This beautiful book is the perfect place to reflect on the journey that is the wedding planning process and also to store keepsakes gathered during this very special time.

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Book SynopsisThere is much tradition and folklore surrounding weddings. Generation after generation, cultures have developed rituals, superstitions and events to make this day a special one to remember: The world''s most expensive wedding dress featured 150 carats of diamonds and was valued at $12 million According to one European study, 60 per cent of couples do not consummate their marriage on their wedding night Traditional stag parties for grooms and their buddies have been around since at least the days of the Roman Empire The tradition of wearing a white dress developed fairly recently when Queen Victoria married Prince Albert wearing a gown of white satin instead of the traditional royal silver Wearing pearls on your wedding day either wards off the possibility of tears in the future or are a sign of the tears that will someday flow Several states in the U.S., including Utah, Arizona, Indiana, Illinois, Colorado and Tennessee, allow first cousins to wed under certain circumstances A young North American Hopi Indian man proposes by leaving clothing by the door of his intended''s home; her acceptance or rejection of the clothing signifies her answer In days past, the best man carried a charm in his pocket to ward off bad luck for the groom and his betrothed The tradition of tossing confetti at weddings evolved from an earlier practice of tossing rice, nuts and other seeds or grains as a wish for good luck, abundant harvests and a fertile marriage bed The average American engagement is 17 months, with June being the most popular month for wedding ceremonies, followed by August, September, October and May. And so much more...

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Book SynopsisPerfect Wedding Speeches and Toasts is an invaluable guide to preparing and delivering unforgettable speeches. Covering everything from advice on mastering your nerves to tips about how to make a real impact, it walks you through every aspect of preparing for the big day and speaking in public. Whether you're the father of the bride, the bride herself, the groom or the best man, Perfect Wedding Speeches and Toasts will help make sure your speech goes off without a hitch.The Perfect series is a range of practical guides that give clear and straightforward advice on everything from getting your first job to choosing your baby's name. Written by experienced authors offering tried-and-tested tips, each book contains all you need to get it right first time.

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Book SynopsisContains information about what every modern bride needs to know for her Scottish wedding. From engagement to honeymoon, the author comes up with practical information, unique ideas and count down lists. She urges the reader to leave nothing to chance - always a have contingency - so that by the big day the Bride knows she has done everything.

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Book SynopsisAre you looking for a way to make your wedding ceremony completely unique? Do you want to have a personal and memorable experience that will stay with you forever? Have you considered writing your own ceremony but don’t know where to start? Regardless of your religion, orientation or beliefs, this book is for you. It will guide you through the entire process of creating your own personalised wedding ceremony and explain how to incorporate the elements that are most important to you. This book also includes examples and photographs from real life couples that have used this process to create their own exceptional ceremonies. It will help you to construct a ceremony that will be completely personal to your story, leave your guests truly touched and, most importantly, give you a beautiful experience which will become the perfect first chapter of your lives together. If you want your day your way, We Do! is for you!Table of Contents1 Introduction 11 Will This Type of Ceremony Work for Us? 12 Congratulations: You’re Engaged! 14 A Short History of Marriage 15 How to Have the Best Wedding Ever! 16 2 The Scary Bit 19 How to Write Your Homework 24 How to Write Your Ceremony 28 How to Deliver Your Ceremony 32 3 The Exciting Bit 39 The Ceremony Structure 39 Before We Start 42 Pick a Seat, Not a Side 43 Introductions and Welcomes 44 Where Do We Stand? 46 The Arrival of the Wedding Party 48 What to Do with Dad (or Mum) 52 The Role of the Bridal Party 54 The Role of the Groom’s Men 57 Pageboys, Flower Girls and Man’s Best Friend 60 How to Involve Your Guests 64 Readings and Poetry 66 If Music be the Food of Love... 68 Time for Reflection 70 Blessings and Well Wishing 71 4 The Big Questions 73 Why Are We Here? 73 Where Are We Going? 76 What Are We Promising? 77 5 Promises, Promises 79 Writing Your Vows Together 79 One Line At A Time 84 Personal Vows 85 Speaking your Vows Directly 90 Secret Vows 92 Secret Vows – One-Liners 96 Vows in Foreign Languages 98 Guest Vows 99 6 Love in Real Life 103 Childhood Sweethearts 103 We Met at Uni... 106 We Met at Work... 108 We Met Online... 110 We Met Running 112 Reversing into Marriage 116 Marriage with Baggage 118 Marriage in Later Life 122 Why I Love You 126 Love is Love 128 7 Symbolic gestures 131 The Exchange of Rings 131 Ring Warming 134 Making Your Own Ring 136 Handfasting 138 The Quaich Ritual 142 Other Symbolic Gestures 144 8 Making it Legal 147 9 Marriage a La Mode 149 Legal Weddings 149 Non-legal Weddings 150 Same Sex Marriage 152 Multi-lingual Weddings 156 Renewing Your Vows 158 10 The Philosophy Section 161 What is Humanism? 161 Spiritual but not Religious 166 Religious Content 168 11 Last but not Least 171 The Order of Ceremony 171 The Rules on Photography 172 Rehearsals – Who Needs ’Em? 176 Rehearsals Without a Celebrant 177 How to Lead Your Own Ceremony 178 Weddings for Boys... 180 The Politeness of Kings 181 How to Choose a Celebrant 182 Conclusion 185 Acknowledgements and Dedication 187 Photography Credits 189

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Book SynopsisWhere to Seat Aunt Edna lets those who’ve already made the mistakes and endured the big day disasters — 634 of them — explain the “we do’s” and “we don’ts” involved in pulling off a dream wedding. From that fateful announcement of intentions, fixing the guest list, and choosing the bridesmaids’ dresses, to writing the vows, figuring out those mind-numbing seating arrangements, and testing out the band to avoid any karaoke-ish embarrassments, there’s not a wedding dilemma that hasn’t been encountered, retold, and solved somewhere in this ideal engagement gift.

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Book SynopsisThere is no better way to preserve the memories of this wondrous event than creating a scrapbook with all the photographs and mementos of all aspects of the wedding and the steps leading up to it. My Wedding Scrapbook & Keepsake allows the user to create a keepsake that will be treasured for years to come. Seven dividers create chapters in the fairy tale wedding story, including About Us, Our Engagement, Parties, Getting Ready, The Wedding Day, The Honeymoon, and Our Married Life. The book contains everything needed for preserving all those special moments couples will enjoy recalling for years to come, including 40 mounting sheets, 30 sheets of ornamental wallpaper, 20 beautiful photo frames, and 2 sheets of decorative stickers. A photo window in the front cover allows the bride to personalize this unique keepsake. The three-ring binder format allows the user to add mounting sheets for even more photographs.

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Book SynopsisFrom best-selling wedding author, Alex A. Lluch, comes Before The Wedding. This book helps engaged couples address the most important questions that they need to ask to prepare themselves for married life. This book will help them commit to each other fully understanding all the implications of marriage. The questions promote communication and helps solidify their bond. Couples can relive their answers for years to come.More than 400 thought-provoking and inspiring questions will open the lines of communication between partners, build trust, and helps them prepare for marriage. These engaging topics include children, family, home, finances, religion and spirituality, morals and ethics, health, coping with conflict, career, sex, a couple’s social life, travel, and more.

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Book SynopsisPlanning a wedding is a busy, even overwhelming time. From creating a budget to choosing vendors to organizing your wedding party, couples need help to stay organized. The Ultimate Book of Wedding Lists is an invaluable guide when planning a wedding. It includes timelines, budget worksheets, wedding party responsibilities, things to consider, tips for saving money, frequently asked questions, and much more.The Ultimate Book of Wedding Lists offers lists for every main wedding category, such as ceremony, attire, photography, videography, stationery, reception, music, bakery, flowers, transportation, rental items, gifts, and parties. Couples can quickly and easily locate the information they need when they need it.

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Book SynopsisAbout 5 million people tie the knot each year and many of them are asking the same questions when it comes to wedding planning. 1001 Most Frequently Asked Questions from WedSpace.com compiles the most common questions brides and grooms have, based on the thousands of couples registered on WedSpace.com, the first and only social networking site for engaged couples, their guests, and wedding vendors. This book answers questions on every hot topic, from who pays for what, to understanding the responsibilities of the wedding party members, to what to budget for each aspect of the wedding.

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Book SynopsisWedding Planning Made Easy: Save Time, Money & Stress contains all the essentials for arranging the perfect wedding. This comprehensive, user-friendly wedding planner allows brides to plan their wedding with ease.This beautiful book includes options, things to consider, tips and advice for all the major wedding planning categories such as ceremony, attire, photography, videography, stationery, reception, music, bakery, flowers, decorations, gifts and more. This book also includes the most creative, crafty, and elegant do-it-yourself wedding projects around. These beautiful ideas will help couples save money and give their weddings a personal, handmade touch. It also features inspiration for making any aspect of the wedding “green.” These DIY and green wedding ideas are compiled from WedSpace.com, the first and only social networking community for engaged couples and wedding professionals.This wedding planner combines the ultimate in wedding planning information and resources with the most modern wedding advice, making it the only book an engaged couple needs to plan their dream wedding.

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Book SynopsisThe many details and aspects of wedding planning mean something is bound to go awry on the Big Day. After reading this book, readers will realize, no matter what goes wrong on their wedding day, it probably won’t compare to these funny, crazy and outrageous true wedding stories sent in by members of WedSpace.com, the top social networking site for engaged couples to network with other brides, guests, and local vendors.OMG! Wedding Stories will have engaged couples and wedding guests laughing, gasping in shock, and thinking, “Thank goodness that wasn’t me!” This great gift book will help brides and grooms keep in mind, no wedding is perfect, and the least you can do is laugh about it.

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Book SynopsisFor engaged couples, choosing wedding vendors is one of the most important parts of planning a wedding. Selecting the best vendors at the right prices is what makes weddings beautiful, memorable and stress-free. New, from wedding experts Elizabeth & Alex Lluch, My Wedding Vendor Workbook & Organizer takes the stress out of interviewing and selecting the perfect vendors.This low-priced book features 100 pages of comparison charts, checklists, and questions to ask, as well as 6 full-color dividers with 12 pockets for storing price sheets, contracts, notes and more. No wedding planning book is more useful, with plenty of space to write and compare when selecting a wedding coordinator, stationer, photographer, videographer, caterer, florist, musicians, baker, makeup and hair artist, transportation, and more.

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Book SynopsisFollowing the success of her first book, Butterflies and All Things Sweet (ISBN 9781939621016, Goff Books), which won a number of important international design awards, style icon Bonnae Gokson is back this time focusing on weddings from different cultures, and celebrating beauty, creativity, individuality, artistry, and love in all its forms. Weddings, Butterflies & The Sweetest Dreams is a book like no other. With contributions by Vera Wang, world-renowned couture wedding gown designer, and Iris Apfel, iconic fashion industry personality, it is a unique visual feast, exploring couture wedding celebrations in a completely fresh and unexpected manner. Through exquisite, sophisticated and surprising imagery - from Paris haute couture to a ranch in Montana - it reveals the way Bonnae sees the world, inspired by everything from poetry to fine art resulting in a timeless, contemporary aspirational journey through a treasure trove of multi-cultural artistry.

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Book SynopsisThe perfect wedding does not need gimmicks or big spending, but a well-thought out idea put on in the right materials, the right way. In Big Day , experienced photographers, designers and florists share their insight and philosophy on deciding the right composition of elements to achieve effortlessly stylish looks for their past and recent clients. From wedding photography to invitation designs and venue settings, the diverse showcase catalogue inspirations and themes that match different personalities and taste. An index of colours, materials and special features provides easy references that every wedding organiser and new couples would find useful personalising their very own celebration.

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