Weddings, wedding planners Books

Book SynopsisEnjoy an enormous collection of bouquets for brides and their maids, along with boutonnière designs for the gentlemen, and something for every other special member of the wedding party. There are corsages, hairpieces, baskets, ring pillows, and pomanders for the big day. This is a wonderful guide to the latest styles in floral adornment, organized by color, favorite flowers, and themes to help you find your style amidst a virtual rainbow of ideas. A look to fit every unique event can be found in this luscious collection of imagery. For the over-achieving bride or empowered mother who wants to make their own floral adornments, professional florist Bill Murphy offers tutorials on techniques for creating bouquets, boutonnières, corsages, a tussie-mussie, and a floral sphere for the flower girl. Whether you''re making your own, or consulting with a professional, this book is a wonderful guide to finding your look.

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Book SynopsisPlanning your wedding is all about the details, and this book will help make one detail much easier, understandable, and fun the wedding cake. Through 346 images, a delicious variety of cakes will whet your appetite and spark your creativity, as well as help you decide on the type, style, and design for your big day. Do you prefer the splendor of an all-white cake or one with modern simplicity? White buttercream roses and lilies or fondant flowers and leaves? Maybe you''d like icing lace to match your wedding dress? The choices are made much easier by using this wedding cake guide. Details of the beautiful cake designs accompany the images while the text explores the history and traditions involved with wedding cakes. With a glossary of cake decoration terms and tips on choosing a cake designer, this is a great resource for any bride (and groom)-to-be, wedding planner, and bakery owner.

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Book SynopsisDestination weddings have evolved significantly from the proverbial white-sand-beach ceremony to an intimate, memorable experience in a place that''s special to the couple. This gorgeous book shows you how to curate a bespoke wedding that both reflects your own personal style and captures the flavor of the destination. The authorsa bridal stylist, an international destination wedding planner, and a photographertake you to six unique romantic settings, such as Palm Beach, Paris, Barbados, and the Berkshires. They share behind-the-design commentary on how each wedding location inspired everything from attire and accessories to the invitations, program, place settings, and signature drinks. Intended to spark the imagination, the book is also a comprehensive planning guide filled with tips and essential checklists for creating a once-in-a-lifetime experience for you and your guests.

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Book SynopsisAward-winning stationery designer, painter, and stylist Kristy Rice, consultant to celebrities, bridges the gap between how to dream your wedding and how to do your wedding.

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Book SynopsisMany engaged couples want their invitations to reflect top-quality artisan style rather than a mass-produced design. This thorough guide covers all you need to know to ensure your invitations are creatively perfect. It will also prove invaluable for specialty artisan printers who produce work for nuptials. All the elements of wedding stationery are covered here, including the invitation, envelopes, reception cards, ceremony cards, reply cards, and more. Guidance on wording, envelope addresses, design, and printing allows you to confidently make correct choices. Examples include wording for every type of observance, whether it be a traditional, blended, or same-sex marriage, or a nonreligious or commitment ceremony. This is a key reference for anyone planning their union, as well as small letterpress printers, calligraphers, and others who offer similar handmade invitations.

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Book SynopsisA beautiful collection of poems, prayers, and toasts for all marriage celebrations.Finding the right words about love for a wedding or anniversary can be difficult. In Wedding Blessings, June Cotner has collected perfect selections for the bride, groom, members of the wedding party, and other family and friends to share. From verses and vows to prayers and toasts, the sentiments of Wedding Blessings will help make any marriage celebration more memorable. With selections devoted to 'anniversaries' and 'Reflections', Wedding Blessings also serves as a tribute to and affirmation of marriage.Filled with inspiration and timeless words by renowned authors such as Robert Browning, Rainer Maria Rilke, the Persian poet Rumi, as well as many contemporary writers, this spiritual, multi-faith anthology offers true gems suitable for all aspects of weddings, anniversaries, and vow-renewal ceremonies. Wedding Blessings is a wonderful gift for the bri

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Book SynopsisFrom the #1 wedding brand comes this indispensable resource, completely revised and updated, to help you choose the perfect words, music, and traditions for your ceremony and reception The ceremony is the cornerstone of your wedding celebration. There are countless ways to make it your own, from meaningful poetry readings to the music that plays as you walk down the aisle. The Knot Guide to Wedding Vows and Traditions is an important resource for brides and grooms. New and expanded topics in this edition include:-Interfaith ceremonies and blending spiritual traditions-Ways to use technology to enhance your ceremony-New online resources for finding the perfect words for your vows, program, and more -Gay marriages and civil unions-Popular song choices that are already considered classicsThroughout, you’ll also find a rich and inspiring selection of both classic and original ideas for:-Religious or secular vows and r

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Book SynopsisA fresh, modern take on wedding design perfect for today’s bride. Paige Appel and Kelly Harris started designing weddings in 2009, and their work immediately resonated with young brides and grooms: weddings in fields, art galleries, refurbished warehouses, vineyards, hip hotels, or farmhouses. Weddings that featured Mimolette and Mexican beer; fireside chats; succulents and wildflowers; funny jokes; farm-to-table dinners; recycling; offbeat photography; desert heat or mountain snow; salty cookies; pots of paint and confetti cannons. People, Real Simple, Daily Candy, and Design Sponge are just a few of the publications that responded to their addictive mix of old and new, vintage and modern. In this, their first book, Appel and Harris share ideas from the weddings they have designed, such as celebrations at a Palos Verdes farm (Red Hot Juleps, wildflowers galore, a mouthwatering Sweets Stable) and The Ace Hotel in Palm Springs (a bourbon-soaked retro cocktail hour, colossal ballooTrade Review"If you are looking for a book with a ton of current inspiration and whole lot of fun...this is the book for you." ~beauandarrowevents.com"The New-Fashioned Wedding puts real-life wedding ideas (destination elopements, themed nuptials) and snazzy venues like Palm Springs’s Ace Hotel front and center." ~Dailycandy.com"This book serves as a guide to anyone who is seeking to host an immaculately memorable and personal celebration...you'll want to get married again after reading this." ~The Society Diaries"Every page is seemingly more beautiful than the last, making this book an absolute favorite.." ~Rue Magazine

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Book SynopsisThe first guide to posing and sensitively capturing same-sex couples on their big day, The New Art of Capturing Love equips semi-pro and professional wedding photographers to enter the exciting new LGBT wedding photography market.These are exciting times for marriage equality—but capturing memorable LGBTQ portraits requires a novel approach to posing, which until now has been nearly exclusively oriented toward pairing a taller man in black with a smaller woman in white. What works for Jack and Jill won’t necessarily work for Jack and Michael, let alone Jill and Louise. The New Art of Capturing Love shatters the “old standards” of wedding and engagement photography by showing how inappropriate they can be for today’s diverse couples, then shares easy-to-implement poses and techniques that can be applied to any couple (and wedding party), no matter their orientations, to create lasting memories.   Trade Review"The New Art of Capturing Love is completely fresh and moving—like no other photography handbook. It opens doors for photographers, not only to new business opportunities but also to more understanding and acceptance of people in general. The images are beautiful and this book is an education and inspiration to all photographers—no matter who they photograph. Treat yourself to the simple joy of photographing love.” —Kevin Kubota, wedding photographer and author of Kevin Kubota’s Lighting Notebook and Digital Photography Boot Camp “This book . . . offers an amazing collection of images of love between two people, their families, and friends. I hope you’ll be as inspired by it as I am.” —From the foreword by Martie Maguire of the Dixie Chicks and Court Yard Hounds"Anticipating the needs of your couples is integral to the success of any and all wedding professionals. This revolutionary book will empower you with the essentials to successfully navigate these new and exciting waters."—Meghan Ely, owner of wedding marketing and PR firm OFD Consulting and blogger for The Knot."These joyful same-sex marriage photos show how fabulously normal it's become. The very existence of the "essential guide to lesbian & gay wedding photography" speaks volumes."—Michael Mechanic, Mother JonesTable of ContentsForewordPrefaceIntroduction1: A Wedding Revolution2: Breaking the Mold3: Engangements4: Two Grooms5: Two Brides6: Wedding Parties7: Wedding RitualsParting ThoughtsContributorsAppendixAcknowledgementsGlossaryAbout the AuthorsIndex

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Book Synopsis50 real outdoor weddings reveal the keys to making the most of your setting’s natural beauty, while infusing it with special, meaningful touches that are all your own.   The romance of an outdoor wedding is undeniable. In any outdoor setting—beach or backyard, vineyard or mountaintop—the couple has unlimited opportunity to personalize their day and create unforgettable ambience. The weddings featured in The Knot Outdoor Weddings were inspired by twinkling lights and cityscapes, fresh herbs and countryside farmers’ markets, shells and the sea, mountain peaks and endless vistas. . . .  The Knot Outdoor Weddings also includes location-specific planning advice for the details of your event, such as attire, color palettes, stationery, menu, and favors, as well as considerations for perfecting your plan B and keeping guests comfortable in any weather.

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Book SynopsisThe Knot, the #1 resource for brides, compiled their all-time best wedding details (cakes, bouquets and centerpieces, vows, décor and more), planning advice, and ideas for celebrations big and small within this beautiful box set of four colorful mini books. Whether you’re looking for a breathtaking bouquet, an unforgettably original cake, or the perfect reading for your ceremony, these books offer hundreds of ways to make the day your own. With more than 200 photographs and inspiration for:Invitations * cakes * bridal bouquets in every hue * aisle and altar decorations * ceremony readings  * guidance for writing your own vows * escort cards * table settings * centerpieces * reception décor * toasts * favors * and more

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Book SynopsisGoodbye, caterers. So long, wedding coordinators. Here is the bride''s guide to thinking outside that robin''s egg bluewedding-industry box. In this, the only comprehensive do-it-yourself wedding book, youll find everything you need to pulloff a personalized celebration. No cookie-cutter weddings here! With how-to info on flowers, invites, food, the ceremony,and more, The DIY Wedding makes it easy to spend less and create an event that is entirely original. Inspiring ideas,countless resources, budgeting tips, contract templates, plus start-to-finish projects ease the planning pressure.

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Book SynopsisThe first critical analysis of contemporary arranged marriage among South Asians in a global context Arranged marriage is an institution of global fascinationan object of curiosity, revulsion, outrage, and even envy. Marian Aguiar provides the first sustained analysis of arranged marriage as a transnational cultural phenomenon, revealing how its meaning has been continuously reinvented within the South Asian diaspora of Britain, the United States, and Canada. Aguiar identifies and analyzes representations of arranged marriage in an interdisciplinary set of textsfrom literary fiction and Bollywood films, to digital and print media, to contemporary law and policy on forced marriage. Aguiar interprets depictions of South Asian arranged marriage to show we are in a moment of conjugal globalization, identifying how narratives about arranged marriage bear upon questions of consent, agency, state power, and national belonging. Aguiar argues that these discourses illuminate deep divisions inTrade Review"With this timely and interesting book, Marian Aguiar locates arranged marriage on a spectrum between coercion and choice, against the tendency to read it off at the two extremes. By contextualizing it historically and geographically she shows us how arranged marriage has changed over time and according to place."—Rajeswari Sunder Rajan, New York University"A timely feminist intervention in the Orientalized preoccupations with arranged marriage in the West, Marian Aguiar has given us a lucid and fresh account of arranged marriage, taking readers through the concept’s transnational circuits. The rich archive assembled here—literature, film, court cases, state documents—is sure to unsettle preconceived Western notions of arranged marriages. What follows is a measured, insightful commentary on questions of consent and agency, but also labor, migration, state power, and national belonging."—Jyoti Puri, Simmons CollegeTable of ContentsContentsPrologue: Oh! Calcutta!Introduction: Plasticity, Hybridity, and Postcolonial Biology1. “No Escape from Form”: Saleem’s Spittoon, Padma’s Musculature, and Neoliberal Hybridity in Salman Rushdie’s Midnight’s Children2. Shibboleth: Hybridity, Diaspora, and Passing in Hari Kunzru’s The Impressionist3. Doyle Plays Sherlock: Julian Barnes’s Unofficial Englishmen, Arthur and GeorgeEpilogue: The Good LifeAcknowledgmentsNotesBibliographyIndex

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Book SynopsisMad Libs is the world’s greatest word game and the perfect gift or activity for anyone who likes to laugh! Write in the missing words on each page to create your own hilariously funny stories all about bachelorette parties!Pass the TYPE OF LIQUID, it''s bachelorette bash time! With 21 “fill-in-the-blank” stories about getting married, exotic resorts, and making unforgettable memories, Bachelorette Bash Mad Libs is the perfect activity for any bachelorette party! Play alone, in a group, or at a bar crawl! Adult Mad Libs are a fun activity recommended for ages 18 to NUMBER.

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Book SynopsisThis quintessential book on the wedding dress, newly revised and updated in a collector’s edition, is an exciting look at a variety of luxurious wedding dresses, celebrating their beauty, sophistication, and romance. From Jacqueline Kennedy to Grace Kelly, Oleg Cassini’s designs are synonymous with the world’s most glamorous women. The same electrifying elegance resonates with his magnificently crafted bridal gowns. This book showcases a wide range of styles by such fashion luminaries as Cassini, Chanel, Dior, Armani, and McQueen, among others, featuring such notable photographers as Patrick Demarchelier, Benno Graziani, Horst, Arthur Elgort, Milton Greene, David LaChapelle, and Irving Penn who capture the effervescent spirit that is associated with the wedding dress. This volume begins with an overview of the sumptuous wedding gown, chronicling its history from royal weddings to today’s celebrities and presents a variety of silhouettes—from elegaTrade Review"A newly revised and updated collector's edition of the late, great designer Oleg Cassini's definitive fashion tome"—California Style Magazine

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Book SynopsisIn his debut book, acclaimed event designer Bryan Rafanelli shares his secrets for creating unforgettable parties.Voted one of the top wedding designers in the world by Vogue, Bryan Rafanelli has designed and produced some of the nation's most exclusive and high-profile events, including many for President Obama at the White House as well as Chelsea Clinton's wedding. In his first book, Rafanelli shares his philosophy for creating artful celebrations that convey beauty and elegance while telling a story unique to its hosts. From a seaside destination wedding to a stylish masquerade fete, Rafanelli's work is marked by stunning statements and clever everyday details.The book opens with key Rafanelli principles to hosting great celebrations, from considering a room's surfaces--the floor, walls, and ceiling--to how adding guests will change what you see. He shares his thoughts on the importance of enhancing what's already part of a space rather than obscuring it, as Trade Review"This first book from event designer extraordinaire Bryan Rafanelli—he's created events for movie stars, society titans, and heads of state—shares some of his most memorable projects as well as advice for amateur entertainers on throwing their own unforgettable soirées. Don't believe us? Ask Chelsea Clinton, a Rafanelli client and fan who wrote the book's intro." —TOWN & COUNTRY"With a foreword from Chelsea Clinton, Bryan Rafanelli's A Great Party is an event-planner's debut that belongs on your bookshelf. A must-read for anyone who dreams of being the dinner party host of their friend group, this book will show you how to put together unforgettable events that range from ultra-casual to glam and grand. No matter where on this spectrum your Friendsgiving falls, you're going to find something to love in A Great Party." —BUSTLE"Whether you’re actually planning a big do or just a fan of gorgeous photos and luxurious party decorations, this book is a visual feast that would also make a great gift for the party planner in your life." —SURROUNDINGS"Powerhouse event planner Bryan Rafanelli masterminded the holiday decor for President Obama's White House and even organized Chelsea Clinton's wedding. Now you can throw a POTUS-worthy fete of your own, courtesy of his new title which reveals his best-kept secrets for conjuring memorably elegant celebrations that spin a personal yarn." —GALERIE MAGAZINE "His first book, aptly and simply titled A Great Party, is a window into the world of designing such grand affairs." —GUEST OF A GUEST "Grand celebrations are the forte of event planner to the very A-list Bryan Rafanelli. In his first book A Great Party, Rafanelli invites us to the parties and events he has orchestrated in palaces, museums, historied family estates and island getaways." —FORBES.COM "Want to know what it’s like to work with Hillary Clinton, party with Elton John, or save a Turkish wedding from a hailstorm? Boston’s own events impresario to the stars finally tells all." —BOSTON MAGAZINE

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Book SynopsisInspiring ideas for hosting a spectacular wedding from the experts of Relais & Châteaux, the world’s finest hotel and restaurant association. Whether intimate or grand in scale, every couple wants to create a memorable wedding that feels personal and completely unique to them. The enchanting weddings featured here showcase imaginative ideas for a wide range of celebrations, from a cozy affair on a rustic ranch to a vibrant seaside celebration to a sophisticated dinner in a city mansion. Proprietors, wedding planners, florists, and chefs offer their insights on everything from distinctive invitations and stunning floral designs to creative cakes and inviting table settings, culminating in the ultimate go-to resource for weddings. 

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Book SynopsisBy growing your own wedding flowers, you can add a personal element to your special occasion, while caring for the environment and saving money at the same time.Filled with gorgeous pictures, this friendly, no-nonsense book makes growing and arranging your own flowers achievable and fun. Whether you''re growing for a wedding or a birthday, festival or other celebration, artisan farmer and florist Georgie Newbery''s cheerful advice takes you through everything you need to know.Beginning with a foreword by Sarah Raven, this step-by-step guide covers planning, growing, cutting and conditioning your flowers. There are sections dedicated to flowers for spring, early-summer, high-summer, autumn and winter weddings to ensure you''re getting the best blooms for the season. There are creative flower craft ideas for special occasions, including buttonholes, bouquets, centrepieces, garlands and flower crowns.From jam-jar posies to elaborate displays, this lovely Trade ReviewAn excellent guide to growing seasonal, eco-friendly flowers for that very special day. Newbery writes in a way that’s both chatty and yet reassuringly authoritative, offering tips on everything from selecting the finest varieties to how best to avoid any Bridezilla-style meltdowns. * Fionnuala Fallon, The Irish TImes *This book helps you every step of the way, from choosing, to planting, to cutting and arranging ... The photography is gorgeous and the real weddings featured are full of so much pretty. * Phoebe, SoYou'reGettingMarried *It isn’t just however, a book about how to grow flowers, with Georgie’s extensive experience in wedding floristry she provides invaluable advice required to ensure every step of the process runs smoothly and is realistic with the challenges that can arise. * Charlie Burton, The Natural Wedding Company *Daunting as such a task may seem, this book’s delightful descriptions and photographs of seasonal flowers may convince any bride, groom, or parent-of-the-engaged to tackle the ambitious endeavor of growing flowers for a wedding. * Publishers Weekly *Even experienced gardeners would find growing perfect flowers for a wedding daunting. There is a high chance you could find yourself weeping over a bed of wilting annuals a week before the big day. I am confident, however, that this book will get you through to the wedding with bucketsfull of blooms to show for your efforts. * Tamsin Hope Thomson, The English Garden *As with her earlier volume, The Flower Farmer’s Year — an indispensable guide to setting up a flower-growing business — the information is detailed, precise and easy to understand. The author shows how to sow, grow and arrange the entire floral display, down to the last stem. * Jane Powers, Sunday Times Ireland *To quote Georgie Newbery from the chapter relating to the use of flower food during preparations, ‘You are looking for life, growth and a field of flowers in every posy dancing a celebration of your wedding day’. To me this sums up a key message from this wonderful book, that is to take another look at locally grown flowers and seriously consider growing your own, if the idea appeals to you then this book will be essential reading in order to achieve great results, providing you get your copy well in advance of the big day so you have time to follow the advice and guidance given by Georgie. * Chris Allen, The Gardening Times *If you like a challenge and are prepared to follow some simple guidelines then it’s possible to save a fortune both on wedding flowers and on air miles. You’ll have the satisfaction of creating something really beautiful and personal for a very special day. * Sue Berger, Backlane Notebook *Should you buy this book? Well of course you should. There are only a handful of books worth buying on the subject of growing and cutting flowers and this is one of them. * Benjamin Ranyard at Higgeldy Garden *Consider this book an investment if you have a wedding to plan for; otherwise, flower arrangers should draw inspiration from the suggestions in the book using wildflowers, hedgerow, cutting patch and what's in the garden already. I think this is a book that will be both a brilliant winter read and an excellent reference. I give it a big thumbs up and might just have to rethink my whole seed list for next year. * Caro Shrives *This book describes how to plant, harvest and arrange blooms to reflect your own sentiment and style. Georgie Newbery inspires any bride to turn her flower dreams into a beautiful reality. * Debra Prinzing, Slowflowers.com *As this inspiring book shows, a great deal of hard work and planning goes into growing beautiful flowers – and there’s no one better to guide you through it than Georgie. * Constance Craig Smith, Daily Mail Weekend Magazine *Table of ContentsForeword by Sarah Raven Introduction Part One - Practical Matters 1. Planning ahead 2. Growing your flowers 3. Cutting and conditioning Part Two - Planning for your Wedding 4. A spring wedding 5. An early-summer wedding 6. A high-summer wedding 7. An autumn wedding 8. A winter wedding Part three - Wedding Floristry 9. How to make a hand-tied posy or bouquet 10. How to make a buttonhole or corsage 11. How to make a table centrepiece 12. How to make a garland 13. How to make a flower crown 14. How to make fresh petal confetti Afterword Appendix 1: Plant names Appendix 2: Season planner Resources Index

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Book SynopsisThe complete guide to wedding flower arrangements, covering how to make everything from a simple button hole to grand table center pieces and ornate displays for the venue. The easy to follow step-by-step guides show you how to achieve these without spending a fortune.

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Book SynopsisLet Dummies be your wedding planner and get hitched without a hitch Planning A Wedding For Dummies covers everything you need to know to pull off the perfect celebration on your big day. This book even makes it fun! We take the stress out of wedding planning, simplifying the whole process and giving you the tools you need to plan and execute a memorable day. Send out those save-the-dates, manage any crisis that might arise on the day of, and everything in between. Dummies has your back. This friendly For Dummies book is your guide on the exciting journey of planning all the events leading up to the wedding, as well as post-wedding activities. Planning A Wedding For Dummies includes tips and checklists to keep you organized, whether you'll have 10 guests or 1,000 guests. Break down the wedding planning process into simple steps, so you can stay on trackLaugh along as you read stories about real-life couples who have gone before you and gain insight into wedding day outcomes and scenariosKeep everything in perspective to keep your wedding stress-freeFind worksheets and checklists to help you through budgeting and beyondWith this perfect guide, you can plan a perfect weddingand say I do on the best day of your life!Table of ContentsIntroduction 1 Part 1: It’s YOUR Day! 5 Chapter 1: You Said Yes! 7 Chapter 2: Sharing the Exciting News 23 Chapter 3: Everyone Has a Budget 43 Part 2: Taking Care of Logistics 55 Chapter 4: Your Day Is Only as Good as Your Team 57 Chapter 5: All-Inclusive Wedding Planning 89 Chapter 6: Location, Location, Location 99 Chapter 7: Inviting Friends and Family 117 Chapter 8: Adding Special Touches with Flowers 149 Part 3: Style Icon 171 Chapter 9: In Pursuit of Your Dream Dress 173 Chapter 10: What Everyone Else Will Be Wearing 199 Part 4: Ceremony To-Do’s 213 Chapter 11: Making Your Marriage Legal 215 Chapter 12: Where the Magic Happens: Planning and Personalizing Your Ceremony 227 Part 5: Let’s Party 251 Chapter 13: Celebrating After the Ceremony: The Reception 253 Chapter 14: What’s on the Menu? 271 Chapter 15: Enjoying Your Party 293 Part 6: Wedding Weekend Events 305 Chapter 16: Practice Makes Perfect 307 Chapter 17: Pre- and Post-Wedding Events 329 Chapter 18: Honeymooning with your BFF 339 Part 7: The Part of Tens 351 Chapter 19: Ten Ways to Ensure a Bad Day 353 Chapter 20: Ten Reasons You’re Normal 359 Index 365

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Book Synopsis‘Tender and engrossing, this romance will touch your heart and make you smile' RACHEL HORE 'You’ll fall a lot in love with A Little in Love. Secrets, romance, escapism - yes please!' JULIET ASHTON'A warm, delightful joy of a book' PATRICIA SCANLAN ‘Fun, fresh and full of fizz, I loved it!’ LAURA KEMPThe little village of Weddington is fast becoming THE place to get married. With its stately home, castle and two churches it has something for everyone, and now, famous after appearing in huge romcom movie hit A Little In Love, it’s hosting a monthly wedding fayre… Rose Pedal is the proud owner of Pedals & Prosecco, a brand new business serving ice-cold fizz from a vintage bicycle, and she’s excited to be attending her first wedding fayre. But, on the way to Weddington Hall she’s involTrade Review'If you're after an unashamed slice of charming romantic fiction, this is for you!' HEAT ‘Entertaining, warm-hearted and witty, this is the perfect romantic read!’ My Weekly 'I fell more than a little in love with this book. Florence is an incredible storyteller and this book is the perfect cute romance read' LUCY KEELING 'A warm, comfort read of a book with the kind of rom-com characters you recognise and root for' ANNA MANSELL ‘I thoroughly enjoyed this heart-warming and ever-so-cute story. What an adorable tale!’ LUCY MITCHELL ‘I absolutely loved this charming romance! It was funny, fresh and an utterly fabulous read’ HOLLY MARTIN 'A good old fashioned 'will they, won't they' romance filled with as much fun and sparkle as the bubbles in Rose's prosecco. Perfect escapism, best enjoyed with a glass of fizz!' KATHLEEN WHYMAN 'An absolutely charming and joyful read with lots of laugh-out-loud moments along the way. Overflowing with fabulous friendships, dreamy romance and all things weddings, it really did warm my heart and leave me with a big smile on my face' KIM NASH

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Book SynopsisIllustrator Linda Hill Griffith tries to infuse her life, as well as her designs, with joy and humor. She has illustrated countless greeting cards, calendars, and children's books for companies such as HarperCollins. She lives in Orange County, California.

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Book SynopsisFollowing the success of Don''ts for Husbands and Don''ts for Wives a brand new old collection of advice for couples from courtship to the honeymoon.On looking for a partner in life:Don''t single out a girl if you do not intend to propose to her, for the way in which your conduct is regarded will be greatly influenced by your banking accountOn The Question:Don''t rush but chose an auspicious moment, A man who tries to propose when a servant is expected to arrive with a scuttle of coals is not likely to meet with much favour.On the Engagement:Don''t allow awkward pauses to break the conversation because your thoughts and eyes are hungrily trying to follow your lover, who is manfully assisting the hostess.On Planning The Event:Don''t forget that elderly bridesmaids in youthful frocks and girlish hats are ridiculous to the unthinking, and pathetic to those who look below the surface.On GifTable of Contents1. Choosing a Spouse 2. The Courtship 3. The Question of Age 4. The Proposal 5. Celebrating the Engagement 6. The Engaged Couple 7. Should Matters go Awry 8. Elopements 9. Preparations, Gowns and the Trousseau 10. The Invitations 11. Wedding Presents 12. Setting up Home 13. Banns and Legal Formalities 14. Planning the Day 15. The Bride 16. The Bridesmaids 17. The Groom and Best Man 18. The Reception 19. The Honeymoon 20. The Newly-Married Couple in Society 21. Marriages Requiring Further Thought 22. Second Marriages

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Book SynopsisFiona Watt (Author) Fiona Watt is an Editorial Director and writer at Usborne Publishing. She graduated from Exeter University with a Bachelor of Education in Art and Design. She taught for three years at a primary school in Kent, before spending two years at a British school in The Netherlands. She started working at Usborne in 1989 and has written and edited hundreds of books including baby and novelty, sticker, art and craft, cookery, science and activity books. She has written all the titles in the award-winning THAT'S NOT MY series and many in the highly successful Sticker Dolly Dressing series. She is the sixth biggest-selling UK children's author, with over 10 million of her books sold in the UK since records began.Lucy Bowman (Author) Lucy Bowman grew up in a village in Cheshire, where she spent her time having adventures outdoors or reading about them in books. She completed a degree in American Studies and joined Usborne to write books on all kTrade ReviewLittle girls don’t just have to dream about their fairytale wedding, they can make their own with this sticker book from Usborne. * Yours *The perfect book to celebrate the royal wedding with! * Easy Peazy magazine *Usborne’s new sticker dolly dressing book...provides the opportunity to let your imagination run wild with sticker creations of the wedding of your dreams, with all the trimmings. There are different characters to dress up on each page, with every stage of the wedding and its preparations covered in a variety of scenes...Our seven year old pounced on this book with great delight, but her older siblings were also caught having a sneaky go with the stickers when she wasn’t looking. * The Evening Echo (Cork) *

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Book SynopsisA contemporary guide for today's mother of the bride! Congratulations! Your daughter is engaged! Now it's time to start planning the big event. The Mother of the Bride Guide will help you get your daughter down the aisle in style. With expert guidance every step of the way, wedding planner Katie Martin explains all you need to know about: Getting the most out of Pinterest and wedding-planning sites Meeting the future in-laws Navigating sticky situations, like ex-spouses and former family members Mastering social media etiquette Knowing when to speak up--and when to keep quiet! This practical guide covers everything you need to make sure your daughter has the perfect--and stress-free--day of her dreams.

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