Weddings

Enhanced with illustrations, this comprehensive, updated guide provides brides-to-be with an array of money-saving tips and tricks for having a dream wedding at a reduced cost, including do-it-yourself projects, creative secrets, and more. Original.

Elizabeth Lluch.

In an insightful and whimsical look at modern-day weddings, leading women authors reflect on what weddings really mean to them, in a collection of essays by Dani Shapiro, Curtis Sittenfeld, Amy Bloom, Meghan Daum, Lara Vapynar, and others. Original.

A lighthearted, no-holds-barred examination of the bachelor party tradition discusses its historic origins in fifth-century Sparta, as well as its modern debaucheries, in an anecdotal survey that shares the experiences of revelers, bachelor party entertainers, and prospective brides. Original. 12,500 first printing.

A barn is a magical place for a wedding. Steeped in history and evoking the simplicity of a place that time has forgotten, the classic barn has been a subject irresistible to artists, poets, and city folk alike for its stoic visage and endearing presence. Inherent in the choice to have a barn wedding offers a great idea of flexibility and ample room for imagination. Your ceremony and reception can use the barn as a backdrop for a lovely day in the fresh country air. It can serve as the perfect canvas for an indoor reception, dappled by twinkling lights hung from the rafters and the glow of candles from tables full of loved ones. A barn works equally well as a backup for inclement weather or as the centerpiece of a wedding's design. In Barn Weddings, Maggie Lord offers ideas and advice on how to create a barn wedding, including information on different styles and décor as well as tips from the pros for making the day a special one to remember. Part indoor, part outdoor, but all beauty, history and romance, barn weddings are as practical as they are ripe with opportunity for charm and creativit Maggie Lord is the founder and editor of RusticWeddingChic.com, the number one wedding blog for brides planning a rustic and country-style wedding. She is the author of the book Rustic Wedding Chic and a contributing writer to The Huffington Post, DIY Weddings, as well as other publications, and is a sought-after wedding expert who frequently appears on television talk shows to discuss trends, styles and weddingplanning advice. Maggie also curates the RusticWeddingGuide.com, a collection of some of the finest rustic and country wedding venues and vendors in the country. Maggie is a graduate of the University of Connecticut and holds a master's degree from Southern New Hampshire University. She lives in Connecticut with her husband, Jon, and their son, Jack.

Presents an inspirational compilation of prose, poetry, and quotations, representing contributions from Plato, Sappho, Shakespeare, Auden, Shelley, Rilke, and many other notables, that are perfect for anyone planning a wedding ceremony or a renewal of vows.

From best-selling wedding author, Alex A. Lluch, comes Before We Say I Do. 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.

Martha Stewart has guided brides down the aisle, and over the threshold with thousands of ideas for making their wedding day unforgettable. In this breathtakingly beautiful volume you will find ideas and inspiration for everyelement of a wedding, including decorations, flowers, cakes, food, favors, and photography.

A how-to guide for the savvy, stylish bride.

Counseling brides on how to manage a wide range of situations pertaining to any kind of wedding, a modern etiquette guide addresses both traditional and non-traditional situations while discussing such topics as pre-wedding events, interfaith marriages, and step-families. Original.