Tuesday, June 2, 2009

Matrimony Managment: New Books on Weddings and Wedding Planning

Do I Have to Where White? Emily Post Answers America's Top Wedding Questions / written by Anna Post
The unopposed queen of etiquette and still the one to go to for answers on what to do according to the finishing school code of conduct, Emily Post has long been the defacto authority on what's proper--an all the more commendable feat seeing as she's been dead 50 years. There are already 5 published editions of Post's official wedding etiquette, but this book offers something a little different with its easy-to-follow format and accessible content. In very basic Q&A style, great-great-granddaughter Anna dishes on just what and how a proper wedding should be got off, expounding on both formal and informal wedding ceremonies with insights on outfit accessories, stationary for the programs, and just who and how many guests to invite. (395. 22 POST)

The Green Bride Guide: How to Create an Earth-Friendly Wedding on any Budget / by Kate L. Harrison
Environmentally-friendly weddings may be in vogue but most veterans of these types of ceremonies will tell you they aren't always so affordable, or easy to plan. If you're going all out and will settle for nothing but a full-fledged carbon-neutral, energy efficient, vegeterian ceremony, Harrison states that you'll almost certainly need an experienced planner, one with enough savvy to orchestrate the eco-friendly details, save money and still maintain the style you're going for. Even couples wanting a more of mainstream atmosphere but still desiring a wedding comprised of thrifty, eco-conscious attributes will need spend the appropriate amount of time researching things like catering, facilitation and energy costs. (395.22 HARRISON)

The Knot Guide to Destination Weddings: Tips, Tricks and Top Locations from Italy to the Islands / by Carley Roney w/ Joann Gregoli
The trendiest way to get married nowadays is with a destination wedding. Or so say the editors of this stylish book covering nearly every detail on getting hitched in a locale other than where you live. With advice on everything from picking out the most oppropriate setting for your celebration, legal marriage requirements in foreign countries, calculating traveling expenses and hiring caterers in your destination of choice, this is a great informative resource for anyone wanting a wedding ceremony with an exotic flare. It's also got some great charts, worksheets and templates for remembering those oh-so-important small details. (395.22 RONEY)

Wedding Rites: A Complete Guide to Traditional Vows, Music, Ceremonies, Blessings and Interfaith Services / Michael P. Foley
Frankly, this economy doesn't leave much room for loose budgeting and extravagance, especially when it comes to planning and executing your wedding day. Even the most important person involved at a traditional ceremony aside from the bride and groom--the minister--can have quite a lofty sum attached to his or her services. Understanding the necessary ceremonial rites, vows, blessings and procedures concerning all the vital details can be a key factor in determining just who to have orchestrating the most important day of your life. Fortunately, this book lets anyone and everyone (all persons of practicing judeo-christian faiths, that is) in on the exact rules and regulations for that special occasion. (265.5 FOLEY)

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