Three new wedding books to review
Nov 16th, 2009 by Katie
You’re not properly planning your wedding these days unless you’ve got a hefty tome in hand taking you step-by-step down the aisle 
Wedding planning books are hitting the shelves faster than you can say ‘I do’ and we really need the help of our lovely Ethical Weddings readers to work our what’s hot and what’s not.
We’ve got 3 new titles for you to get stuck into – let us know which one takes your fancy and a copy will be on its way to you (we have more copies of some than others so we’ll send them out on a first come, first served basis).
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Here are the wedding planning books waiting for your beady reviewer eyes…
‘The Rough Guide to Weddings’ by Ruth Tidball
Out in February 2010, get your hands on a copy in December by reviewing it for Ethical Weddings!
The blurb: ‘The guide is practical and down-to-earth, providing all the advice and information needed to plan a dream wedding day, whether that be a green wedding, a Civil Partnership ceremony, an alternative bash, or a traditional church-and-champagne affair.
From the practicalities of budgets and venue-booking to the emotional curveballs along the way from cold feet to mutineering bridesmaids the guide tries to help the bride and groom pull off the perfect wedding without losing their minds.’
‘Miss Manners’ Guide to a Surprisingly Dignified Wedding’ by Judith Martin
Out in January 2010, get your review copy of this thorough but humorous examination of wedding etiquette now!
The blurb: ‘In this age of overblown weddings, something essential has been forgotten. Something decent, something dignified, something Miss Manners knows all about: etiquette. In this book, Miss Manners, a.k.a. Judith Martin, aided by her daughter, takes on our culture of commercialized love and with trademark wit tells brides and their cortège what advice to ignore, what “traditions” to skip, and how to achieve the rare, tasteful wedding.
Miss Manners has culled thousands of questions from bewildered grooms, bankrupt parents, bridezillas and bridesmaids covering marital matters large and small—from same sex marriages and melded families, to reply cards and bachelorette parties. Judith and Jacobina Martin navigate the world of weddings with respectful hilarity, helping their “gentle readers” to recognize that etiquette does not have to mean extravagance.’
‘Your Beautiful Wedding on Any Budget’ by Todd Outcalt
The blurb: ‘With the average cost of a wedding hovering around $30,000, many couples wind up deep in debt to pay for this big day. But Pastor Todd Outcalt, who has counseled hundreds of couples on how to avoid this strain on a new marriage, shows you another way.
‘Your Beautiful Wedding on Any Budget’ reveals how to craft a debt-free big day, gives you the techniques and strategies to help you enter into marriage with a bigger wallet and lower stress level. Rather focusing on a certain dollar amount, ‘Your Beautiful Wedding on Any Budget’ allows you to design a plan tailored to your financial reality, whatever that may be.’
Update: 17 November
I spoke too soon. We have 4 books ready for your review! We have just received a copy of ‘Budget Weddings for Dummies’ by Meg Schneider.
If you don’t mind putting your hand up and admitting you’re not all that when it comes to planning a budget wedding, why not grab a copy of this guide to show you the way down that straight and narrow aisle?
The blurb: ‘In this downturned economy, many couples do not have the finances to spend on a lavish wedding. For those looking to save money, the new Budget Weddings For Dummies provides suggestions on deals, fun insights, and advice on how to plan a stylish wedding for much less than you might think. Future brides and grooms will learn how to:
- Make and keep a budget
- Get great deals on gowns, tuxes, cakes, invitations, photography, food, and wedding locations
- Infuse creative, economical, and green ideas that emphasize style and elegance
- Find the most economical time of year to hold a wedding
- Negotiate with vendors
- Avoid hidden expenses and add-ons
- Create wedding items like invitations, decorations, favors, and many more
The book is also a valuable resource for parents, friends, and families who may contribute their time and money to the celebration.
Want to know how to spend less on food? Plan an eco-friendly budget wedding? Check out this Cheat Sheet on Dummies.com.