The Modern Bride Survival Guide

by van der Meer, Antonia

• ISBN13: 9780470170557
• ISBN10: 0470170557
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2007-10-22
• Publisher: Wiley

Summary

SPECIAL OFFER! A one-year (6 issues) subscription to Modern Bride magazine is included with the purchase of this book. Please see the back flap of the book for offer and refund details.When it's time to start planning for your special day, there's no better source than Modern Bride. This stylish, contemporary guide is packed with all the information and advice you need to create the wedding of your dreams, from planning the perfect ceremony and reception to surviving any challenges you may face on the way to your big day. It's simply the most inspiring, thorough and up-to-date wedding planner you'll find anywhere.

Author Biography

Antonia van der Meer is the Editor-in-Chief of Condé Nast's Modern Bride magazine. The author of twelve books and hundreds of magazine articles, van der Meer has appeared on many national TV shows to discuss weddings, including the Today show and Good Morning America in addition to appearances on CNN, MSNBC, E!, Oxygen, WE tv, and more.

Table of Contents

Introduction

From Modern Bride Editor-in-Chief Antonia van der Meer

Get Started

Begin Your Wedding Planning On The Right Foot

Create Your Ceremony

Tips For Planning A Meaningful Service

Plan A Great Reception

How To Design A Better Celebration

Dress Your Best

Fashion Advice To Help You Find The Perfect Style

Get Gorgeous

How To Get Fit And Fabulous For The Big Day

Select Your Registry

Everything You Need To Know About The Gifts You'll Want To Receive

Choose The Caterer

The Dish On Deciding Your Wedding Menu

Create The Cake

Crafting Your Dream Dessert

Pick Your Flowers

Bouquets, Centerpieces and All That Blooms

Select Your Stationery

Invitations, Save-The-Dates And Other Wedding Paperie

Manage The Music

How To Find Top-Notch Performers To Play At Your Party

Take Your Best Shots

Preserve Your Memories With Great Photography

Be Good To Your Bridesmaids

All About Your Girls-And How To Keep Them Happy And Helpful

Guide Your Groomsmen

How To Organize and Outfit The Men In The Bridal Party

Gift Your Guests

A Guide To Welcome Baskets, Favors and More

Plan The Other Parties

Extend Your Celebration With These Weekend Events

Make Everyone Happy

Tips To Help You Be A Top-Notch Hostess

Get Married Away

Planning A Wedding In A Distant Location

Plan Your Honeymoon

Find Your Ideal Getaway with Our Guidance

Worksheets

Budget Worksheets, Wedding Countdown, Registry Checklist and Big-Day Schedule

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