1001 Ways To Save Money . . . and Still Have a Dazzling Wedding

by Naylor, Sharon

• ISBN13: 9780658021091
• ISBN10: 0658021095
• Edition: Revised
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2001-08-09
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill

Summary

The bestselling guide, updated with new websites and ideas Sharon Naylor believes that every bride deserves to have the wedding of her dreams. With this new edition of 1001 Ways to Save Money . . . and Still Have a Dazzling Wedding, she arms brides with more than 1,001 proven money-saving hints, tips, and strategies for creating a fabulous wedding without breaking the bank. Writing with verve and an infectious enthusiasm for all things bridal, Sharon walks readers through every wedding-related event-from announcing an engagement to planning a honeymoon to writing thank-you notes. She reveals where to cut corners and where not to, how to help families and bridal parties save money, where to find free assistance, and how brides can keep from feeling as if they're shortchanging their dreams just to save a few bucks. For this revised edition, the author has put together an up-to-the-minute list of Web addresses and contact information for the best on-line, print, and brick-and-mortar bridal sources.

Author Biography

Sharon Naylor is the author of Create the Wedding of Your Dreams and other popular bridal books. Her articles have appeared in Brides, Parents, Woman's Day, Better Homes and Gardens, Good Housekeeping, and other major magazines.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments	vii
Preface	ix
General Cost-Cutting Rules	xiii
Your Engagement Announcements	1	(6)
Your Engagement Party	7	(6)
Getting Organized	13	(16)
Finding Savings at Bridal Shows	29	(6)
Your Bridal Registry	35	(8)
Your Bridal Party	43	(4)
Setting a Budget	47	(8)
The Season and Date of Your Wedding	55	(6)
The Time of Day	61	(4)
Your Wedding Location	65	(10)
The Reception Hall	75	(6)
Religious Elements	81	(4)
Your Gown	85	(18)
Your Shoes and Accessories	103	(12)
Dressing the Bridal Party	115	(16)
Dressing the Mothers of the Bride and Groom	131	(4)
Keepsakes	135	(6)
How Many Guests?	141	(4)
Invitations	145	(12)
Legal Matters	157	(6)
The Rings	163	(10)
Flowers and Decorations	173	(16)
Transportation for All	189	(10)
Music for the Ceremony	199	(4)
The Photographer and Videographer	203	(20)
Wedding Programs	223	(4)
The Guest Book	227	(2)
Decorating the Reception Location	229	(4)
Planning the Menu	233	(10)
Beverages	243	(6)
Reception Entertainment	249	(10)
The Cake	259	(8)
Favors and Mementos	267	(4)
Wedding Night Accommodations	271	(4)
Planning the Honeymoon	275	(30)
Your Trousseau	305	(4)
Guest Lodging	309	(4)
The Rehearsal Dinner	313	(2)
Your Personal Beauty Care	315	(6)
Gifts for Others	321	(4)
Parties and More Parties!	325	(4)
Author's Note	329	(2)
Index	331