The Complete Guide To Gay And Lesbian Weddings

by David, K. C.

• ISBN13: 9780312338794
• ISBN10: 0312338791
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2005-06-01
• Publisher: Griffin

Summary

A step-by-step guide is essential for any couple planning their own same-sex ceremony Keith C. David declares that it is possible to have a wedding of your dreams, whether that means embracing tradition with a string quartet or getting wild and crazy, Vegas-style. From popping the question to two-groom cake toppers, this book is filled with invaluable tips and resources from the founder of the website, GayWeddings.com. Topics for couples include: - Legal Planning for all types of unions, from marriage to domestic partnership - Dealing with questions from family and friends - How to find gay friendly clergy, locations, and vendors - Ideas from others who have tied the knot. GayWeddings.com receives approximately 130,000 hits per month and growing. Thanks to this exclusive tie-in, this will be the most authoritative guide to gay weddings on the market.

Author Biography

K.C. David founded GayWeddings.com in 1998, prior to which he spent ten years as a wedding consultant for both gay and straight couples at the inn he owned in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. He is proud to be the first openly gay member of the American Bridal Association. He lives with his partner in Bucks County.

Table of Contents

Introduction	ix
Legal Planning	1	(8)
The Engagement	9	(10)
Letting Your Family Know	19	(14)
Planning and Organization	33	(4)
Your Budget	37	(6)
Wedding Attendants	43	(6)
The Wedding Planner	49	(4)
Dealing with Stress	53	(8)
Creating Your Wedding Style	61	(6)
Your Wedding Checklist	67	(10)
Your Guest List and Invitations	77	(6)
Choosing a Location	83	(6)
The Ceremony	89	(12)
Writing Vows	101	(6)
Wedding Customs and Traditions	107	(10)
Wedding Apparel	117	(6)
Catering Your Affair	123	(14)
About Contracts	137	(4)
Finding Gay-Friendly Vendors	141	(6)
Flowers and Florists	147	(8)
The Wedding Cake	155	(6)
Music, Bands, and DJs	161	(6)
Photographers	167	(4)
Transportation	171	(4)
Registering for Gifts	175	(4)
Honeymoons	179	(12)
For Uncertain Guests	191	(8)
In Conclusion	199	(2)
Resources	201	(2)
Recipes	203	(14)
Acknowledgments	217	(1)
Index	218