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Over two million weddings take place in the United States each year, this book defines the role of the mother of the bride with checklists, worksheets, and charts for planning. Chock full of ideas and advice, The Mother-of-the-Bride Book is an invaluable tool for the second busiest woman in any wedding.

The long-term success of a marriage depends heavily on how well spouses make the adjustments of the early years. Getting good advice early helps manage expectations and encourages couples to prepare by discussing key issues. The Smart Groom''s Answer Guide and companion book The Savvy Bride''s Answer Guide answer questions for the bride and groom in a format appropriate for giving at showers, weddings, and premarital counseling sessions--as well as buying for personal use.

From dumbbells to wedding bells . . . Whether you have six months or just six weeks until your wedding day, Buff Brides is an invaluable must-have for every bride-to-be. Buff Brides is a comprehensive, fully illustrated fitness book by a New York City personal trainer who has helped hundreds of brides get into shape over the past decade. Providing clear, concise instructions and photographs for each exercise, Sue Fleming knows what brides want the most. From toned triceps for sleeveless dresses to flat abs for the honeymoon bikini, Buff Brides provides results. Why Buff Brides? Well, are you - Running out of time? Buff Brides features a 12-week crash course as well as the 24-weekoptimal program that works for any body type! -Short on space? No need to panic--all of these exercises can be done right in your ownhome, with minimal equipment. -Stressing out? Helpful stress-relieving stretches will calm your pre-wedding jitters! -Having sleeveless-dress anxiety? Easy-to-follow exercises will show you how to tone your arms and make your back look fabulous! -Concerned about a specific target area? From thighs to abs to triceps, Buff Brides has the exercise for every bride-to-be's problem area! -About to settle for the first dress you see? Buff Brides offers helpful hints for choosing a wedding dress that best suits your body type. Incorporating fitness tips, motivational secrets, and wedding-planning reminders, Buff Brides will help you look great and make it to the altar on time.

- This is the third book in Bridal Guide's wedding series. How to Plan the Perfect Wedding...Without Going Broke! was published in 1/03 and has gone back to press three times. How to Choose the Perfect Wedding Gown was published in 2/04.- There are over 2.5 million weddings per year in the US, and women everywhere need advice on wedding traditions. This guide answers all the customary etiquette questions and also tackles the thornier, more modern problems today's bride faces.- Bridal Guide is the #1 bridal magazine for female readers 18-34. Editor in Chief Diane Forden is highly promotable, and has appeared on Good Morning America, the Today shows, and E! Style, among others. The magazine is committed to in-magazine advertising and bridal market promotions, including launch parties, tie-ins with advertisers, contests, and bridal fashion shows.

It's a book that any bride who's given serious thought to what kind of underpants she should wear when she takes that march down the aisle will want to read at least once.

Written by a recent bride, this book dispels the fairy-tale ideals and calms the fears of a new generation of brides--women who treasure their independence and are more accustomed to single life than those of previous eras.

This is the first book to address the reasons, logistics and emotions associated with calling off a wedding or breaking an engagement.

Today's bridal gowns can be very revealing. Bare shoulders, deep decolletage, backless, strapless...and don't forget the honeymoon bikini. Will you look your best when you say I do? From the experts who started the body sculpting phenomenon comes The Body Sculpting Bible for Brides. Whether you've booked a cathedral or plan to elope to Vegas, James Villepigue and Hugo Rivera have designed a series of unique workouts that will get brides-to-be in their best shape for that most important day.

The colorful sights and sounds of a Nigerian wedding and the ensuing community preparations come to life in Onyefulu's new photographic picture book. Seen through the eyes of young Ekinadose and told in sensitive, simple first-person text, the traditional West African wedding ceremony and the religious ceremony that always follows show the beauty and richness of a time-honored culture.

Everyone knows how overwhelming planning a wedding can be - so, whatas a bride-to-be to do? Itas much easier to learn what not to do, and let everything fall into place for a lovely, unforgettable wedding. This guide tells women what not to do with plenty of etiquette and money-saving tips. Included in the book is advice like: Mistake #11: Getting bossed into inviting too many guests; Mistake #89: Getting a cheap aisle runner; Mistake #146: Wearing troublesome undergarments; and more. Each entry is ranked with an icon, such as major catastrophe or money-waster. This book advises on entertainment, wardrobe, toasts, dA(c)cor, locations, family, guests, budget, vendors, wedding party, and more. Brides-to-be wonat be blindsided by mistakes that plague every bride and groom. With this book, theyall figure them out ahead of time and have no regrets on their perfect day.

The first words may be most important-- Will you marry me?-- but that's only the start. From announcing the engagement to creating the wedding invitations, from writing personalized vows to proposing toasts at the reception, Town & Country helps the bride and groom say it in style. Always with an eye to tradition and good etiquette, this guide offers advice and inspiration, and even a space to jot down clever ideas as they pop into your head. All the important questions are asked, and a range of possible answers suggested: How will you word your save-the-date cards? Will you create a wedding website? What lyrics, novels, poems, and quotations move you and have meaning for your relationship? Elegantly designed, with a ribbon marker, this will be a book the happy couple will treasure.

Offering thoughts on loving and being loved, patience, and experiencing married life to the fullest, I Do! will help ease the nervous mind of any bride-to-be.Lovely black-and-white images complement the book's witty yet practical advice on marital bliss.Author Jenny Clements provides such beautiful reassuring sentiments as: If love is spontaneous, the day can be, too. Your wedding day is about sharing your love with the people who are important to you. Take pride in your wedding guests. They are a reflection of who you are. On the day, you will be a princess whose fairy tale has come true. Love lets you fly . . . tradition grounds you. Both are priceless. The light observations and striking photographs in I Do! will help instill a sense of confidence and encouragement when a new bride needs it most.It's the perfect gift for every bridal shower!