Offbeat Bride

Offbeat Bride
Author: Ariel Meadow Stallings
Publisher: Seal Press
Total Pages: 243
Release: 2010-02-23
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 1580053157

Previous ed. entitled: Offbeat bride: taffeta-free alternatives for independent brides, 2007.

Love Monkey

Love Monkey
Author: Edward Monkton
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2011-11-24
Genre: Humor
ISBN: 0007454155

SPECIAL PRICE FOR A LIMITED TIME Edward Monkton’s surprisingly philosophical take on all aspects of love, life and happiness have made Monkton’s drawings stylish collectors’ items and a mark of good taste year in, year out. Another offering from the bestselling author.

The Alternative Wedding Book

The Alternative Wedding Book
Author: Alternatives
Publisher: Wood Lake Publishing Inc.
Total Pages: 129
Release: 1995
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 155145081X

Create a beautiful wedding that reflects your values and doesn't cost the earth.

A Practical Wedding

A Practical Wedding
Author: Meg Keene
Publisher: Da Capo Lifelong Books
Total Pages: 219
Release: 2019-12-17
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 0738246735

A companion to the popular website APracticalWedding.com and A Practical Wedding Planner, A Practical Wedding helps you sort through the basics to create the wedding you want -- without going broke or crazy in the process. After all, what really matters on your wedding day is not so much how it looked as how it felt. In this refreshing guide, expert Meg Keene shares her secrets to planning a beautiful celebration that reflects your taste and your relationship. You'll discover: The real purpose of engagement (hint: it's not just about the planning) How to pinpoint what matters most to you and your partner DIY-ing your wedding: brilliant or crazy? How to communicate decisions to your family Why that color-coded spreadsheet is actually worth it Wedding Zen can be yours. Meg walks you through everything from choosing a venue to writing vows, complete with stories and advice from women who have been in the trenches: the Team Practical brides. So here's to the joyful wedding, the sensible wedding, the unbelievably fun wedding! A Practical Wedding is your complete guide to getting married with grace.

Alternative Weddings

Alternative Weddings
Author: Jane Ross-Macdonald
Publisher: Taylor Trade Publishing
Total Pages: 188
Release: 1997
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 9780878339778

This book can guide you from proposal to honeymoon. Exploring a variety of religious and spiritual traditions as well as non religious alternatives.

Alternative Weddings

Alternative Weddings
Author: Kate Gordon
Publisher: Constable
Total Pages: 164
Release: 2002
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 9781841196060

For people now considering marriage, the old forms of traditional wedding ceremonies may no longer seem appropriate. Finding alternatives that are both dignified and personal is very difficult to find. In this guide, Kate Gordon explains what is now legally necessary and offers alternative forms of ceremonial settings such as a hot air balloon or a tropical beach setting. She also suggests alternative forms of words, useful addresses and sources of information as well as an anthology of readings.

Unconventional Elegance: Celebrating Unique and Non-Traditional Wedding Ceremonies

Unconventional Elegance: Celebrating Unique and Non-Traditional Wedding Ceremonies
Author: Desiree Aguilar
Publisher: Sadashiva Bolanthur
Total Pages: 133
Release: 2024-10-28
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN:

Step inside the diverse world of unconventional weddings in this captivating book that showcases a variety of unique and non-traditional ceremonies. From themed weddings to destination celebrations, intimate elopements to extravagant affairs, this book takes readers on a journey through creative and personalized ways couples tie the knot. Discover unconventional venues like botanical gardens, abandoned warehouses, or mountaintops, where love knows no boundaries. Delve into alternative wedding rituals such as handfasting, sand ceremonies, or unity tree planting, each adding a special touch to the couple's union. Explore unconventional wedding attire ranging from vintage-inspired gowns to gender-fluid ensembles, breaking away from traditional white dresses and black suits. As you flip through the pages, be inspired by unconventional wedding themes like gothic, steampunk, or festival-inspired, where couples embrace their unique identities and interests. Learn about out-of-the-box entertainment ideas such as karaoke battles, interactive food stations, or surprise flash mobs that keep guests entertained and engaged throughout the celebration. Meet couples from diverse backgrounds and orientations who share their stories of love and commitment, defying societal expectations and embracing their individuality on one of the most memorable days of their lives. With stunning photographs capturing the essence of each unconventional wedding, this book is a visual feast for the eyes, showcasing the beauty and creativity of modern love and partnership. Whether you're a wedding enthusiast, a soon-to-be bride or groom, or simply a lover of love stories, "Unconventional Elegancecelebrates the limitless possibilities of tying the knot in a way that is uniquely and authentically you.

Equally Wed

Equally Wed
Author: Kirsten Palladino
Publisher: Seal Press
Total Pages: 203
Release: 2017-05-30
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 1580056717

By and large, most wedding books in the market are still centered around one bride and one groom. And yet, the advent of full marriage equality in the United States has made a new, polished wedding planning book dedicated to guiding LGBTQ couples both timely and essential. Kirsten Palladino will fill that need with this definitive book to inspire couples everywhere who are seeking a meaningful, personal ceremony and a momentous beginning to legally married life. Equally Wed brings author Palladino's expertise as the founder and editorial director of the world's leading online resource for LGBTQ wedding planning to the page. Palladino walks readers through every step of the notoriously costly and arduous planning process with wisdom and accessibility. From how to incorporate hot trends among LGBTQ couples to advice on how to incorporate children into a ceremony to more serious hurdles like dealing with homophobia among family members, Equally Wed has it all. The author importantly includes an accurate picture of wedding budgets for couples from all backgrounds, and shares her invaluable insider tips for making the most of each vendor; she also addresses fashion advice specific for LGBTQ readers, such as suiting up as a nonbinary nearlywed or attending fittings as a butch lesbian or a transgender woman. And best of all, she does it with the celebratory, joyful approach that all couples deserve. With a beautiful 2-color package, a total absence of heteronormative terms and assumptions, and a wealth of advice on every wedding-related topic imaginable, Equally Wed is set to be the go-to LGBTQ wedding guide just as every couple is finally free to wed.

Your Unique Wedding

Your Unique Wedding
Author: Kerry McDonald
Publisher: Career Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2005
Genre: Weddings
ISBN: 9781564147516

For centuries, there were really only two options: plan a traditional wedding or elope. Today's brides and grooms are realizing that there are many other choices. Your Unique Wedding highlights five types of non-traditional weddings. You'll learn how to plan a private elopement, invite your family and friends to a destination wedding, surprise your guests on your wedding day, select and prepare for a theme wedding, and consider an adventure wedding by land, sea, or air. You'll find the checklists, planning tips, resource lists, and personal stories of other unique wedding couples to be inspirational. The army of couples who embrace traditional wedding alternatives is steadfast and growing. Non-traditional weddings are no longer reserved for "rebellious" couples. Today's non-traditional weddings are much more calculated, creative, diverse, and well-received. Planning your wedding is an exciting and fun life event. Whichever wedding option you ultimately choose, you should feel good about your decision and eager to celebrate this special occasion. May you enjoy many years of marital bliss after you say "I do" with a twist! Book jacket.