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The Perfect Wedding Is About Elegance—Not How Much You SpendDon''t worry. You don''t have to spend a fortune to have the beautiful wedding you''ve always wanted. Although the average cost of a wedding today ranges from $20,000 to $30,000, you can easily pay a fraction of that! In this complete wedding planner, bridal expert Sharon Naylor shows you step-by-step how to plan your dream wedding and still have money left over to enjoy a fabulous honeymoon or put a down payment on a house! Inside, you''ll discover how to: ·Set a budget and prioritize where you want your money to go ·Find a great location for less ·Save on entertainment for your reception ·Get discounts and cut costs just by asking ·And much, much more! Whether you want a formal sit-down dinner with all the trimmings, an early afternoon brunch, or an informal backyard wedding, this helpful guide shows you how to have the dazzling wedding you''ve always dreamed of—without sacrificing one bit of romance or style. "Even if you don''t want to save money (not likely!), Sharon Naylor makes wedding planning easier than imagined. Her smart tips and practical advice will save time, money, and your sanity!"—Diane Forden, editor in chief, Bridal Guide magazineFrom the Trade Paperback edition.

Say “I do” all over again with significance and styleWhether this is your chance to have the wedding you always wanted, you’re celebrating a milestone anniversary, or you simply want to reaffirm your commitment to each other, the renewing of your vows is an important symbolic step in your relationship.Celebrated wedding planner Sharon Naylor helps you make your second time around your best yet. Renewing Your Wedding Vows provides valuable guidance on how to:?phrase your invitation?choose appropriate attire and flowers?incorporate children into the ceremony?decide about gifts and registries?write your vows?plan the logistics of the proceedings?choose your location: ballroom, beach, your home, and more...

Want to plan the perfect—and most original—shower for the bride-to-be? Or maybe you''re having a co-ed shower for the future newlyweds! Either way, inside this must-have party guide, you''ll discover fabulous ideas for everything from creating the perfect guest list and invitations to great party games, unique themes, and fun favors, as well as basic essentials for any kind of shower. You''ll also learn how to incorporate elements of the bride''s or couple''s life to make the shower more personal.Your shower will be talked about for years to come when . . .-Guests dress like their favorite diva at the DIVA PARTY-The bride gets a newly decorated room during PICK A ROOM, ANY ROOM-Everyone enjoys a day of pampering at the LAP OF LUXURY shower-Guys and gals experience "Bourbon Street" at the MARDI GRAS shower-And so much more!

Today, you are free to set aside the trappings of traditional dos and don’ts and be bold with your wedding style! Your Day, Your Way is a long-overdue, modern-day wedding planner that will guide you through the new reality of creating a memorable day that is unique and a true reflection of who you are.As a 21st-century bride, you’re empowered to plan the wedding you want in a way that brides of decades past never were. This savvy guide helps you embrace your individuality and develop the confidence to plan the ceremony and celebration of a lifetime. This day is all about you. Now you can navigate the inevitable dilemmas and family politics and breeze through the whirlwind of planning by learning how to:• customize a wedding game plan that reflects your tastes• involve family members in the planning while still having the wedding you want• splurge creatively while sticking to your budget• design a unique sense of style and set the tone you want• and much more!Truly for today’s bride, Your Day, Your Way highlights the excitement and autonomy of contemporary wedding planning and offers substance, style, and real advice that will add upscale panache to even the most laid-back ceremony.From the Trade Paperback edition.

Plan the Perfect Wedding In Half the Time!It really is possible to take care of the countless details and madness leading up to your big day and create the event you always envisioned—even with the clock ticking. And you can enjoy doing it!Wedding expert Sharon Naylor gives an array of creative tips, clever shortcuts, and priceless secrets to make planning your wedding seamless. You will discover how to:·Save time and money and reduce stress while maintaining elegance ·Organize and prioritize for maximum efficiency ·Find the perfect ceremony and reception locations on short notice ·Have fun and enjoy planning under a time constraint ·And much, much more!"A smart, comprehensive guide to planning a wedding quickly and easily. Every engaged couple should own this invaluable resource!" —Diane Forden, editor in chief, Bridal Guide MagazineFrom the Trade Paperback edition.

A beautiful journal to capture the memories and everyday life of a home, including milestones, family traditions, renovations, and neighborhood gatherings.Your home holds many stories of a life well lived—including the joys and the sorrows, the quiet moments, and the milestone celebrations. In The Stories of This House, you are invited to record the treasured memories and the sweet everyday moments that make your house a home. A perfect housewarming gift that can also be picked up at any point to capture the past and present life of your home, this journal will be a cherished keepsake for you and your family to enjoy for generations to come.The Stories of This House includes writing prompts and space to attach photos, so you can commemorate the remodeling and redecorating projects that made the space your own, milestones that happened there, neighborhood potlucks, holiday parties, special visits, and much more. This journal serves as a time capsule to capture the sights, sounds, tastes, and smells of everyday life in your home.