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Wedding Book Recommendations?

NYCMeghan Posted: Mar 28, 2003 09:43 AM+

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Posted: Mar 28, 2003 09:43 AM

Wedding Book Recommendations?

I was in Barnes and Noble last night and was overwhelmed with all the wedding books. I feel like there is so much I need to learn in such a short amount of time. Any suggestions of books that were particularly helpful would be most appreciated! Thanks!!

shelzyp Posted: Mar 28, 2003 10:20 AM+

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Posted: Mar 28, 2003 10:20 AM

Re: Wedding Book Recommendations?

I had bought two organizers and returned them both, becasue there were things I didn't like about each one, and then my SIL bought me a soft cover one with a red cover with a gigantic bridal party on the cover. I can't remember the name, and of course I don't have it with me. They might have a new version of it though.

THis book had pockets that were big enough for a normal sheet of paper in the back, and the book had tabs.

I will try and get FH to give me the name over the phone.

Olgaki Posted: Mar 28, 2003 12:10 PM+

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Posted: Mar 28, 2003 12:10 PM

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The book I bought was easy wedding planning Plus - I love it. Gives you budgets, traditions, folders and even full color pictures of all types of flowers (since I dont know a rose from a lily) and tons of advice! It's great!

JoRo Posted: Mar 28, 2003 02:00 PM+

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Posted: Mar 28, 2003 02:00 PM

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Bridal Bargains!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

MarcellaBella Posted: Mar 28, 2003 02:12 PM+

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Posted: Mar 28, 2003 02:12 PM

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screw those wedding books.. print out an organizer of htings to do.. buya 3 ring binder, folders for sections and touse as a divider and whatever you see online, print it out and file it accordingly.. I have a book and it's a waste..

christine1221 Posted: Mar 28, 2003 02:15 PM+

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Posted: Mar 28, 2003 02:15 PM

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I agree Marcella .... they cost alot & are not very practical. A three ring binder will do you very nicely!

NYCMeghan Posted: Mar 28, 2003 02:17 PM+

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Posted: Mar 28, 2003 02:17 PM

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I guess what I mean is more of the books like 'Weddings for Dummies' and the like...texts with guidance and advice. My best friend got me a binder set to get organized - but looking at all of the content in the magazines I've read and the sites I've visited it is just overwhelming. I'm really looking for a few texts that I can read to get a sense of what I should be looking for in each vendor, answers to ettiquite questions, etc...

MarcellaBella Posted: Mar 28, 2003 02:18 PM+

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Posted: Mar 28, 2003 02:18 PM

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yeah an organizer.. you can print one out on alot of these sites.. try theknot.com or weddingchannel.com even weddingchat.com they all have ones you can print out and then holepunch and presto!

tanbride Posted: Mar 28, 2003 02:20 PM+

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Posted: Mar 28, 2003 02:20 PM

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I agree with Marcella - when I first got engaged, people bought me all sorts of books (inclusing my FI) but they weren't practical.

I bought a really nice binder that held photos, took out all the photo sleeves, added dividers, tabs and inserts all thanks to Staples. I catagorized the binder into sections - ie. Ceremony, Reception, Wedding Attire, Transportation/Lodging, Honeymoon, Photographer, Florist, etc. It was much more practical since I could organize it into my own categories and then when I cut stuff out of magazines, I three-holed punched it andn put in the cooresponding slots- more fun and way more personalized. good luck!

just read you last post - I found The Knot's book the most helpful with checklists on what to ask your photog, flosits, ect. Most of those checklists you can get from their web site as well.

lesleyw Posted: Mar 28, 2003 02:21 PM+

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Posted: Mar 28, 2003 02:21 PM

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I second Bridal Bargains! I think it has the most useful and practical information wedding planning that I've seen.

dcbride Posted: Mar 28, 2003 02:24 PM+

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Posted: Mar 28, 2003 02:24 PM

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My friend got me the knot wedding planner- and although it is helpful to an extent I feel a lot of it is not relevant to a ny/li wedding. I went to the library and borrowed a couple of books like Bridal Bargains etc. I think you find out more info from a mgazine- so maybe buy a subscription to martha stewart weddings and buy Style magazine's wedding editions.

Sasha96 Posted: Mar 28, 2003 03:32 PM+

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Posted: Mar 28, 2003 03:32 PM

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I third bridal bargins! Also, go with a nice binder.

Scoop Posted: Mar 28, 2003 03:51 PM+

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Posted: Mar 28, 2003 03:51 PM

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I kept my own binder as well....but did buy guides to addressing envelopes & to write thank you's. I don't have the names of either with me today.

Sorry.

SeptemberBride03 Posted: Mar 28, 2003 04:11 PM+

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Posted: Mar 28, 2003 04:11 PM

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I would definitely print out an list. But, I found Bridal Bargains to be extremely helpful!! I also got a nice planner for a keepsake. In there I listed the 'final' choices: bridal party, florist, band, etc.

Julybaby Posted: Mar 28, 2003 06:50 PM+

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Posted: Mar 28, 2003 06:50 PM

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I use the Knot Complete Guide to Weddings in the Real World as a reference (I recommend this) and bought this planner with a calendar, notes, things to do, pockets, at David's Bridal. The planner is small enough to fit in my pocketbook. I also bought a small accordian pocket folder for contracts and stuff.

Jen_n_Dale Posted: Mar 28, 2003 07:04 PM+

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Posted: Mar 28, 2003 07:04 PM

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I also made my own. I have all my contracts, telephone numbers, directions, etc.,etc.

I do cut out flower pics and photos of brides and grooms that I would like to get my own copy of.

bride04 Posted: Mar 28, 2003 07:45 PM+

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Posted: Mar 28, 2003 07:45 PM

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I think they are a waste too, but Bridal Bargains is the most helpful

yabbobay Posted: Mar 29, 2003 07:28 AM+

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Posted: Mar 29, 2003 07:28 AM

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I used an accordian folder and put everything in it...

as for idea books...I think they are a waste...anything you want to know...you can learn on the internet...

want ideas? go to the knot, weddingchannel, or ultimatewedding