Customer Reviews:
 A mix of traditional and modern April 3, 2008
I really found this book helpful, not only for its budget-conscious tips, but also because of its excellent mixture of solid traditional ideas with some more modern concepts that appeal to an ever-growing group of brides who want a wedding that is more an expression of their individuality or eclectic beliefs. One aspect I really enjoyed was the peppering of side notes throughout the book that described how certain traditions got started, such as why the "honeymoon" became known as such. Overall, this book was inviting and approachable, in large part because of the photos--some seemed to be professionally done and some seemed to be candid photos from wedding guests, which added to the book's appeal that communicates "anything goes." In this day and age of exorbitant wedding costs, this book maintains a refreshing outlook that your wedding can be whatever you'd like it to be, without being a slave to, or completely ignoring, time-honored traditions.
Complete and highly recommended, single-volume instruction guide January 5, 2008
Getting married can be one of the most joyful and/or stressful events in a woman's life. "Picture Yourself: Planning Your Perfect Wedding" by freelance book editor, writer, and wedding expert Sandy Doell offers a do-it-yourself compendium of instructions for planning, organizing, and personalizing every aspect of getting married. Profusely illustrated throughout, "Picture Yourself" covers wedding trends and fashions, choosing just the right ring for the occasion; informing family, friends, and the community; budgets, timetables and record keeping; choosing the right site, the ideal theme, and the particular tone desired; addressing such details as the color scheme, invitations, and attendants; acquiring the wedding dress; dealing with florists, cakes, photographers, and transportation; gifts (giving and getting); such legal issues as the marriage license, changing names, insurance, checking accounts, credit cards, and taxes; and planning the honeymoon. The core of the book focuses on the wedding day itself including getting ready, the ceremony, and the reception. Enhanced with sample forms and checklists, "Picture Yourself" is the complete and highly recommended, single-volume instruction guide for anyone seeking to craft and experience their own version of the ideal wedding.
Great read, and an excellent reference for planning your wedding! December 14, 2007
This book is an excellent reference for planning your wedding, both because it is full of good information and because it's just a downright interesting read. It's full of unique real-life vignettes from brides that make it a lot of fun. Gorgeous pictures, too, and lots of great ideas and money-saving tips if you don't want to break the bank!
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