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Emotionally Engaged: A Bride’s Guide to Surviving the ‘Happiest’ Time of Her Life “For the bride-to-be who thinks she should be blissfully happy—but is freaking out instead—comes this smart and compassionate guide to surviving the emotional upheaval of engagement.” |
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All Dressed in White: The Irresistible Rise of the American Wedding “All Dressed in White reads like a drama in three acts, gloriously telling the story of what has become one of the greatest of American theatrical events…..This book is a must for brides-to-be and dramatists alike.” -William Ivey Long, Tony Award winning costume designer
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Brides, Inc. – American Weddings and the Business of Tradition “In Brides, Inc., Vicki Howard goes behind the scenes of the various firms involved in the wedding industry—from jewelers to caterers—to explore the origins of the lavish American wedding, demonstrating the important role commercial interests have played in shaping traditions most of us take for granted.” (Ms. Howard is quoted on the Ask Cornelia page in this issue … a question about “conflict diamonds.”)
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Money as Sacrament: Finding the Sacred in Money – A Book for Women “The connection that each of us has with money and the power it holds is undeniable. In Money as Sacrament, Adele Azar-Rucquoi examines how money affects women’s relationships, confidence, independence, and inner peace. Told through the author’s own life-defining experiences, as well as interviews with more than 50 women from various cultural and financial backgrounds, Money as Sacrament is an inspiring account that will change the way you look at every financial transaction you make.” www.MoneyAsSacrament.com
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Wedding Goddess: A Divine Guide to Transforming Wedding Stress into Wedding Bliss “You’re wise enough to know that your wedding day means much more than a big party with perfect place settings and a standard script. The question is, how do you resist the allure of the ‘fantasy wedding’ and instead make sure your wedding experience reflects your true beliefs and values—and that it is as joyous as the love it celebrates? This lively guide shows you how to become an empowered, graceful, and spiritually strong Wedding Goddess when you say ‘I do.’ ” |
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Fifty Foot Films Offering an alternative to the conventional wedding video, this Los Angeles husband & wife team is dedicated to fixing major life events on film—a medium that is pricey, so not for everyone—but creates exceptionally beautiful footage. See their work in InStyle Celebrity Weddings. |
TrueMarriage.net Founded by attorney Stephen J. Safranek, the TrueMarriage project seeks to ensure that all marriages do not end in “no fault” divorce. According to the Mr. Safranek: “Currently, all marriages are treated like ‘no fault’ marriages by civil authorities. Thus, those who enter marriage seeking permanency, who have a moral view of fault, or who have children with the intent to raise them with a religious upbringing, have been denied the right to have their expectations protected through the divorce process. TrueMarriage seeks to ensure that persons who enter marriage will have their vows and expectations protected by law.” |
New York Times Weddings A recent column in the New York Times’ Weddings section, “Marriage Is Not Built on Surprises,” and an accompanying list posted on their website (“Questions Couples Should Ask, or Wish They Had, Before Marrying”) addressed the fact that many who marry are oblivious to important things about their partners. Readers responded in extraordinary numbers, and their reactions were highlighted in “On Bended Knee, With Questionnaire in Hand.” Read the columns by Eric V. Copage and questions posted on the Times website. (See link above.) |
Discovery Times Channel The Discovery Times Channel’s series on brides world-wide is not a very “happily ever after” portrait of traditions that continue to take advantage of women in various parts of the world. “Russian Brides,” “Bride Kidnapping of Kyrgyzstan,” and “Runaway Grooms in India” are three of the documentaries that will be re-broadcast this spring. Check your local listings. |
The Wedding Planner Martha Stewart Weddings Editorial Director, Darcy Miller, discusses everything weddings on Martha Stewart Living Radio. Listen in every Wednesday at 12 noon ET as Darcy and her expert guests—including dress designers, florists, caterers, musicians, and many more—help you get from here to the honeymoon. |