Weddings may be extraordinary and beautiful occasions, but they also require a lot of complicated planning and preparation to evolve into the dreamy events they are. According to The Knot, the average length of engagements is 15 months, with couples spending more time getting everything for the big day. With technology becoming a normalized aspect of everyday life, 91% of planning is done online (from the research process down to managing vendors and inviting guests.)
There is so much to consider during this period, so maximizing your access to digital resources is important before you even start the official “wedding planning.” Ebooks are a great starting point because they are written by professionals from within the wedding industry and experts in related topics. Popular ebook subscription website Everand has a collection of ebooks filled with wedding-specific content, from niche subjects like Wedding Toasts 101 to beauty guides like The Bride’s Guide to Glow. Whether you’ve just said ‘yes’ or popped the question yourself, make sure you read up on the following ebooks before you embark on the journey:
1. The Little White Book of Wedding Planning Wisdom By Nicole Frail and Kerri Frail
The moment you recover from the immediate joy of getting engaged and announcing this engagement to the world, you are suddenly bombarded with plenty of questions that can intimidate any couple. Nicole Frail makes the process less overwhelming with the detailed notes she shares, illustrated by Kerri Frail. The book gently guides you through every step of the way before the big walk down the aisle. It’s an excellent resource for everything on your plate as you start consulting with different vendors and setting up the nitty gritty parts of your wedding.
2. All for Love: The Wedding Ceremony Planning Guide By Lance Orndoff
You can seemingly plan for every factor before the big day, but you still need to be ready to resolve things on the day itself. The actual ceremony has many moving parts, especially when dealing with different values, traditions, and personalities. Lance Orndoff provides a blueprint for these concerns and presents them in a way you can easily apply to your wedding. From combining different practices to making unconventional fit into the classics, this book can help you make sure it’s All For Love at the end of the day.
3. Budget Weddings for Dummies By Meg Schneider
It seems like there’s a Dummies book for every topic under the sun, so it only makes sense that weddings would have their place in the collection. Don’t let the title fool you, as this is a great, all-around reference when figuring out your non-negotiables and want to get the most value for your money. When thinking about Our Non-Negotiable Wedding and Elopement Details, the photo team, food, safety, and attire are priorities that shouldn’t be scrimped on. Considering these factors, you’ll want to find ways to fit it all within a budget without sacrificing the details you’ve set. This book aims to help you make the wedding of your dreams while saving money.
4. The Everything Wedding Etiquette Book: From Invites to Thank You Notes – All You Need to Handle Even the Stickiest Situations with Ease
By Holly Lefevre
During planning your wedding, the last thing you want to worry about is offending people. Although the main thing to concern yourself with is the shared happiness between your spouse and yourself, the entire occasion will be less stressful with a guide that covers all the potential predicaments that may dampen your day. With the subtle sensitivities out of the way, you can focus on practical elements that match your tastes. For instance, with the Metropolitan Museum of Art debuting a wedding stationery collection with Minted, you can find the perfect art style that suits your preferences while appealing to the classic tastes of different guests. Not only will you get to add a beautiful, elegant detail to your wedding, but you also get to send out physical invitations and thank you notes that preserve the memory of the event — while keeping guests happy with your excellent manners.
Written by: Alivia May
