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Intimate Weddings is a charming, beautifully-written book, filled with poignant, creative ways to have a small personalized wedding -- a wedding that will be remembered for a lifetime. Diane Warner, author of 21 books, including the best-selling "How to Have a Big Wedding on a Small Budget," and "Complete Book of Wedding Vows"

Friedrichsen's guide helps (couples) create realistic budgets, intimate ceremonies and memorable receptions. Wedding books are always popular, and one catering to couples planning an intimate affair for fewer than 75 guests will surely be in demand.  Recommended for all public libraries. Library Journal

Intimate Weddings is beautifully designed, has been painstakingly researched, and is written with style and elegance. Ann Douglas , author of 27 books, including the bestselling "Mother of all ... Books" series

Intimate Weddings is an absolute encyclopedia ... Reality reading at its best for brides and grooms wanting a unique day suited for themselves and their budget. Actual couples weddings, including the authors, are outlined for readers to view and compare.

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Any couple considering an intimate wedding will be energized and ready to get started after reading this book. It is attractive and easy to read and truly does lend emotional support to those that are having a small, maybe less traditional wedding. I encourage all of my clients to read this book. Lisa Light , international wedding planner and author of Destination Bride: A Complete Guide to Planning a Wedding Anywhere in the World  

(Intimate Weddings) is well-researched, practical, creative ... I was impressed. Rona Cherry, editor-in-chief Love Magazine, former vice president of the New York Times Company Magazine Group, former executive editor of Glamour Magazine and previous editor of Newsweek.

A great source of inspiration for breaking the rules, but not the bank ... Friedrichsen's research on budgeting for and creating special ceremonies, receptions and theme weddings is exhaustive in its detail... refreshingly organized.  Austin American Statesman.

This is a great handbook full of ideas, tips, and valuable resource information on every page... Easy to understand and execute ideas that will help you plan your special day to be the way you want it to be.

The Blend Magazine

 

 

Small Weddings: Intimate is Ultimate!

Get ready to plan the wedding of your dreams - an intimate affair celebrated with just your closest family and friends. With a small wedding, you can gather the most important people in your life into a meaningful setting filled with unique touches that will make yours a truly memorable wedding celebration. In Intimate Weddings: Planning a Small Wedding that Fits Your Budget and Style , Christina Friedrichsen shows you how to plan a wedding that is small in scale but full of your personality and style. Inside you will find:

  • Inspiring stories and advice from couples who have planned small and intimate weddings
  • Creative location, ceremony and reception ideas for throwing a wedding that matches your personality
  • Inventive ways to get loved ones involved with wedding planning and the wedding day events.
  • realistic wedding budgets from real-life couples

It's time to think outside the "big wedding" box and explore the possibilities of a small and intimate wedding. Before you walk down the aisle, consult the guide that shares your perspective: Intimate is ultimate!

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