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Here Comes The Bride

Tying the knot? Here are some free Kirkwood resources.


Are you a recently engaged?  Need help planning your special day?  St. Louis Magazine is hosting an Unveiled Bridal Show on Sunday, January 27 from Noon - 3 pm at The Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis.  Between now and then have your bridesmaids, mother and even the groom take a look at a few really helpful books all here and free at the library.  All you need is your library card to place a hold on the any of  the books below and  featured on on our blog. From general planning, toasts, decorations and attire, we have the perfect book to ease your stress and make your wedding a beautiful, memorable day.  Wedding Planning
The Knot Complete Guide to Weddings by Carley Roney and the editors of TheKnot.com

Weddings by Tara Guérard 

Matthew Robbins' Inspired Weddings: Designing Your Big Day with Favorite Objects and Family Treasures by Matthew Robbins; foreword by Martha Stewart. 

A Practical Wedding: Creative Ideas for Planning a Beautiful, Affordable, and Meaningful Celebration by Meg Keene

Bridal Bible: Inspiration for Planning Your Perfect Wedding by Sharon Naylor 

Plan the Perfect Wedding on a Small Budget by Elizabeth & Alex Lluch

Additional Resources 
 
The DressIt's All About the Dress: Savvy Secrets, Priceless Advice, and Inspiring Stories to Help You Find "The One" by Randy Fenol 

BridesmaidsThe Everything Bridesmaid Book by Holly Lefevre
   
DecorationsThe DIY Bride, an Affair to Remember: 40 Fantastic Projects to Celebrate Your Unique Wedding Style by Khris Cochran 
Michaels Book of Wedding Crafts edited by Linda Kopp
Toasts Wedding Toasts Made Easy: the Complete Guide by Tom Haibeck


Deb Barry is Marketing Coordinator at Kirkwood Public Library.  She is reading Sutton by J.R. Moehringer.

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