Weddings

By Martha Stewart; Text by Elizabeth Hawes; Photographs by Christopher Baker; Design by Ellen Burnie

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0283994800
• ISBN13: 9780283994807
• Release Date: January 1987
• Publisher: Clarkson N. Potter, Inc.
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 5.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 11.7" x 1.2" x 8.3"

Customer Reviews

Substance stands up to test of time

As 'The Best of MS Living Weddings' proved to be a winner for my family, and another wedding recently came on to our horizon, 'Weddings' was ordered. Relatively few wedding books explore 'at home' celebrations, so I was glad to invest in a copy. I was prepared to overlook the c1980s details because I had every confidence that Ms Stewart's abilities as a caterer and competent authority on nuptials would stand the test of time. I must admit that the appearance of this book truly is outdated (caused mostly by its now unfashionable pictorial format and photographs of bad couture, some hopelessly ridiculous bridesmaid costumes, etc). Nevertheless, the substance hasn't been at all compromised. 'Weddings' contains the introductory information that I was looking for: sensible points worth mulling over. In particular, it offers a good introduction to the concept and process of planning. Since reading this book, I have had plenty to consider and reconsider. Unexpectedly, this book showed me that what appear now to be kitsch or faddish details are really sobering reminders of the importance of keeping everything as simple and as timeless as possible.

Great info though some is outdated

It's great information for someone planning a wedding. Some old info, but one can change things to make their own perfect wedding.

Ideas for every budget !

I always manage to find some idea in all of Martha Stewart's books that I can make my own. I have used the wedding books to make both anniversary and wedding cakes and find the instructions to be detailed and easy to follow. Everyone raves about my chocolate cake with chocolate curls, both taken from the instructions for the groom's cake. My son is getting married soon and we have kept the wedding costs for below $3000.00, including the caterer, by using many of the ideas I have gotten from this book!

Good Ideas are timeless!

While Martha may be the favorite "football" for most of America, I happen to like her work! This book is no exception. Although the book is several years old, it provides both amazing photography and solid ideas. Elegance does not have a pricetag nor does it have an expiration date. Martha's ideas inspire and leave the imaginative reader "primed" to create their own wedding fantasy.

Wonderfully illustrated, ideas for all budget levels!

As a floral designer, I am in constant contact with today's brides. No matter what the budgetary constraints, I have yet to meet a bride that did not peruse the pages of this book during one of our consultations. Often a single photo will elicite "that's just what I'm looking for". Everyone can't afford a Martha Stewart wedding, but as always, her ideas are helpful for all. It's a good thing...