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Weddings by OCLS
Learn the four C's of buying a diamond: Color, Clarity, Cut and Carat weight. Take their interactive tutorial to learn the essentials, which will help you make an informed decision when it's time to make your purchase.
Find out how to handle sensitive situations with advice for who pays for what, responsibilities of the mothers, tipping, and more.
Invitation checklist, tips on addressing, and when to send.
Find the perfect location for your wedding, whether close to home or in another country.
Find out about the most romantic destinations and hotels - honeymoon resource guides, travel, packing tips, and more.
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Library Online Resources
This new music service let's you download recordings by your favorite artists. There's thousands to choose from, so be sure to visit often to see what's there!
Use this terrific database of newspaper and magazine articles to research all aspects of weddings. Subject searches using the terms "weddings" or "planning a wedding" result in a wide variety of articles. A "wedding etiquette" subject search brings up the latest in the dos and don'ts of today's nuptials. Whatever you're interested in it's available in this all inclusive database!
This growing collection features a wide variety of music that will add a touch of elegance to any wedding. Search for music ideas by composer, instrument, genre, or time period to find the perfect songs for your perfect day.
This resource offers a wide variety of downloadable titles for you to choose from. Find a great selection of wedding eBooks and eAudiobooks through this service.
Browse this collection of downloadable eBooks, audiobooks, and videos for your computer or portable device. Find the newest titles to help you prepare for your special day using search terms like "wedding".
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Websites
Take a look at this fresh resource for planning your Florida wedding. Also, see how green weddings are becoming more common for eco-conscious couples.
This website offers national venues, vendors, articles, tips, photographs, and more to provide a one stop resource for the happy couple.
Hey Guys, the day is not only about the Bride! Find information about weddings, getting engaged, bachelor parties, honeymoons, the best man, and browse ideas on gifts for your soon-to-be-spouse.
If you are getting married in Orange County, visit the official website of the Orange County Clerk of Courts to find the information you need to acquire a marriage license.
The Library has so many favorite websites, we couldn't fit them all here. "Check out" these wedding themed websites too!
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Social
Explore the blog portion of the Martha Stewart website to find tips and ideas on etiquette, shopping, and planning the perfect wedding.
A blog for the groom with quick tips and information for grooms, the best man, and groomsmen.
TLC's popular television show has a surprisingly helpful blog that features many aspects of weddings. Recent topics have included tipping, webiquette, family, trends, and more.
A wedding blog to help you learn about beauty on a budget, wedding etiquette, wedding dress trends, and more.
Check out other couples' dances and get ideas for dresses, flowers, cakes, lighting, invitations, music, and wedding favors.
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Library Materials
Even though everyone knows it’s the bride’s day, don’t forget about the groom! Help the man of the hour make it through the day and become the husband of the year!
If you would like to wow your guests, build up your dancing skills before the big day. Enjoy these instructional videos on dancing.
Learn from these titles and understand what it takes to build a blissful relationship.
Discover cool games to play, decorating tips, invitation ideas, and other useful bridal shower information.
Learn the ins-and-outs of successful wedding photography with excellent tips on how to take unforgettable photographs.
Download these informational eBooks to read tips on how to budget your wedding, create an eco-friendly wedding, plan the basics of your wedding, and more.
Designing Your Wedding
If you are thinking of creating your own style for your wedding, check out these materials on handcrafting invitiations and accessories, making headpieces, and more.
Flower arrangements are a big decision in every wedding, and we have both books and DVDs to help you choose the perfect bouquet.
Whether you're ordering your cake or making it at home, these resources will give you plenty of cake decoration ideas to match your wedding.
Be sure to check out our music collection to find that perfect song mix for the service and reception.
Plan a perfect wedding with these titles that feature all aspects of the wedding process. From your engagement to the honeymoon; it's all here!
It's not just the cake or the great food that will be remembered, but all the little details that will make your wedding as unique and memorable for your guests as it will be for you.
Find inspirational words and love poems in our collection to assist in creating your own unique wedding vows.
It's Time To Relax!
Browse this list of intriguing wedding related Romance, Mystery, and standard Fiction novels.
Take a break from planning your wedding and relax with one of these entertainment DVDs. You may even find some inspiration!
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Mobile
iWedding Deluxe
This planning and organizing application has been well reviewed by many brides to be. At $9.99 it is a bit pricey, but this updated edition keeps track of a variety of functions and even has a countdown to the big day. It's the tech savvy way to plan your event!
iTunes | Website
Wedding Dash Lite
Relax between tasks with this free fun application and help the bride and groom plan and avoid obstacles to have the perfect event.
iTunes | Website
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