I do! I do!: The Origins of 100 Classic Wedding Traditions [Illustrated] [Hardcover]

Susan Waggoner (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 6, 2002

Why do brides wear pearls? Why does the groom need a best man at his side? The origins of these and countless other bridal customs are delightfully unraveled in I Do! I Do!. Steeped in wedding lore and gorgeously illustrated with collectible art from Victorian times through the 1950s, I Do! I Do! is a must-buy for anyone planning a wedding. From the hope chest to the honeymoon, the veil to the vows, this keepsake explains the significance of dozens of classic wedding traditions and provides a wealth of inspiring ideas.

Among the topics discussed are:
The Engagement Ring
The Invitation
The Language of Flowers
The Wedding Cake
The Bouquet
The Bridal Shower
The Rehearsal Dinner
Traditional Anniversary Gifts

A charming reference brimming with pretty-as-a-bride vintage illustrations, I Do! I Do! is the perfect gift for every bride-to-be.

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About the Author

Susan Waggoner is the author of several books, including Vintage Cocktails, Nightclub Nights, and The Old-Time, Blue Ribbon Gardener's Handbook. She lives in New York.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 128 pages
• Publisher: Rizzoli (December 6, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0847824330
• ISBN-13: 978-0847824335
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.2 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #489,663 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fun Read for Wedding History, January 4, 2011

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This review is from: I do! I do!: The Origins of 100 Classic Wedding Traditions (Hardcover)

I love this book. I buy it for everyone I know as an engagement present. I find it so interesting to read about the traditions we follow and we have no idea why. Things like why diamonds? Why white? Why the groom stands on the right? Why groomsmen? Why showers? All these questions get answered and it is beautifully illustrated.

5.0 out of 5 stars Another fun Susan Waggoner book!, February 13, 2011

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This review is from: I do! I do!: The Origins of 100 Classic Wedding Traditions (Hardcover)

There is a lot of interesting traditions explained in "I DO!" If you like Susan Waggoner books you'll love this!