Wedding clothes are not only distinctive forms of dress, but are also steeped in years of cultural tradition. This book, drawing on case studies from around the world, considers how wedding attire is both a statement of tradition and a vehicle for challenging social norms.

Aims to help the bride-to-be find her perfect wedding dress. This book shows at a glance the main styles from which to choose. Each chapter features a classic line (Empire Line, Princess Line, Ballgown) and explains what body shape it suits, which fabrics it works best with, the era it hails from, and which famous brides wore the style.

An essential style guide for the elegant bride, to help her find the best line of dress to suit her figure. Whether she wants to buy off-the peg or visit a designer for a couture made-to-measure gown, this book will show at a glance the main styles there are to choose from, and which will flatter her. Each chapter features a classic line (Empire Line, Princess Line, Ballgown, etc.) and explains ..

Breaking down every detail of wedding dresses and suggesting which styles suit different body shapes, this title covers all components of the dress in addition to offering advice for essential accessories such as veils, shoes and bags.

Every bride wants to look perfect on her wedding day, and this is the first wedding book to target weight-loss. It contains advice and suggestions to help every bride look and feel fantastic. As well as diet, the authors advise on a dress to suit her body shape, makeup, hairstyle and accessories to maximise her good points and minimise the bad.

Sartorial superstar Gok Wan from TV's How to Look Good Naked is every girl's favourite style guru and confidence booster. His fantastic new guide has all the advice and inspiration you'll ever need to look and feel totally fabulous, whatever the occasion.

A Manhattan wedding designer whose work has been featured in top magazines showcases twelve popular wedding settings and counsels readers on how to build on a location, incorporate color and other personal touches, and work within a budget. 20,000 first printing.