Congratulations. You're engaged and ready to plan the perfect wedding. Don't start without April! April Hall, wedding producer extraordinaire, will guide you through the entire wedding planning process with minimal drama or feelings of being overwhelmed. She fully understands the challenges and distinct phases of wedding planning and will steer you through the entire process without stifling your individual vision or unique style. With April's assistance, you will create a dream wedding that is magical from start to finish. Wedding Planning for the Bride-to-Be helps brides plan like a wedding planner without hiring one, but it also examines the wedding planner's role so that brides can obtain maximum results without conflict or stress, if a wedding planner is hired. This extensive planning guide includes detailed information on: o how to best utilize wedding websites o money-saving reception decorating tips o choosing cake designs and flavors that synch with your personal style o essential wedding reception etiquette o what to place on your ceremony and wedding reception "to-do" list o which percentage