Bad Bridesmaid: an underachieving, inadequate, sinful, vulgar, naughty or disobedient bridal attendant. Usually characterized by eye- rolling, drunkenness, lack of pantyhose and an overdrawn bank account.Siri Agrell didn’t mean to become a bad bridesmaid. It just kind of happened when this National Post columnist innocently asked via a newspaper pieceif it was really necessary for the bride’s best and most loyal friends to endure 12 months of themed showers, endless fittings and the inevitable “taffeta terror” of coming face to face with the chosen dress. Agrell got her answer when she was promptly fired as a bridesmaid. But her friend’s loss is a win for the millions of women-in-waiting who, despite the fact that they love their brides, can’t quite believe what they’re being asked to swallow along with their champagne.
Part memoir (including both Agrell’s story and countless other confessions of bridesmaids-gone-bad) and part cultural analysis, Bad Bridesmaid is wholly and smartly funny, a stilettoheel print on an ivory silk train. Bad Bridesmaid devilishly dissects the hilarious, expensive and unbelievable experiences of leading a treasured friend down the aisle, and asks why it all has to be so damn difficult. From the history of bridesmaidswho in ancient times were used as decoysto their contemporary role of strapless dresswearing servitudeAgrell covers it all. Why are we powerless against the shower’s reign? Why do we not demand more than a one-night stand with our bridesmaid dress? Does anyone really want to watch a male stripper?
For my friend’s shower, I was given a piece of paper with the bride’s measurements on it and found myself spending an afternoon contemplating how she would look in flagrante delicto in a variety of expensive lacy accoutrements. On the day of, she unwrapped enough underwear to pull off a solo Victoria’s Secret lingerie show, accompanied by the earnest nods of her friends and co-workers, who confirmed to one another knowingly, “He’s really going to like that one.” The ridiculousness of outfitting a friend like a high-class hooker cannot be acknowledged by bridesmaids, who must ignore the fact that the bride wears flannel jammies and shouldn’t really be able to keep a straight face wearing white down the aisle, let alone in the sack. To this day, I can’t help imagining my friend walking seductively into her marital bedroom wearing nothing but five inches of black silk and whispering softly in her husband’s ear, “This one’s from your mom.” from Bad Bridesmaid

Bad Bridesmaid

Agrell, Siri

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You Went Away

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

FINDLEY, Timothy

Weddings

Timothy Findley steps back in time to examine war-time love, infidelity and the greater ideals of love in You Went Away. Set in Canada during 1942, this novella follows the disintegrating marriage of Mi and Graeme Forbes. Disheartened by her husband's love of the bottle and womanizing, Mi seeks comfort in the arms of a handsome young pilot. Masterfully crafted, this haunting story will grip you from the very first page to the last.

You Went Away: A Novella

Harpercollins Canada

Booking the church, the photographer, cars, choosing rings, organizing the cake and flowers - where do you start when organizing your "Big Day"? The answer is contained in this volume. Packed with practical hints and tips, this guide leads you through every aspect of planning and arranging your wedding from the engagement to the honeymoon. It features all types of wedding: church, registry and alternative; lists the tasks and duties carried out by each of the main participants; details practical advice on arranging invitations, the reception, music selection, speeches, gifts, outfits and much more, including how to harness the World Wide Web to make your big day a success; has a countdown checklist to help you keep track of details; has information on all legal requirements; and includes background information on coping with the stress, money matters, wedding customs and superstitions, and wedding anniversaries.

Everything You Need to Know About Weddings

Dolby, Karen

Harpercollins Pub, Ltd.

Whether you are planning an intimate ceremony or a Vegas-inspired celebration, this is the ultimate step-by-step guide to walking down the aisle. Tailored exclusively for gay couples, this handbook covers ever aspect of wedding planning, including creating a timeline, choosing a gay-friendly venue and honeymoon location, finding the right cake, sending invitations, and making—and sticking with—a budget. Useful checklists and a useful resource section packed with suppliers, websites and organizations is also of included. Charming personal anecdotes and case studies of gay men and lesbians who have already tied to the knot round out this invaluable reference for creating your perfect day.

A Very Pink Wedding: A Gay Guide To Planning Your Perfect Day

Hill, Nicola

HarperCollins, UK

Thelma Madine, star of Channel 4's 'Big Fat Gypsy Weddings' and fairy godmother of extravagant wedding dresses, reveals the drama, secrets and surprises involved in ten incredible traveller weddings.

Gypsy Wedding Dreams

Thelma Madine

HarperCollins Publishers, Ltd

#TEAMBRIDE is the essential handbook to make sure your BFF has the hen party of her dreams!
Look no further for the perfect hen party keepsake for your #teambride!
Perfect for party bags, this cute book is packed with quizzes and games; party planning inspiration, checklists, and décor ideas; advice for the bride-to-be; disaster management solutions for last minute wobbles; rude recipes; and a memory section to tell the story of your friendship and capture those once-in-a-lifetime hen memories.
Don’t waste hours party-planning online when you can get all the fun you need in one adorable little book!

#Team Bride: How to plan the perfect party for your BFF

Brabbin, Charlotte

Harpercollins

For fans of the Netflix sensation comes the self-help book no aspiring viscountess should be without. Grosvenor Square, sometime after 1813 Dearest reader, The social season is upon us! And whether you marriage-minded misses shall be considered a diamond or a doorstop shall soon be determined. But panic not, dear ladies, for you shall find all the advice you so desperately need within these pages. Receive instruction on how to perfect the feigned swoon; the optimal height your breasts can be squashed to; just how many feathers in your headdress is too many; and why you should never enter a maze at night unaccompanied (unless you're sure to be compromised by a sexy Duke and forced into marrying him). In short, you shall learn how to be more Bridgerton. Yours truly, Duchess Wibberfluffle

Flawless, My Dear: How to Be More Bridgerton.(An unofficial advisory inspired by the Netflix series)

Literature & Fiction

Wibberfluffle, Duchess

Dramas & Plays

The go-to glow up handbook, this book is the one-stop shop for everything you need or want to know about makeup, and how to look good while caring for your skin. YouTube sensation and the 'queen of radiant skin and smoky eye tutorials', brings us the ultimate guide to flawless makeup. Hannah Martin has created amazing looks using top British beauty brands. Now she shares her expertise in this must-have resource, so you can master everything from everyday look to special-occasion glamour. With step-by-step photography, quick tips, product lists and how-to advice, Hannah's guide gives you the knowledge you need to create beautiful makeup applications that boost your confidence and give you a dazzling look. Hannah shares everything you need to know about: - Skincare: A look at all the routine basics - Tools and kit: What do you need to own and what's a waste of money - The Basics: Prepping the skin, concealer, foundation. - Glow up: Powder, bronzer, blusher, highlights. - Lips: lip gloss, lipstick, differences between matte and gloss. - Eyes: eyeshadow, eyeliner, mascara - Brows: How to shape a brow, and when to ask a pro!

Makeup: The Sunday Times Bestseller and practical step-by-step guide to makeup and beauty from much-loved makeup artist Hannah Martin

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Martin, Hannah

Beauty, Grooming, & Style

Speak now or forever rest in peace . . . 'A pacy debut that ensnares' ADELE PARKS - THE PERFECT FIANCÉ. When Victoria's best friend Gwen announces she is marrying the rich and handsome Michael, celebrations are strained. Victoria doesn't trust Michael - he's hiding something. And he reminds her of someone she needs to forget. THE DREAM WEDDING PLAN. Too loved up to see Michael's dark side, Gwen drags Victoria into a whirlwind of dress shopping, engagement drinks and elaborate maid-of-honour duties. Meanwhile, a mysterious visitor is leaving unwanted gifts in Victoria's home, and Michael is becoming aggressive: no one gets between me and Gwen. TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE? The clock is ticking until the big day. Will Victoria expose Michael's secret, and save her best friend from a marriage made in hell? Or will her past catch up with her first? *THE UNMISSABLE DEBUT THRILLER FOR FANS OF T.M. LOGAN, TAMMY COHEN AND CAROLINE KEPNES* *SHORTLISTED FOR THE OWNED VOICES NOVEL AWARD 2022* - What readers are saying about The Engagement . . . 'Awesome twists' 'A perfect wee read for these dark and cosy nights' 'The story had me page turning like mad, and the end . . . Well let's just say I was pretty shocked!'

The Engagement: The gripping new debut psychological thriller for 2023 for fans of the bestsellers YOU and THE WEDDING PARTY

Lennon, Nasheema

HarperNorth

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