Weddings Valentine Style: Rich Inspiration for Every Woman's Dream Day    by Diann Valentine & Tonya Bolden Order:  USA  Can Atria, 2006 (2006) Hardcover Read an Excerpt      Reviewed by Lyn Seippel When she was eighteen, Diann Valentine was asked by a cousin to help plan her wedding. She knew then that she had discovered more than just a job. She had found a career. The following year, after receiving a wedding consultant certificate, she launched Memories. Full of striking photos and practical advice, Weddings by Valentine offers more than just one way to put together a wedding. Diann Valentine insists, 'It's all about making choices that speak to your own beat.' Valentine offers realistic, inventive and magical advice for every facet of a wedding. She begins with finding a wedding dress which is designed specifically for the bride. White is not the only option. One wedding gown photo shows a dress constructed all from flowers. Valentine's advice is 'Express yourself!' Her elements of a memorable wedding include the wedding gown, make-up, invitations, the venue for wedding and the reception, music, food, the wedding cake, a pamper party for the attendants, and important, but often forgotten, finishing touches. Dian Valentine gives a cheerful explanation of how she prepares the perfect wedding for clients from all walks of life. The inclusion of her own life experiences gives her book a warm intimacy not found in the usual how-to books on wedding planning. This is a must-read book for anyone planning a wedding. Note: Opinions expressed in reviews and articles on this site are those of the author(s) and not necessarily those of BookLoons. Find more NonFiction books on our Shelves or in our book Reviews