How a stressed out bride-to-be found the antidote to budget blow-outs to plan her own beautiful wedding on a paupers budget

....And now you can too

Dear Bride-to-be:

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Let's face it, planning a wedding is no cake-walk!

One moment you're saying "Yes!" and the next moment you're in over your head, organizing bridesmaids' dresses, venues, caterers, photographers, centerpieces, transportation arrangements, wedding favors.... arrgh!

You're stressed, you're overwhelmed, and your budget has fluttered out the window like a bridal veil in the wind. It almost happened to me when I was planning my wedding.

As an event planner, I figured planning my own wedding would be a piece of (wedding) cake. I mean, how different can it be? But even with my experience AND desire to keep it simple I was still running around in a tizzy.

I was scouring the internet for "real life" information I could use, but it was all written for brides with huge budgets, or it was just so vague and fluffy that it didn't give me anything to work with.

I would buy magazines and flip to the "budget" section, only to see that even their "budget" ideas were out of my league!

I was supposed to be planning my Big Day, but instead I was being made to feel like a second-class citizen because I didn't have $30,000 to play with.

I was really beginning to think that a Las Vegas drive-thru wedding was my only option...

Then it clicked:
All I had to do was K.I.S.S...

On the way home from work I had one of those cartoon lightbulb moments and I realized two things:

Firstly, the importance of that old saying: Keep it simple, stupid! (But of course, I'm not stupid and neither are you. So I decided to make it "Keep it Simple but Special"!)

Secondly… yes, a wedding is an age-old tradition fraught with expectation, rules and etiquette: But this wedding was MY wedding, and I would darn-well do it the way I wanted!

I decided I wasn't afraid to break a few "rules" if it helped keep things simple, special, and on budget!

When I talked to my married friends, they all agreed that if they had to do it all over again, that's what they'd do: Keep it simple, set their own priorities, and forget what the "experts" say!

With these ideas in mind, I was able to "think outside the box" and come up with ideas that gave me the fabulous day I wanted, while getting everything done on an $8000 budget -- dress included!

Since then I have met so many brides-to-be who are struggling to find a balance between their fantasy wedding and the realities of budgets, families and booking schedules. They lose themselves in the detail, and forget the big picture.

It is for you I have written this guide. For you independent, strong, creative women who know what you want, but are not quite sure how to get it.

You lovely ladies who know that tradition has it's place, but that you also have to stand up and put the stamp of your own style on this day.

For all of you with big dreams, but modest budgets...

I'm going to teach you how to K.I.S.S!

Don't let those other "experts" fool you...

How many times have you been told that 12% of your budget should be spent on photography, 8% on flowers, 3% on rings, 48% on the reception, and so on?

For most brides, this kind of prescription is like a security blanket: "There's so much that needs to be done!" you cry. "And it's so overwhelming!"

Yes, it's really nice to have someone telling you what to do.

But the problem is that these guidelines are not YOU. They don't know what your priorities are. You might not have a big budget, but you might want to spend much more than 3% on rings: After all, they're going to be the lasting symbol of your marriage, and something you wear every day for the rest of your life!

When you follow a prescription like this you just end up with a version of someone else's wedding fantasy.

KISSing is about setting your own priorities: Deciding where you want to spend the money, and which fussy old traditions can be kicked to the kerb. (Do you really need bathroom kits, for instance?)

KISSing is about being organized and knowing what is expected at every step, and then either finding a simple, stress-free way to do it... or giving it the flick!

KISSing is about getting the wedding you want without the stress and budget blow-outs. And that's what I'm about to show you...

Introducing the K.I.S.S Wedding Planning Kit

"Help! Where do I start"

If I had a dollar for every time I've heard that, I could finance a pretty snazzy wedding!

To be honest, most of us have attended weddings before, but not many of us have been involved in orchestrating one until it's our turn.

So for many brides, the second response to being popped the question (after "Yes!" and "Yay!") is typically: "Oh my god... where do I begin?!"

Relax! Part of KISSing is being organized and knowing what comes when, so that you don't end up in tears on your wedding day.

Set the date...

Establish a registry...

Write and address invitations...

Choose a venue...

How to write your invites and invite labels...

Choose a photographer...

How to pick a theme, with lots of ideas...

Wedding ceremony traditions and customs...

Hire a caterer and choose food & drinks...

Pick the wedding ceremony and reception music...

Decor ideas and flowers...

Plan rehearsals & the rehearsal dinner...

Find the perfect dress for you and your bridesmaids...

Plan the perfect honeymoon...

Tie everything up after the big day...

And more!...

But knowing how to plan a wedding is just one part of the equation. You need to be able to do it on YOUR budget, according to YOUR priorities.

Let's face it: Sometimes you want to be a penny pincher, and sometimes you want Martha Stewart! And each wedding can have a little of both!

None of the guides I found understood that (seemingly simple) concept: That sometimes I wanted to splurge, but other times I wanted to scrimp. They wanted me to be either 100% Martha Stewart or 100% Destitute Bride.

So I built this idea into my book at every step...

Splurge, Save or Scrimp?

In the K.I.S.S Wedding Guide I show you every aspect of a traditional wedding from three angles, and you can pick which option to run with:

Splurge: Money is no problem! This is the "Martha Stewart" option, for when decadence and perfection is paramount.

Save: Take a short step back, simplify a little, and you can save yourself quite a lot of money while still getting what you want!

Scrimp: Have your wedding cake and eat it too: I show you how to be a classy penny-pincher on those parts of your wedding that you think aren't so mission critical.

Which one you choose depends on what you think is more important: I'm not here to boss you around. I'm here to give you the alternatives. Read the stories of other brides who used the S.S.S method to save thousands of dollars!

But that's not all...

Here is just a tiny fraction of what you'll learn in the KISS Guide....

Ways to splurge, save or scrimp on your catering costs, while still keeping it simple but special!

Great ideas for unusual (and memorable!) wedding meals that will get all your guests buzzing... and save you a lot of money too!

Splurge, save or scrimp? I show you how to get a gorgeous wedding dress and beautiful bridesmaids' dresses, regardless of your budget. (And how I got my $3000 designer dress for $600!)

4 ways to slash your alcohol expenses, while keeping your guests happy and well-watered!

How you can set yourself up to save a big chunk of cash from the very start, just by picking the right date, and why the day you THINK is perfect for your wedding might turn out to be a HUGE mistake! (Hint: Valentines Day is just ONE of these "terrible" days. All you ladies thinking of marrying on Valentine's day, this warning is for you!)

3 ways to save loads of cash on wedding photography, without compromising on those precious memories.

How to pick the right date for your wedding. Getting this right at the beginning can save you a whole heap of time and money!

Great alternatives to traditional wedding registries for couples who already "have it all".

3 ways to save loads of cash on wedding photography, without compromising on those precious memories.

Clever ways to slash the cost of decorating your wedding venue. I did this with my own wedding, and it worked amazingly!

A sneaky way to get the help of a wedding planner without paying their huge fee.

Unique theme ideas that could save thousands on all vendor costs as well as food, drink and venues.

Simple ideas to save thousands on your wedding bouquet and floral arrangements. No need to compromise on style for beautiful flowers!

How to avoid meltdowns on your wedding day and the days and months leading up to it. The special bonus offers make it easy!

What are the dances that traditionally occur during a wedding ceremony and reception, and when do they happen? I'll give you the low-down on these, plus some suggestions for songs you can play during these special dances.

How you can save yourself from embarassment with simple etiquette tips and rules. Get down-to-earth advice based on traditional views.

Backyard weddings... dream or nightmare? I show you how to avoid back-yard budget blow-outs, while keeping it special.

The DIY projects that could save you a ton of money. And those that could end up costing you a bucketload and making you want to tear your hair out!

And so much more!

Plan the Perfect Wedding

... Over 175 pages of priceless insider information and ideas for creating your perfect wedding, whatever your budget!

Sound good? Just wait a minute... it gets better...

Grab my K.I.S.S Guide today and I'll throw in these extra goodies... (Consider them an early wedding present!)

The fastest cure for wedding stress is a healthy dose of organization, so I have created the mother of all wedding planner checklists to sort out that clutter in your head!

Step-by-step wedding organizer

Inside you'll find over 80 pages of step-by-step advice and printable worksheets for helping you brainstorm and plan every single aspect of your wedding... budgets, guest lists, venues, wedding dress, bridal party, caterers, photographer, music, invitations, wedding cake... the works!

A wedding checklist that simplifies planning

By the way... Did you know that most of the printable checklists you find in other wedding guides can actually make you more stressed when you're trying to figure out how to plan a wedding?

It's true! They're very good at telling you what you need to do 9 months before your wedding, or 6 months before your wedding... but then they leave you sitting around twiddling your thumbs until your wedding day is pretty much on top of you!

Not here! My wedding planner checklist keeps you steadily chugging away for the whole time, so that you're not left with a mad rush to the finish line! Why put something off until one month before the wedding, when you can get it out of the way three months before the wedding and spend that last month dealing with more important matters?

But it's not just a checklist... I show you EXACTLY what you need to be doing at every moment leading up to your wedding, and I top it up with timely advice for tackling each section.

This isn't just a checklist... it's a full-blown, stress-busting, brain-organizing workbook! You're going to love it!

Don't let your suppliers walk all over you!

We've all heard those warnings about unscrupulous suppliers. You know, the ones who double the price as soon as you mention that "wedding" word...

I'm not saying this doesn't happen sometimes, but often it's the case that these "price hikes" and "scams" are really just the result of brides not knowing how to negotiate effectively!

Easy ways to get the best deal

The secret to getting the best price on your catering, photography, venue or flowers is knowing when to ask for more, when to ask for a discount, and when to simply walk away from a deal. It's about asking the right questions, being a little bit tougher, and knowing when a supplier is trying to take you for a ride (when they're not the limo driver!)

In KISS Negotiation Secrets I'm going to share with you my tried and tested negotiation tactics that can save you thousands of dollars, and help you avoid some of the common tricks that suppliers will try to pull on you.

This guide is a MUST if you don't want to be mistaken for a doormat wearing a wedding dress!

Avoid nasty meltdowns on your wedding day with the Bride's Little Black Book!

Wedding planners all have a secret. It is the power behind their success. Their little black book.

Now I want to give you the Bride’s Little Black Book.
This wonderful resource tells you exactly who is going to be doing what and at precisely what time. It is also passed along to all members of your team so every team member has their responsibilities clearly set out for them.
It includes:

Wedding Day Power Chart: The 4 W’s. Who, What, Where, When. At a glance each member of your team can see their responsibilities. This plan takes you into the day in tip top shape.

Wedding Day Flowchart: A running order for the day itself. Everyone knows what comes next and who is in charge of it. This is the resource that makes sure the music for the bridal waltz starts on time and that many other vital wedding day details are timed perfectly

A Floor Plan/Seating Plan:This makes setting things out correctly on the big day a breeze. Whichever team member has this task will love you for it.

Delegation is important but making sure that delegation is organized down to the last detail is the real key to wedding day success.

Stop stressing and start KISSing! All this information can be yours in the next 5 minutes!

One thing I realized when planning my wedding was that there are lots of different kinds of
stress you must face:

Budget stress is when you don't think you can do it with the money you have.

Time stress is when you can't get everything done before the big day.

Organization stress is just trying to keep all those balls in the air and dealing with the
consequences when something comes crashing to the floor.

Relationship stress is keeping everyone happy: The groom, the wedding party, your
families, your friends... and of course, you!

The KISS Guide is designed to send all these types of stress packing, so you can just sit
back and relax, and watch everything just fall into place.

Sound nice?

Well, what are you waiting for? Get my KISS Wedding Guide right now and start smoothing
away those frazzled edges. It's just $12.99 and you can get by instant download.

Even if you only follow one piece of advice in my book, I'm sure you'll easily make this
money back with the cost-saving ideas I give you. Chances are, you're going to save a LOT
more than that...
(Oh, and try finding a great deal like this in a bookshop. They don't exist! I looked!)

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(Total Value Including Wedding Coupons Is Over $100)

Yes - I'm ready to Plan the
Perfect Wedding Without the Debt

(4 eBooks for $16.99

Let's get this straight: I want there to be NO excuse for ANY bride to not get the wedding she wants. I've done my absolute best to ensure this is the most useful guide you're going to find.

But if, after you've taken the time to read my guide and look over my workbook, Wedding Day Flowchart and my Negotiation Secrets, you feel that the KISS Wedding Guide isn't all you hoped it would be... I offer a full, no-questions-asked, 60-day money-back guarantee. Just let me know, and I'll refund your money.

(Oh, and good luck getting a guarantee like that in your local bookshop!)

So are you ready to stop panicking and start KISSing?