20 Best Wedding Planning Books and Organizers of 2023

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It’s no secret that planning a wedding takes a ton of work — especially in the age of Pinterest boards and Instagram inspo. Many couples pick a wedding theme (classic, bohemian, modern and glamorous to name a few), set a budget, hire a wedding planner and so much more! It takes time, patience and a checklist to stay organized and aware of your budget throughout the process. To make the planning feel manageable and take some stress off preparing for the big day, browse our picks of the best wedding planning books.

Whether you’re looking to host a backyard celebration, destination wedding or a more intimate affair with just close family and friends, our roundup features step-by-step guides that will help in every stage of the journey. “These books will inspire you,” says Liz Sellassie, owner and designer of Designer Loft Bridal. “They give you amazing creative ideas and keep you organized and on time.” This includes expert tips on everything from choosing a venue and narrowing down the guest list. Plus, many planners come with inspirational photos of real-life weddings, insight from brides and wedding professionals, and blank to-do lists, calendars and spaces for scrapbooking. And if you’re unsure of where to start, gathering photos is an easy first step. “Most of our clients begin their wedding planning by creating a mood board so they can nail down the aesthetic of their day,” says Sellassie. “Once they’ve created a general vibe of what they want through this mood board, that’s typically when they begin outfit shopping, venue hunting and more.”

No matter where you are with your wedding prep, add one of these wedding planning books to your must-have list. While you’re at it, these wedding registry ideas and wedding photo albums are helpful to keep in mind before and after the special day.

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FAQ: What should I look for when purchasing a wedding planning book?

“When looking for a book, find one with checklists, room for notes, dates and other things you think you’ll want or need,” Sellassie says. “With so many moving parts to a wedding, you don’t want to miss any detail, big or small, so having something to keep you organized will make things much more up-to-date and stress-free.”

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Wedding Expert Pick

Potter Style

The Knot Ultimate Wedding Planner & Organizer

2

Planning an Affordable Wedding

Temescal Press

The Budget-Savvy Wedding Planner & Organizer

3

For the Maid of Honor

Enchanted Wedding Press

Maid of Honor Planner

4

Guide for Micro Weddings

Everything

The Everything Guide to Micro Weddings

5

Wedding Expert Pick

Workman Publishing Company

The Wedding Planner & Organizer

6

Wedding Stories for Inspiration

Gibbs Smith

Storied Weddings: Inspiration for a Timeless Celebration That Is Perfectly You

7

Wedding Expert Pick

Your Perfect Day

The Complete Wedding Planner

8

Choose the Right Floral Arrangement

Phaidon Press

Flower Color Guide

9

Backyard Wedding Planner

Colleen C McCarthy

The Backyard Wedding Planner

10

LGBTQ+ Wedding Planner

PurpleTrail

LGBTQ +-Friendly Wedding Planner

11

For the Wedding DIY’er

Potter Style

Style Me Pretty Weddings

12

Practical and Customized

TheGiftStudioCompany

Personalised Wedding Planner Book

13

For the Mother of the Bride

Everything

The Everything Mother of the Bride Book

14

Wedding Expert Pick

Global Printed Products

Hardcover Wedding Planner

15

Wedding Expert Pick

bloom daily planners

Wedding Day Bridal Journal & Organizer

16

Wedding Book for Grooms

The Everything Groom Book: A Survival Guide for Men

17

Detailed Destination Planner

Independently Published

Destination Wedding Planner

18

A Simple Planner for a Luxurious Wedding

DayWorks Design

The Complete Wedding Planner Book and Organizer

19

Travel-Friendly Wedding Planner

CV CHARVORIA

Future Mrs. Wedding Planner Book

20

The Perfect Journal for Scrapbooking

Potter Style

The Bride-to-Be Book: A Journal of Memories From the Proposal to “I Do”

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