The Clueless Groom's Guide More Than Any Man Should Ever Know About Getting Married

This is not your father's wedding... From choosing china patterns and invitation designs to color schemes and reception halls, today's grooms are expected to play a much more active role in wedding planning than when their dads walked down the aisle. The Clueless Groom's Guideoffers the 3 million men who get married each year lighthearted commiseration, guidance, and a distinctly male take on the entire process of planning a traditional wedding. Filled with humorous but useful advice and information on wedding issues, this essential guide covers: Buying the ring that'll make her say yes Dealing with the future in-laws in a way that will preserve the groom's sanity Planning the budget without draining anyone's account Negotiating a guest list with the bride, her family, and his family Navigating the all-important bachelor party And much more ! This charmingly illustrated book will not only help guys understand what they're in for--but give them a sorely needed chuckle along the way.

Peter van Dijk has written advertising and marketing communications for such major marketers as American Express, Business Week, CBS Cable, Christian Dior, J.P. Morgan Chase, Merck-Medco, Primestar, and TNN.

His work has won Clio's, Effie's, Addy's and many other advertising industry awards.