Jumping the Broom : The African-American Wedding Planner

This comprehensive wedding guide presents everything you need to know to plan a wedding that is truly an expression of both your personal style & heritage. Cole offers hundreds of original ideas for enhancing your wedding with Afrocentric touches at every state - - from announcements, rings, & dresses to music, food, & vows. Her suggestions range from the simple, such as having your wedding rings cast with ancient Khamitic symbols, to the elaborate, such as adorning your wedding party in traditional Yoruba asookeÓ formal wear. Her extensive Resource Guide will help you manage logistics. You will also find historical anecdotes & info. on cultural traditions from Africa, the Caribbean & the American South. Full-color photos. Resource section.Cole, Harriette is the author of 'Jumping the Broom : The African-American Wedding Planner', published 2006 under ISBN 9781422352748 and ISBN 1422352749.