Save Money on Your Wedding

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It seems like everywhere we look these days, we’re hearing the same thing…

Saving $$ on Your Wedding
Couples are worried about their finances.  And for good reason! Before you decide that hosting a wedding in these hard times is hopeless and you give up the dream of having all of your family and friends in the same room toasting to your new marriage, let’s talk about how to make this happen on a budget.

Now, let it be known that budget weddings are not a new phenomenon.  Penny pinching couples have been getting married for years. Ask your parents about their wedding day and you’ll probably hear about a cake and punch reception in the church basement!  Now, I’m not suggesting that you forget about the dream wedding that you’ve been planning since you were a little girl.  But, please!  Be smart about how you spend your money.  A wedding isn’t a necessity!

Here are a few trends I’ve noticed that are helping couples through these rough times:

Longer engagements allow couples to save up money, get their number one choice in venues and vendors, complete DIY projects, and plan for their future together.

Shorter engagements give couples just enough time to find what they need, but not enough time to go overboard with the elaborate ideas and spending.

Smaller guest lists are hands-down the most effective way to save money.  Each guest at your wedding can cost hundreds of dollars!  Do you really need to have all of your co-workers at your reception?

Creative decor ideas help keep the floral bill in check. Spend some time at your favorite discount store, flea market, or garage sale to see what beautiful items you can find to incorporate into your centerpieces.

Interesting venue choices! Start asking questions at your favorite places that don’t typically host weddings.  They may have never thought about hosting weddings or they may have always wanted to get into weddings but they didn’t know where to start.  

I’m not suggesting that if your finances are fine you do any of this! Good for you if you are able to host a lavish affair with 200 of your nearest and dearest during these hard times. Everyone will be overjoyed to attend a swanky celebration where you are footing the bill for a gourmet meal and unlimited alcohol.

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