You do have a wedding budget established don’t you?
If not – stop right now and seriously work on it.
Establishing a wedding budget and sticking to it will help you organize, produce and deliver a wedding that is beautiful and yours. On the offside chance that you’ve gone over that budget in some area(s) here are some tips from experts on places to trim those costs.
1. The guest list
The number of people you invite to your wedding will contribute to a major component of expense, and will directly affect your wedding budget. It is reflected in the cost of food, beverages, invitations, reception site and postage. One way to control those costs is to carefully watch the number of “plus ones” you allow. The basic rule is a simple one: If couples aren’t married or in a serious, long-term relationship, “plus ones” are optional invitees for the bride and groom. The same rule should apply to your wedding party and their potential “plus ones.”
2. Feeding the band
If your dream is to have a band play for your wedding dance in place of recorded music, one place you can save some green is in what to feed the band. Yes, it’s likely that the band members will be counting on grabbing a bite to eat before they play or something nourishing between sets – or both. But you don’t need to offer them the same sit down dinner you are serving your guests. Ask your caterer to provide a less expensive (and easier to handle) alternative.
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3. The bar
There is no rule that says you need to have an open bar for guests at your reception. In fact, you can serve only beer, wine and punch or other non alcoholic beverage at your cocktails before dinner. Some couples have a signature cocktail as an additional surprise for guests, but no open bar will save you big bucks. Remember that it is your reception and if you don’t want alcohol served, that’s fine. You get to decide what you’ll serve. Most experts will agree that having a cash bar is a definite no-no. Guests are guests. That means that they don’t have to pay.
Hearts, Joy, Love!
Jean
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