Planning a wedding requires more than just money. What gets remembered is creativity and the unusual that is meaningful to the couple.
We can help you plan a memorable event without putting dents in your budget. Here are some tried and true money saving ideas and budget savers:
1) Avoid peak season dates. Being married mid week instead of a weekend or in less popular months can save upwards of 20% off location costs.
2) When you make adjustments to the guest list, make cuts in groups. For instance, if you are planning round tables that seat 8 or 10 guests, cut by that number or multiples of that number.
3) Try to find a venue that hosts both ceremony and reception events in one place. Look for an all inclusive venue.
4) Have a smaller wedding party (VIPs) – have two instead of six bridesmaids.
5) Serve four appetizers instead of ten.
6) Have your photographer stop at a specific time. Tell him when the formalities are done and the party is underway rather than expect him to stay till the last guest turns out the light.
7) Make a grand entrance or a grand exit but don’t pay a limo to stay for both.
8) Consider earning extra cash to assist in paying for the wedding. Get a part time job, sell some items on EBay or Craig’s List. Don’t use plastic!!!!
9) Save on postage by including a post card RSVP.
10) Make choices based on your personal style – choose a cocktail party reception rather than hosting a sit down dinner.
Do you have any other money saving ideas that you’d add to this list? Let me know what they are in the comments below!
Hearts, Joy, Love!
Jean
Do you have questions or are looking for unique ideas for your wedding? Weddings From The Heart can help. Contact me at [email protected] or by phone at 937-581-3647!
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