How to Plan a Wedding On A Low Budget
Sam Smith
Cutting costs associated with a wedding can typically be very
difficult. People can be come very emotionally tied to a wedding
looking and feeling a certain way. It is thus hard for them to
let go of this and find place to cut costs. However, this guide
will help you look at some general budget categories and give
some beginning suggestions for saving big money!
Location The location that you will be married typically will be
one of your most expensive costs. The overall price of this can
value greatly depending on the location chosen. For example a
small local church that the couple to be married attends
regularly is going to be a lot less expensive versus a country
club or other scenic location. It is best to call some of the
potential candidates and go for a tour first. Get prices and
find out what the costs associated with the site will be. This
will help in deciding the location and in making up the budget.
If you are on a tight budget and need a wedding that does not
cost a lot of money then weddings done at home are typically
great ways to cut costs.
Offciant / Priest This is the person that will officiate or
preside over the wedding. The costs can again vary widely among
different offciants and if you are on a tight budget then it is
always best to check out prices. Of course many people have
someone they want to be the offciant already chosen regardless of
price. For example a family minister that provided pre marital
counseling.
Accessories There are often decorations and accessories that go
along with the actual ceremony and these are often smaller costs
but the category as a whole can add up quickly if they have not
already been budgeted for. Do you want to have a Unity Candle,
or a long white runner down the aisle? All of these things will
cost money and need to be budgeted for beforehand. Review this
area carefully because there are often items that can be left out
to save money. However, some of the items might be crucial to
the theme of the wedding or even personal preferences of the
couple. So review this area for things that can be cut out
saving even more money.
The Reception This is a big broad category that can be the other
second largest expense typically. In would include things like
the location rental fees, chairs, tables, catering, and drinks.
While this is the next biggest category or the second most
expensive area it is often the place to cut. The actual ceremony
is often so filled with traditional elements that it can be hard
to cut corners and try to save money. However, the reception
often provides lot of ways to cut the budget and
Clothing This is can be a very expensive category as well as some
of the others. Women’s wedding dress can cost thousands of
dollars alone. However, the good news is there are some big
things that you can cut expenses with. For example you can often
find wedding dress at outlet stores and save a bundle. Possible
finding last years model at a store can help. The dresses for
the bridesmaid and flower girl can also be found at discount
prices if one looks hard enough. Do some comparison shopping for
the tuxedo rental as this can create a nice savings also.
Decorations Decorations for the event are always important but
don’t have to be expensive. It is a simple matter of how much
work you want to do on your own versus pay someone.
Music Deejays and Photographers You have to account for music at
the wedding and the reception and of course you will want
pictures of the big day. Some ways to save cost on this are talk
to the Deejays or photographers ahead of time and do some
comparison shopping. It is easy to call over the phone and talk
with a bunch of Deejays and get estimates from them. Then go and
interview the ones you are most interested in.
The major categories above give a good general idea for a wedding
budget breakdown and can act as a starting point in developing
your own wedding budget outline. Saving money often means being
willing to do more of the work yourself instead of paying for it.
By doing your own assembling of wedding favors, and decorations
one can save a good deal of money on the overall cost of the
wedding. Also doing comparison shopping can really pay off.
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