Weddings can be so expensive, can’t they? Here are some top tips to help you save money on your big day but still have the wedding of your dreams.
Decide between destination and on-site wedding
Deciding between a destination wedding and an on-site wedding can be difficult. It can depend on factors such as how much money the couple has, and the amount of time they want to spend planning the event.
A destination wedding is more expensive than an on-site wedding, but it’s worth it because you are sending guests to a place that they would not usually visit. It is trickier to plan because so many things need to be considered beforehand and coordinated before the event takes place.
An on-site wedding is less expensive than a destination wedding, but not everyone will travel for it. If you do have guests at home, it’s easier to plan because all of your vendors are in one location.
By limiting the numbers and having a smaller destination wedding it can be cheaper than a big wedding at home so it all depends on who you want to invite and whether you want a honeymoon.
Have a budget in mind before you start planning your wedding
It is important to have a wedding budget in place before you start planning your wedding. A good way to do this is to think about how much you are willing or able to spend and then create a plan from there.
A lot of people go into wedding planning without accurately projecting their budget. This can result in a lot of stress and heartache later on down the line when the couple realises they lack the funds needed to make their dream wedding come true.
Choose a date that is not peak wedding season
While this might seem like an obvious point, it can be easy to forget. Consider the dates you are considering and then review your calendar for your availability. Would it matter to you to marry in March instead of July? If the difference is irrelevant to you then go for the cheaper option!
Consider venues that allow outside catering
With outside catering, you will have more options for food at their wedding. You can choose from different cuisines, set up stations with a variety of foods, or hire a pastry chef to design an elaborate dessert table. You could even just order pizzas if you wanted! The choice really is yours!
Consider a second-hand dress or hire accessories or clothing
If you opt for second-hand the whole wedding does not need to be this way, you could borrow or hire a veil, a hooped underskirt or perhaps the suits for the groom and his best man. No one needs to know you have opted for second-hand, hired or borrowed and it could mean you can afford nicer choices or even designer when otherwise you would never have considered it!
Remember the rhyme
Remember the old rhyme, something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue! Not everything needs to be new for your wedding and it is good luck to have something old, something borrowed and something blue too!
