Probably the most money you will spend for a single day will be that for your wedding. There is huge pressure on young people to spend vast sums of money on their wedding but it really isn’t necessary, planning a cheap wedding just means there are ways to reduce costs and not the enjoyment. Consider a few of the ideas detailed below if you would like to reduce your financial outlay,this could make it a reality for less than you think.
Hand Me Down Brides Dress
A hand made wedding dress which is the norm these days comes at a cost; other options are available, including buying a previously owned dress. Many brides spend two to three thousand dollars (often more) on a wedding dress and only wear it once; why not make use of a beautiful dress that someone else has only worn once, for a fraction of the cost?
The Wedding Reception
The largest single cost is that of the wedding reception but even here savings are possible,you may need to reduce the number of guests attending, when planning your cheap wedding, because this is where most savings will take place. Don’t invite everyone you know, in particular relatives you haven’t seen since you were a child; as far as the meal is concerned why not have a buffet instead of a full, waited on, three course meal.
Other cost reductions can be made in where the wedding reception is held; it could take place in a friend’s house or a local club where money could be saved on beverages if they are supplied directly.
Wedding Photographs and Photographers
Photographers are expensive but there is generally no need to hire one for the whole day; why not have your friends and relatives take pictures during the reception. An alternative would be to go one step further and not bother with the expense of a photographer at all; why not ask your guests to take photographs of the occasion all day?
Low Cost Original Stationary
If you’re on a budget and looking for less expensive wedding stationery items, then you might like to consider print-at-home stationery; there are many online stationers that will offer this service free of charge and all you pay for is the paper and envelopes. The quality of printers available combined with sophisticated programs means it is quite easy to do; in fact very professional looking results can be achieved on a home computer.
The Wedding Flower Arrangements
Cost cutting measures can also be found in the area of flowers and their arrangement; these can actually be purchased in large quantities from wholesalers or even from your own garden if you have the capacity. Many people have friends who are very capable cooks and love to bake so why not let them bake a two or three tier wedding cake; this can be made from sponge or even a chocolate cake which tends to be favorite amongst people these days.
The Transportation
One last money saving tip is too use the car of someone you know for the day, using this instead of a fancy limousine; you can almost guarantee they will be more than happy too.
Many young couples want to save money for a home of their own; saving money by having a cheap wedding can be a big help!
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