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How to Keep Your Wedding Expenses to a Minimum

21 May 2020

Martha Montgomery

When it comes to expensive events in your life, your wedding day will be one of the more expensive. From choosing the right wedding venue to creating a menu that will essentially make all of your guests happy, the details of your big day can add up pretty quickly and leave you feeling overwhelmed. The good news is that there are several ways that you can reduce the costs of your wedding without sacrificing the quality or elegance of your ceremony and still have an unforgettable and memorable day.

Start Planning Immediately After Getting Engaged

The average engagement is between 12 and 18 months, though each couple is different. If you choose to wed years in advance, you will have ample time to keep adding more details to the wedding, which can encourage spending that could skyrocket the initial budget. If you shorten the timeframe to between the engagement and wedding, you will be able to focus on only the most intricate and necessary details, potentially eliminating the chance of going over your budget.

Aim to Have the Ceremony in the Off-Season

Warmer months tend to be popular for wedding ceremonies, which can make it pretty difficult to hire the caterers and secure the venue that you prefer. You can have more flexibility if you choose to hold your ceremony in the off-season. In addition, due to the fact that they don't get as much business, venues may be more willing to offer discounts that could help reduce your expenses even more.

Opt to Shorten the Guest List

When it comes to your ceremony, it is not just the decorations and venue that can cause your budget to skyrocket. Another added expense is your guests. Rather than simply inviting your entire family and all of your friends, consider the individuals who have had the greatest impact on your life. By shortening the list so that it contains only individuals who are closest to you and your partner, you can ensure that your ceremony is truly memorable.

Choose to Minimize the Decorations

Decorations do not need to be extravagant and large. As long as you have a tasteful flower arrangement, it doesn't matter the size of them, as they can brighten up a space. Your wedding day can be made even more special by asking friends and family if they have items that can be borrowed for the event and then finding ways that they can be incorporated into your design.

If you need help getting ready for a wedding, talk to a wedding planner in your area.

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