Here are our top 10 tips in budgeting for your Wedding in this economy (and really what you want to know, HOW TO SAVE MONEY!)
- Host your ceremony and reception at the same location. This saves costs on transport, logistics, florals and styling (you can move from ceremony to reception) and more!
- Get married mid-week, on a long- weekend (some venues discount this!) or off-season – Winter is generally a little cheaper
- Host a smaller wedding- and have big pre-wedding events instead where the guests have to cover their costs- like your HENS or BUCKS! Big Engagements are always a good idea, and less formal with less costs
- Select a venue that does the work for you, and has the set up to match! This means, not too much spend required from your end on styling and props
- Smaller Bridal Party- that’s right, the less people at the bridal party, the less expensive the costs are on hair, makeup, suits, accessories, bridesmaid dresses, transport, beauty, accommodation wow the list goes on!
- Get THREE quotes at minimum for the product/service you’re after. That way you have an idea on pricing and can budget accordingly
- Local vendors generally don’t charge as much on logistics and delivery, may be worth going
- Don’t leave things to the last minute so you’re not spending a premium on things you could have bought on sale!
- Make your something borrowed something pricey… lol
- Accept offers to help from friends and family and tap into whatever skills they have for your big day!
The last tip we must include is list out your top 3 non-negotiables for your Wedding with your partner, that way, anything that is negotiable can in fact, be discussed avoiding disappointment!
