101 Ways to Slash Your Wedding Budget Without Sacrificing Style

Your wedding should be a beautiful, joyous occasion—not a financial burden. But with the average American wedding costing over $30,000, it's easy to see how expenses can quickly spiral out of control.

101 Ways To Save Money On Your Wedding

by Juliana Serafim

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Don't worry, though. There are plenty of ways to cut costs without sacrificing style. In fact, with a little creativity and planning, you can have the wedding of your dreams without breaking the bank.

Here are 101 proven strategies for slashing your wedding budget:

Ceremony

• Get married in the off-season or on a weekday.
• Choose a non-traditional venue, such as a park, museum, or library.
• Get creative with your ceremony décor. Use flowers from your garden, DIY decorations, or rent items from friends.
• Hire a cheaper officiant. Consider asking a friend or family member to officiate your ceremony.
• Skip the ceremony rehearsal. While a rehearsal can be helpful, it's not necessary and can save you money.

Reception

• Host your reception at a non-traditional venue, such as a restaurant, community center, or backyard.
• Choose a less expensive time for your reception. Consider having a brunch or afternoon reception.
• Reduce your guest list. Invite only your closest friends and family members.
• Skip the open bar and serve beer and wine only, or offer a limited selection of alcoholic beverages.
• Provide your own food and drinks. Cater your reception yourself or ask guests to contribute dishes.

Attire

• Buy your wedding dress off the rack, online, or at a consignment shop.
• Buy a used wedding dress.
• Rent your wedding dress.
• Get creative with your wedding accessories. Use fake flowers, DIY jewelry, or borrow items from friends.
• Rent tuxedos for the groomsmen.

Invitations and Stationery

• Design your own invitations and stationery using a free online template.
• Print your invitations on inexpensive paper.
• Use electronic invitations.
• Send invitations in bulk.
• Ask a friend or family member to help you with calligraphy.

Flowers

• Use seasonal flowers.
• Buy flowers in bulk from a wholesaler.
• Grow your own flowers.
• Use fake flowers.
• Rent flower arrangements.

Photography and Videography

• Hire a newer photographer or videographer.
• Choose a package that includes only the essential services.
• Ask a friend or family member to take photos or videos.
• Use a photo booth instead of hiring a photographer.
• Hire a videographer for only the ceremony or reception.

Entertainment

• Create your own playlist and rent a sound system.
• Hire a local band or DJ.
• Ask a friend or family member to provide entertainment.
• Set up a karaoke machine.
• Play lawn games.

Transportation

• Rent a school bus or party bus instead of a limo.
• Carpool with friends or family members.
• Use Uber or Lyft instead of hiring a car service.
• Rent a car and drive yourself to your wedding.
• Walk or bike to your wedding.

Other Tips

• Set a budget and stick to it.
• Don't be afraid to negotiate with vendors.
• Take advantage of discounts and coupons.
• Ask for help from friends and family.
• Be creative and have fun with your wedding planning.

By following these tips, you can slash your wedding budget without sacrificing style. With a little planning and effort, you can have the wedding of your dreams without breaking the bank.

101 Ways To Save Money On Your Wedding

by Juliana Serafim

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	69 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	18 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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