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Weddings automatically spell out lavish parties, designer outfits, jewellery and receptions, all of which can cost the earth! Sometimes, you need to save in one area so that you can splash out in another. Here are some easy tips that make it possible to for you to save money but still have your dream wedding, without compromising on style.
1. Fixing a budget is the first step towards a well thought-out wedding plan. Decide on the amount that you intend to spend and allow for 25% additional expenses for all the minor unplanned items.
2. Instead of buying an expensive wedding lengha, try out new upcoming designers for a made to order outfit. They will not only put their time and effort into making you look beautiful but their price will be reasonable and the satisfaction guaranteed! The same could be done with your card designer!
3. Better still; wear your mother’s, grandmother’s, sister’s or even your mother-in-law’s wedding outfit. This way you not only save money but will also make a fashion statement. It is a trend that is fast picking up amongst brides.
4. Think about opening a wedding bank account. The tradition of placing the entire burden of expenses on the bride’s family is a thing of the past. Most couples now pay a proportion with parents also contributing to the cost. If you put all the money into one account it willl be much easier to see keep track of your expenses and see exactly how much is left.
5. Keep accurate records of what you have ordered, the total price, the deposit given and the balance that is due. Stay organized!
6. Be flexible about your plans – and save money. Wedding on a popular day like Saturday costs more. If you can consider a Friday wedding, for instance, you will probably be quoted less fro the reception and also get your first choice.
7. Remember the early bride gets the deal! Start shopping around as soon as possible. Book your photographer, venue, caterer and entertainer well in advance. Get them to agree in writing that if they put up their prices before the wedding, you will still pay the agreed price.
8. Only book a catering company or after sampling their food or in case of a photographer or florist, after you have seen their folio. And make sure you hear potential entertainers performing, either live or on tape.
9. Get a written confirmation from all you suppliers as well as the photographers, florists, caterers and car hire company. Give a preferred shot list to your photographer and confirm final numbers to the caterers. This helps in avoiding confusion and the risk of being overcharged.
10. Select flowers that are in season as they are inexpensive – try a mix of textures , fresh flowers mixed with dry and silk ones , not only does this look unusual and different , this combination also works out economical esp in the summer months as fresh flowers are wither away too soon !!
11. Invitations should always be addressed by pen, preferably in black ink.
12. This is the time to call up all family and friends to pitch in for help with the preparations. Enlist the help of that talented friend of yours for design and creative ideas.
13. Serve sparkling wine for the cocktail reception and save the finest champagne for the toasts only.
14. Make extravagant food such as fine seafood as an hors d’oeuvres rather than serving it as a main course.
15. For guests under the age of twelve, ask the caterer to make up simple and inexpensive meals. The kids will enjoy it more and you pay less.
16. Instead of an open bar, have your bartender make special festive drinks named after the bride and groom. You’ll save a lot on the overall drinks bill.
17. Bring along an emergency kit with a needle and thread, safety pins, hairpins, hairsprays, nail polish and extra pantyhose to deal with all unforeseen crisis that seem to arise at such moments.
18. If your first night is being spent at a hotel, ask the manager if they will include extras, such as complimentary champagne, chocolates and fresh fruits that they offer for newly wedded couples.
19. Plan your honeymoon well in advance. Make all arrangements and reservations as soon as possible to avail of the best offer at the best rates.
20. A slightly out of season honeymoon, just away from peak times, will get you bargains and bonus packages.
21. Let everyone know its your honeymoon. Your hotel might offer you a room upgrade!!
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Planning a wedding can be difficult and having a dream wedding can prove to be more complicated. Every bride has envisioned her wedding her entire life and wishes to have the perfect wedding day. Unfortunately, not everyone can afford a grand wedding in an expensive villa or have the best wedding videography. If your budget is a little tight, there’s no time like now to come up with ways to save for your special day. You are probably still on a stage where you can make a few changes on your decisions like picking the date, location, invitations, flowers and rings. Here are a few money saving tips you can do to make that dream wedding a reality.
Get yourself organized. This is the best way to save money. Get started by making a wedding checklist to keep track of everything like contact numbers, receipts, estimates and contracts. Organizing all your paper work will help you on big decisions like choosing the right location to fit your budget.
Trim the guest list. This is the fastest way to save money on your wedding. Although this is a difficult process because you want everybody you know to attend the wedding. Cross out from the list the names of the guests who are possibly just obligated to attend but will not feel bad if they are not asked to come.
If the wedding ceremony and reception will be held in a hotel ask for a discount if your family and friends are also planning to stay in the same one. Book these rooms ahead of time to get the best rates.
Avoid planning your wedding date on holidays and consider having it on a Friday or Sunday. Holidays and Saturdays are usually in high demand for weddings and other especial events. Some services like rental rate will provide discounts on lower demand days.
You should book everything in advance especially the wedding reception and catering services because last minute bookings usually have the highest charge.
A buffet service rather than the plated sit down service will save you a significant amount in the labor cost.
On the day itself, follow the schedule for the ceremony. Musicians usually charge an hourly rate and will charge more if asked them to perform beyond the time range in their contract. The same goes for the charge for the limousine service.
If you are lucky enough to have an artistic friend who is familiar with flower arrangement and invitations then feel free to ask them to lend their talents. This will help you save hundred of dollars.
Insert an RSVP card with your wedding invitation. Do not forget to put your contact number on the card so the guests will be able to respond right away.
Consider alternative wedding locations like public parks or conservatories. This will not only save you an extra hundred dollars but your wedding will be unique as well.
Hire a good videographer. After everything is over, the only thing left will be your memories and your wedding video. The wedding videography will preserve and capture the most treasured moments you have on your special day. Nothing can fix a poor wedding video. Not only did you waste your money on hiring a bad videographer but you also ruined your last glimpse of your big day.
A wedding is a momentous occasion; you should not worry on the huge amount of money you are going to spend on it. Just follow these money saving tips so you won’t break the bank and have a little extra to spend on that honeymoon.
Wedding comes in all shapes and sizes these days and you don’t have to break the bank to enjoy the wedding of your dreams. There are several small things you can remember when planning that will have a big impact on the overall budget.
 Consider the date and time of the wedding. The cost of the exact same site can vary greatly so choosing the right month can significantly reduce costs. Certain sites have peak months, days, and times in which their rates will be more. At some sites, Thursday night weddings or the Sunday before a holiday can dramatically reduce the price tag.
 Site choice is important. As mentioned above, there are certain peak times for locations so choosing a time that is off-season can drastically reduce costs.
 Take advantage of decorations already provided. Many sites already decorate for Christmas and leave it up through the New Year making this a great time to have a wedding because you don’t have to add many flowers.
 Consider your drink options. Either skip the champagne toast (it can be up to $16 per glass at certain sites) or if allowed bring your own champagne for guests. Also, eliminating alcohol all together can save tremendously on costs. If you want to offer alcohol but can’t afford the cost the site charges, ask if you can bring in your own. Even if there is a cork fee you will still save considerably. You can also offer a cash bar or provide drink “tickets” to guests that allow for one free drink and then they pay for the rest if the site will provide the services.
 Revisit the menu. Perhaps plan to offer a nice spread of hors d oeuvres instead of a full course meal. If planning a sit down meal, minimize the options guests have or choose a customized pasta bar that will be less expensive then meat entrees.
 Be smart when buying your dress. Opt for a dress that is embellished with glass beads instead of crystals. Also, if you are able to pay cash for your gown you can often get up to 20% on the price.
 Decrease the size of your bridal party. Even though most attendants pay for their own gown or tux, the bride and groom are still responsible for gifts, rehearsal dinner costs, and bouquets and boutonnières.
 Flower saving tips. If you know someone that can do your flowers, consider buying wholesale and let the put the flowers together. If you choose to use a florist, put the majority of your flower budget into arrangements that are most noticeable such as your bouquet and centerpieces.
The most important thing to do is set the budget before you begin the planning. Once you have the budget you have to stick with it. Try to stay within your budget by reworking various aspects of the ceremony when necessary. This will ensure that you aren’t dealing with unexpected bills and debt once you return from your honeymoon.
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