- Cut down on your guest list.
Each guest you have that attends your wedding and reception can add significantly to your total cost. It is estimated that each guest can cost between $35 and $250 depending on your plans. More people mean more food, a bigger cake, a larger venue, and so on. Don’t go overboard, but be diligent.
- Choose a less popular date for your wedding.
This is a great way to save some serious money on a wedding. Most vendors such as the photographer, caterer, venue, and music, will offer a discounted rate for the dates that are in less demand or in their slower seasons. In weddings this is usually around November to March depending on the company. You can also choose a different day of the week than Saturday to have your wedding. This also will depend on the vendors you choose, but it can’t hurt to ask.
- Cut down on your guest list.
Each guest you have that attends your wedding and reception can add significantly to your total cost. It is estimated that each guest can cost between $35 and $250 depending on your plans. More people mean more food, a bigger cake, a larger venue, and so on. Don’t go overboard, but be diligent.
- Find ways to save on wardrobe.
Consider getting a used dress. I saw a segment on TV lately about a web site that specializes in connecting soon-to-be brides with former brides who are selling their wedding gowns. It is a good way to get a designer gown at a good price. You could also consider renting a dress instead of buying. This will, of course, depend on how sentimental you are about your dress. If you will want to have it forever, then save yourself the grief and just buy it.
- Save on accessories and decorations.
If you or someone you know is good at crafts, think about making some of the decorations yourself.
Make a special gift for your wedding party. They will probably like it better anyway.
Plan your wedding around a holiday. Many churches and venues will already be decorated and it can save you money.
These are just a few ways to cut your wedding cost. There are many more to be found. Be creative, ask around, look for deals. You may find that it is actually fun.
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