Save 40-50% on the Cost of a Wedding with These Helpful Tips
As the average cost of a wedding today has risen to over $25,000, there are many money saving tips a couple can use to save at least 40-50% -- meaning more money for the honeymoon or for a downpayment on a house. We've compiled a list of some easy-to-follow wedding saving tips.
Georgetown, TX (PRWEB) September 18, 2006 -- People seldom want to cut corners on their wedding day because they want their special day to be memorable.
As the average cost of a wedding today has risen to more than $25,000, there are many money saving tips a couple can use to save at least 40-50% -- meaning more money for the honeymoon or for a down payment on a house. BridesandBlossoms.com has compiled some money saving guidelines you can use to minimize your costs and still have the wedding of your dreams.
Food & Beverage - This expense is one of the higher costs of many weddings, but there are ways to reduce the costs:
| | - Serve more finger foods and sandwiches. People enjoy this type of food as it is tasty and easy to eat, and at the same time, it's less expensive than serving hot entrees.
- Have a cash bar as opposed to an open bar. People will still have the opportunity to drink a cocktail and you'll save the big expense of purchasing various types of alcohol. You may want to offer free beer and wine and have a cash bar only for mixed drinks.
- By choosing the reception time to be the hours between lunch and dinner or well after dinner, serving expensive "meals" can be avoided. With this option, serving cake, cookies, nuts and punch would be sufficient. This is very inexpensive and will allow the guests to nibble and still have a wonderful time.
- Have a friend or family member cater your event.
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The Wedding Dress - A wedding dress can cost a great deal, but you may be able to find the dress of your dreams and save money in the process. Here are some tips to buying a wedding dress at a much lower costs:
| | - Discontinued designs are still beautiful and elegant, but at a much lower cost than of a new design.
- Consignment shops have beautiful used dresses at a fraction of the cost of a new one.
- If you or someone you know is a seamstress, you can make a beautiful dress with a personal touch.
- Shop on eBay - you could save hundreds of dollars on a brand new or carefully worn dress.
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The Music - Here are ways to provide music and entertainment and still save money:
| | - For wedding music, make a CD of your favorite music. There are many different types of wedding music available, from classical to contemporary.
- For the reception, hire a DJ instead of a band. They are much less expensive and there is less set-up time involved. Get a referral and several quotes to make sure you are getting exactly what you want. Go over your music selection with the DJ ahead of time and ask to see a sample of the song selections that are available or give the DJ a list of songs you wish to have played.
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Invitations - There are many beautiful styles of blank invitations that can be purchased at office supply stores that you can then print yourself using your computer. Once you start working on your guest list you may find that you didn't order enough invitations, but if you're printing them yourself, it's no problem. Also, you wouldn't have to worry about an outside printer misprinting your invitations or delivering them too late. (This is also a less expensive option for thank you notes, as well.)
Flowers - Try to choose flowers that are in season and readily available to get a better price. Many brides are doing their own personal flower arrangements these days and getting wonderful results at a much lower cost. Having your bridesmaid shop for flowers locally can save you hundreds of dollars.
Locale - If possible, use the church where you or someone in your family is a member. It can usually be reserved very reasonably and there is often a room available that can be used for the reception.
Wedding Favors – Giving a high quality wedding favor shows appreciation to your guests –many of whom have come a great distance to share in your special ceremony. This is not the area to skimp. However, many brides and grooms are choosing more ecological wedding favors to show their concern for the future and to help make a positive mark on society. Using inexpensive tree seedlings, in a bag or in a recyclable tube, with the bride and groom’s picture and special message has proven to be very popular the past few years. Mike Jenkins, of BridesandBlossoms.com, says, “Couples of all demographics have been giving our live tree-in-a-tube as wedding favors to their guest for the past decade. Today’s couples are more tuned in to the harmful effects of global warming on the environment and want to set a clear example so their future kids and grandchildren can live a healthy and happy life. These live trees symbolize your growing and ever-lasting love for each other.” These environmental gifts are unique, can last for over 100 years, are appreciated by all guests and are very affordable. A large selection of all-natural wedding favors can be found at www.BridesandBlossoms.com.
Many other eco-friendly gifts are available on the web, for a wedding favor that gives back to society. These are thoughtful wedding gifts for your guests and are a unique touch that will make your special day even more memorable and lasting.
For additional money-saving ideas, visit www.Bridesand Blossoms.com. By using some of these money saving ideas, you could save thousands of dollars – and still have the perfect wedding. Use that money for your honeymoon or a down payment on a new house, and start your marriage on the right foot.
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