Every little girl dreams of her wedding day. It is a special occasion, full of romance, and one to be remembered forever. When it comes to planning that big day though, budget can often be of concern. How do you make your wedding everything that you have dreamed, but not break the bank? Here are some tips that can help.
Make sure that everyone in your wedding party knows how they’re getting to the wedding site and back home from your wedding! This is especially important if you’re going to be serving alcohol, and essential if it’s an open bar. If you’re worried about anyone getting too inebriated, offer free cab rides to anyone who doesn’t bring a car, or drive them home in your limo.
Avoid over-dieting just to fit your dress! Not eating any food can leave you feeling dehydrated and lethargic on your big day. You wouldn’t want to pass out. Instead, choose a dress that has a corset back that can be taken in and out as needed on the big day.
If you fear that people won’t want to give you cash wedding gifts as they don’t have a lot of money to give, include a “cash box” at the door to your reception. Guests are asked in the wedding invitations to bring their gift in an unmarked envelope, allow them to place it in the box anonymously and reducing any guilt they might feel.
Even if a wedding photograph looks like it isn’t what you intended, keep it, at least in digital form. Sometimes the bride and groom will see a shot that they love even if the photographic composition is lacking. The couple are the final say, so leave it up to them to pick and choose their favorites.
Remember to serve non-alcoholic drinks at your wedding reception. When people are planning their wedding reception, they just assume all of their guests will want to drink alcohol, which is not always the case. Also, there may be children or teenagers at your wedding, who obviously, cannot drink alcoholic beverages.
Try to buy your best man or maid of honor a gift to show your appreciation for helping to make your wedding day a good one. This will make them feel honored for being part of your special day. Purchase the gift way before the wedding so you do not forget to do so with all the craziness of your big day.
If you’re planning a destination wedding, don’t plan on getting any wedding gifts. Your guests will probably be spending around a thousand dollars just to attend, so asking for a gift on top of that is excessive. Let them know in their invitation that their attendance is enough of a gift for you!
Planning for and creating your dream wedding on a budget is possible. As we have discussed in this article, creativity is a must. Following some simple tips is just as important. You don’t have to compromise if you don’t want to break the bank, you just have to think a little outside the box.