Cheap Wedding Preparations
The wedding market in the United States is at an all time high; with an average day costing around 25,000 dollars it accounts for why the industry is worth an astonishing 25 billion dollars. Many couples just do not have that kind of money to spend on their wedding; deciding to have a cheap wedding does not mean it cannot be enjoyable for everyone. However, sometimes all that is needed is some help with the planning to help lower that total; this could make it a reality for less than you think.
A Used Bespoke Wedding Dresses
A hand made wedding dress which is the norm these days comes at a cost; other options are available, including buying a previously owned dress. It is easy to buy a wedding dress that has only been worn once for less than half the price; many stores have begun to supply dresses this way, often hiring them just for the day.
Wedding Reception Preparations
The biggest savings can be made with the reception; statistics show that an average of 189 guests attend so when you are planning your cheap wedding, this is where most savings take place. Reducing the number of people who attend, including distant relatives or friends you haven't been in contact with for years, will help enormously; you can even carry out some of the catering yourself and have a hot and cold buffet style meal instead of a four courses.
If you intend holding the wedding reception in an expensive hotel then stop and look at the available options; consider holding it at a club perhaps or even book a restaurant where you can keep an open bar to a minimum by only serving beer, wine and soft drinks.
The Wedding Photographs
The obvious choice is to shop around for the best rates, but look at hiring the photographer just for the service; ask family members and friends to take photos of the reception – most will be more than happy to do this. Although it may sound like an unusual idea, you always have the option to not use a professional photographer at all; there is no reason why the photos can't be taken by your guests and you will find yourself saving many hundreds if not thousands, of dollars.
Online Wedding Invites
Cutting down on costs can also mean creating your own wedding invitations and seating cards etc; a personal computer combined with a home printer means it is quite easy to produce very professional looking results. Many people are now competent enough to produce near professional quality work; problems and errors can be corrected quickly without regular visits to the printers.
The Wedding Flower Arrangements
If you want to reduce the cost of flowers, then how about this for an option; why not visit the local flower wholesaler where huge savings are possible, then all that's needed is a little imagination when it comes to the display. There is no reason why a friend or relative can't bake the wedding cake; this will save more money plus the traditional fruit cake does not have to be used as there are many other fillings that people enjoy.
Wedding Cars and Limousines
Lastly, instead of a limousine why not rent a car or borrow a luxury car from a friend or relative; most will be pleased to help.
Money saved because it was a cheap wedding can be used productively; especially if the couple is planning to buy a house!
