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Apr
13
2009
What is the best way to save money when planning a wedding ? There is so much to do and costs now a days is just crazy.
Is there any areas that can be cut back on or done cheaper?
Answer #2
There are so many ways to save money on your wedding. It would be impossible to list them all. I invite you to learn about some of them by checking out my Budget Bride blog at http://budgetbride.tumblr.com
If I were to list the top five ways to save money on any wedding, they would be:
1. Keep the guest list under control. Venues charge per person, so fewer guests means a smaller check.
2. When it comes to décor and attire, buy gently used goods from websites like eBay or Bravo Bride.
3. Assert yourself. If a vendor gets back to you with a price you can
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Answer #1
Get very creative. If you can’t borrow a gown check out the outlets-a coworker just got a beautiful one for less than $50. My daughter married just before Christmas. At the reception instead of flowers on the tables we bought all kinds of tiny silver trees, bells other silver or frosted white ornaments. We took various glass containers about 8-12" tall, dropped in rope beads that you use on the tree, added water and floated tiny candles at the top. Her attendants bought fancy blouses alike but wore their own long black evening skirts or pants, the flower girl sprinkled mylar snowflakes she punched out with a scrapbooking punch. Most of the table and room decoration came from 2nd hand and outgrown shops. It turned out stunning!