Tips to have a great budget wedding
Posted on: 04/Sep/2015 3:13:36 PM
Traditional Indian weddings are super fun, but also super expensive. But a wedding to remember need not necessarily be one that burns a big hole in your pocket. Here are a few tips to have your dream wedding at your dream budget.
First, start a wedding fund. Keep aside some money from your monthly earnings towards your wedding. Although you may need a lot more than is saved, it will contribute to the expenses.
Get a wedding budget and discuss it with your family and your spouse to be`s family. Break up the budget and determine how much you need for each aspect of the wedding - clothes, venue, food, jewellery, etc. By doing this, you will be able to prioritize the expenses and cut down on unwanted things.
Choose a wedding date that is off season. Everything will be less expensive during this time. You will be able to avail discounts on the venues and caterers. An additional plus point is that your wedding will not clash with others.
Get in touch with a wedding planner. Stress levels will be much lesser when someone else is handling the running around and arranging. Also, a planner will be able to get the best deals and work within your budget.
Look into your guest list. Invite those who really need to be there for your special day. The number of guests has a direct influence on your budget - venue cost, catering cost, accommodation costs. You could invite the guests with an e invite rather than stationery. Saving on wedding invitations will reduce your budget considerably.
Instead of a 5 star hotel or an expensive hall, choose a venue that will be cheaper. Try a wedding on the beach or hire a farmhouse. Try to stick to one venue for all the events. This will cut down costs on decorations, accommodation and transportation.
