Elegant Wedding Planned on a Shoestring Budget

FREE WEDDING PLANNER, WEDDING EXPENSES

1. HOW MUCH MONEY DO YOU WANT TO SPEND?

For this plan to succeed it is imperative that the couple mutually establish a spending limit and stick to that decision. This will ensure you the necessary funds, without complications of insufficient money for the wedding and honeymoon.

A ‘set limit’ will also motivate planning and keep those creative juices flowing.

Our detailed plan is based on a spending limit of approximately $300. That amount can be adjusted, depending on how elaborate you want your wedding to be. This plan does not include the rings, marriage license, invitations, stamps or fees for the officiator of the service.

These items tend to have a high variance in price, depending on where one lives and who is performing the ceremony. However, some tips on these items are included later in The Wedding Planner.

2. ARE YOU AWARE OF ANY OTHER CONTRIBUTORS TO THE WEDDING EXPENSES?

Due to budget restraints or other personal factors, the parents, guardians, friends or family members are not always able to contribute funds for wedding expenses. However, many times they can contribute a small amount, such as offering to buy the floral arrangements, paying for part of the Reception, or simply purchasing the dress for the Flower Girl.

One of the best ways to go about securing help for your wedding is to simply share your wedding plans with family and friends and tell them that any assistance on their part would be greatly appreciated. Invite their ideas; implore their assistance and input. Most of all remain open to all suggestions within your established wedding budget.

If you have an aunt that makes a wonderful holiday punch, tell her that you’d be thrilled if she would provide the wedding punch. Odds are she’ll be flattered and will not only supply the punch, but the bowl as well. Bottom line is: Incorporate as much help as possible! However, make it crystal clear that you are operating within a budget and don't be hesitant about sharing that information whenever anyone makes/offers a suggestion for your wedding.

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