Budget-Friendly Tips for Your Wedding

No matter how good your bank balance is you may have spent several days or nights researching how to save money on your wedding planning.

It's okay…Don’t be shy. 

That's normal…

If you and your husband-to-be are like many other couples who have been dreaming about making their big day memorable. You may be thinking about booking drone footage, making an impressive invitation card to wow all of your relatives, changing dress during the event, or some other add-ons.

Look, they may seem to be impressive but they are expensive, we mean, really expensive. 

Couples who are stuck in the middle of their planning process thinking about saving money. We have curated a comprehensive list of practical tips and expert-driven advice on helping you save money.

Explore Different Days Of The Week

Getting married during weekends? That’s not compulsory…

A wedding on any day of the week is perfectly equal. However, if you still want a weekend marriage consider shifting your date to Friday evening. It can save you thousands when it comes to venue rates.

Plus, you might find more availability for your preferred vendors on weekdays. Embracing a unique day for your celebration can also make your wedding stand out and will make you feel equally special.

Consider Off-Season Wedding

From October to January, vendors and venues charge high amid wedding season. Though not impossible but quite difficult to negotiate at lower rates during peak season. 

But if you consider booking them during the off-season chances are that they can negotiate with you at lower rates.

Distribute Your Cards Wisely

When it comes to distributing your wedding invitations there are a lot of decisions to be made. Start by prioritizing your guest list focus on inviting close family and friends rather than extending invites to distant relatives. Don’t forget to count the number of children in families; this will give you a clearer idea of your total guest count and help you avoid underestimating your needs.

Consider digital invites if you are tech savvy not only it will reduce the cost but also be an eco-friendly alternative.

Select Your Dress ASAP

One thing you may not realize about wedding shopping is that prices of wedding dresses hike very fast, especially near the wedding season. It is suggested that you book your wedding gown 6 to 7 months ahead of your wedding. 

Securing your dress early ensures you stay within budget and can enjoy a stress-free shopping experience.

Get The Benefit of Sales

Who doesn’t love sales, especially the bride and groom-to-be.

Take advantage of sales to save big on wedding essentials like dresses, decor, and accessories. Keep an eye on seasonal sales, bridal shop discounts, and even online deals it can score you high-quality items at a fraction of the cost

Hire Local Wedding Vendors

If you hire an interstate wedding vendor, they will charge you for transportation and another add-on cost. So if you can hire any local wedding vendor whose work is equally good, go and hire them it is a more budget-friendly option without compromising on quality.

But if you live in the outskirts or wish to hire a wedding vendor from another state, make sure to discuss your budget in advance to determine if both parties can proceed.

Have a Track Record With Yourself

Purchase a notebook or create a spreadsheet to track your budget. This will ensure that you’re not wasting unnecessary money. 

If you’re more conscious about budget management start a savings account and you’ll be surprised how quickly your wedding fund grows without feeling the pinch.

Reduce Expenses on Catering

Talking about food is a delicate topic especially when it comes to Indian wedding. After making expenses on venue booking, catering is the next biggest expense. 

Don’t go for serving fancy food simply opt for basic food and beverage packages. You can also reduce the amount of food and alcohol you serve. 

Wedding Cake

Unless you’re not a bride who has dreamt of her epic wedding don’t go for wedding cake cutting but if you still want it go for the cake tiers based on the number of guests in your wedding. 

For example: If there are 200 guests at your wedding, ask your cake decorator to design a 2 to 3-tier cake only. 

Another budget-friendly option is having cupcakes for your guests.

Book The Wedding and Reception At The Same Venue

Hiring different venues for both events will put you in a big dilemma if you are trying to save. Not only do you cut down on transportation costs for both you and your guests, but many venues offer package deals that make hosting both events more affordable. Ultimately, keeping everything in one place makes your day smoother and more budget-friendly!

Save on photography and Videography

Instead of both the bride and groom hiring separate photography and videography teams, consider combining efforts to save money. Have one side book a photographer and the other book a videographer.

This way you can get the services of both without doubling your costs.

Wrapping up,

Hope this article has provided you insights regarding how to save money on your big day. If you have any tips or suggestions regarding how to save money on your big day let us know in the comment section below.

If you are looking to book any vendor or want any advice on your planning process feel free to contact us.