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It is incredible just how much money a wedding costs these days; over 25 billion dollars is spent each year on weddings, with an average 20-25,000 spent on each. It is understandable that many couples feel pressured into spending money that they do not have but it really is not necessary; remember that just because it's a cheap wedding does not mean that it can not be done with style. Consider a few of the ideas detailed below if you would like to reduce your financial outlay; your special day may be more affordable than you think!
Second Hand Hand Made Wedding Dresses
Of course every bride wants a designed, hand made wedding dress; This is very expensive but savings can be made, especially if using a previously owned dress is considered. Selling previously owned wedding dresses is an area which is becoming more popular; when a bride-to-be realizes she can have a quality handmade dress for half the cost of a new one or even renting it for the day, this begins to make sense.
Planning the Reception
With the wedding reception requiring the most planning and portion of the budget, this is the area to make reductions; the average number of guests is just under 190 but this is an area where costs can be reduced as soon as you start to plan your cheap wedding. Try and keep your guest list to a minimum: ask yourself if you really need to invite family members you have not seen for years; instead, opt for a three course meal or a hot and cold buffet.
To save on a costly wedding reception venue in a hotel, consider the alternatives; some people now arrange to hold them in a club house where they can place a set amount over the bar for certain beverages like beer, wine and soft drinks for the children.
Wedding Photography
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. An alternative would be to go one step further and not bother with the expense of a photographer at all; why not ask your guests to take photographs of the occasion all day?
Print At Home Personalized Stationary
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. The quality of printers available combined with sophisticated programs means it is quite easy to do; in fact very professional looking results can be achieved on a home computer.
The Wedding Flower Arrangements
Cost cutting measures can also be found in the area of flowers and their arrangement; these can actually be purchased in large quantities from wholesalers or even from your own garden if you have the capacity. If you have one of your friends make the wedding cake you can save some serious money; there probably will not be any need for five or six tiers either just as an alternative to the traditional fruit filling could be tried.
The Transportation
One last suggestion relates to the limousine which could easily be a beautifully decorated car belonging to a friend; This is not actually that uncommon.
Savings can be made everywhere if you just know where to look but this does not mean it has to look like a cheap wedding; who will care providing everyone enjoys the occasion!
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Source by Mike E Woods
