How to Plan a Small Inexpensive Wedding for $1,000
Many couples feel pressured to create the perfect wedding and to spare no expense on this one special day. Wedding planning is an entire industry full of different professionals that provide a myriad of different services. However, you could forgo working with professionals and paying industry prices by getting creative with your resources and planning a wedding that is unique and unforgettable. Budget conscious brides can save big dollars on their wedding day by enlisting friends and family to help plan and provide. According to a survey conducted by The Knot, the average wedding costs $27,800. However, the budget is completely in your control and if you know how to cut corners, you can plan your own small wedding on a $1,000 budget.
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Off season weddings are easier on the wallet. Pick an off season date for your wedding. Spring and summer are the most popular months for weddings and during that time, location sights and vendor prices are at their peak. This may also benefit your guests as many hotels offer lower prices during that time as well. If you chose an off season wedding be sure to keep the weather in mind and have a backup plan in case rain or snow hampers your plans.
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Your backyard can provide a beautiful and budget friendly location for your wedding. Consider your location. Wedding locations can take up a large portion of your budget. Instead of booking a fancy event hall or renting out an entire farmhouse, look at your options. Many couples have their ceremony and reception in their own backyard, or at the home of a family member or friend. The location would be of no cost to you and you would have plenty of time to experiment with the set up and decorations.
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Create a wedding website and online invitations to keep costs down. Save money on invitations by using an online service that will create and send out paperless invitations and provide you with a wedding website that lists all the pertinent information that a paper invitation would. This is also an eco-friendly alternative and an easier way to keep track of RSVP's.
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Get your guests dancing by providing your own music. Make your own music. Professional wedding djs can cost a small fortune and may not play what you and your guests want to hear. One way to ensure that you will enjoy your wedding music is to create your own playlist on your computer or ipod. Hook them up to speakers and you're ready to go. You can choose songs that are special to you and your loved one and even invite your guests to make their own mixes.
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Ditch the designer wedding gown. Many brides-to-be spend a lot of money on their fairy tale perfect wedding gown. Think outside the box when shopping for your dress. Visit sample sales or look at ebay for discounts on previously worn gowns. Scour vintage shops for timeless pieces at reasonable prices.
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Find seasonal flowers and make your own arrangements. Grow your own flowers in advance or find someone with a garden to assist you. Ask your wedding party to help you make arrangements for the wedding day. Research seasonal flowers in your area to know when to start planting and when to start picking.
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Throw a potluck reception. Ask your guests to each bring a dish or champagne. Make your own dishes, as well. If you are providing liquor at your wedding you may want to visit a wholesale store to get the best deals.
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