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[P433]Planning A Wedding On A Small Budget

by Linda A, Lin

Do you want to get married, yet you lack the financial means to throw a big party? Money shouldn't be too big a problem if you're clever enough to start Planning a Wedding on a Tight Budget. The importance of the event as such doesn't reside in the amount of money you spend for it, but rather on the emotional value it has for those involved. Therefore, start looking for solutions and think of planning a wedding on a small budget. It doesn't take that much time and it can be really fun. What you should know from the beginning is that planning a wedding on a small budget, requires having some trustworthy people around you to help.

When planning a wedding on a small budget the first on the list to cut off the costs are the flowers and transportation. Hiring a luxury lime could be almost out of question, therefore many couples prefer to have it in one venue. Then, planning a wedding on a small budget should also include the moment you organize it. The fall and winter months are less expensive and the costs also vary on whether you have it in mid-week or at the week-end. There is another solution for planning a wedding on a small budget that would drastically reduce costs. I'm talking about a joint-wedding.

The joint-wedding idea when planning a wedding on a small budget, is usually valid when you have some friends who also want to get married. Though you'll have to make some little compromises, such as a limit to the number of invited people or the, this works great for planning a wedding on a small budget. After all, you'll only be paying half the price for the site, music, decorations, flowers and photography, which would highly reduce the general costs. Though you may feel like losing something of the intimacy of this special day, think how original and funny planning a wedding on a small budget could become.

Last but not least, statistics show that when planning a wedding on a small budget, people are very little inclined to reduce the costs of the outfit or the music. These are considered among the most important aspects of the whole event. In the case of planning a wedding on a small budget those who suffer the most are the service suppliers that are cut off the list. Very often they come up with solutions and very valid suggestions that match well with planning a wedding on a small budget.

No one wants to start married life in huge debt and, as money is one of the largest sources of friction between married couples, it may be more trouble than it's worth.

So try to tread the narrow tightrope between skimping and having your perfect wedding. Starting out with a meeting of all parties who are financially involved is a good idea (parents which are contributing etc) to ensure everyone has a clear idea of how much everyone else is willing to contribute.

Once that is done, you have your limit. Now it's time for you to turn that it to a workable budget. Call around and price things up, don't just go for the first price you come to. To make your ideal wedding on a budget isn't necessarily a matter of compromise as the will and dedication to work hard and search out the best deals.

Once that is done sit down and make a list of every possible expense from the big and obvious (Dress!) to the more easily forgotten (table decorations) and the best price you could source.

Now look carefully, where could you save without scrimping? Here are a few ideas :

1) Use the car of a friend or family friend instead of hiring one. You are bound to know someone with a lovely car which would look perfect.

2) Don't be afraid to haggle, especially for things that are very expensive or things you are buying in bulk. Suppliers know they are in a competitive business and would like you as a client!

3) Wedding dresses can be so expensive so there are a few ways you could save a little money. Use a family heirloom, it can be altered to fit you and a few minor alterations would personalise it

Buy from the high street, even if you don't find the perfect one consider buying one similar to perfect and getting some alterations done (lace on the arms, more pronounced waist, longer train etc). Other ideas include buying off the peg (BHS, Debenhams etc), buying dresses second hand and altering them (ebay, second hand shops etc) and renting dresses.

4) Using a friend or relative to take the photos can save a small fortune. Digital cameras have made photography slightly less of a specialised art and someone with a creative eye and the time necessary to learn to use one can take some amazing shots.

5) Get married out of season. Certain times of the year are much more expensive, an out of season wedding can give you price bargaining tools with suppliers.

If all this still leaves you far short then consider doing it abroad. No presents admittedly but there's no hassle! Wedding packages abroad can cost as little of £3,000 while still leaving you with a memorable and amazing wedding.
One idea to negate the problems associated (namely family disappointment) is throwing a party when you get back.This means all your friends and family can get to gather to celebrate without necessarily expecting you to pay for an amazing venue and dinner.

The most important thing when planning on a budget is to be realistic both with the amount you can realistically save and how far you can stretch your money. Setting up a separate ‘wedding account' can allow you to save without being tempted to dip into the kitty!

So good luck and when the big day is over you will be able to go on to a life together free from debt....

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Mark Stockton has sinced written about articles on various topics from Wedding Planning. Sarah McCormack works for Simply Wedding Planners, a site where UK couples can compare the services of reputable, experienced