A wedding is probably the most expensive occasion you will ever have to plan for; the cost these days is between twenty to twenty-five thousand dollars on average, which can put couples off. Many couples just do not have that kind of money to spend on their wedding; the day should be about the couple, not what they have spent and a cheap wedding can still achieve this. Savings can be made in almost every area if you follow just a few of the ideas presented here; which should promise a fantastic day for less!



Low Cost Bridal Gown

Almost never considered are the costs associated with the hand made wedding dress; many brides sell their dress soon after they are married and this is a sensible way to reduce the cost. The huge cost of a new wedding dress cannot always be justified these days; many bridal shops carry a large number of previously owned dresses that can be hired or bought for considerably less than new.

Planning the Reception

The wedding reception is normally the biggest expense and where costs can get out of hand; with an average of just under two hundred guests attending it is easy to see how you can reduce the financial burden for your cheap wedding. You can reduce the number of people attending by not inviting those who are only at the periphery of your life which can include distant relatives; when it comes to the meal, instead a four course silver service, why not arrange a hot or cold buffet.

Other cost reductions can be made in where the wedding reception is held; it could take place in a friend's house or a local club where money could be saved on beverages if they are supplied directly.

Images of the Wedding

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. You could, if you are brave, dispense with the services of a photographer completely; a friend or relative who is a keen photographer might be happy to do this for you!

Online 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. With the correct programs, all the work can be checked fully before it is printed out; this means that often costly errors and adjustments that are often required in the early stages of the work are not made.

Flowers at the Wedding

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 possible, try and get a friend to make your wedding cake for you; cakes do not have to be the traditional fruit so try a sponge cake with a chocolate flavor filling for example.

Wedding Cars and Limousines

Lastly, instead of a limousine why not rent a car or borrow a luxury car from a friend or relative; most will be pleased to help.

It may be a cheap wedding but it can still be enjoyed by everyone that attends; they do not need to know it was arranged on a very tight budget!