How To Arrange A Wedding On A Budget

So the time has come. They have popped the question, you have the ring, and the chance to organize the biggest day of your life is just around the corner.

The only issue is that you are strapped for cash, and lack the budget for a large, elaborate, Kardashian-esque “I do”.

If this sounds familiar, we have good news for you. You do not have to blow thousands of dollars in order to enjoy the wedding of your dreams. In fact, you can enjoy a beautiful day for a fraction of this cost. Keen to know how? Then read on!

Trim The Guest List

One of the biggest issues with weddings is that the more people who are invited, the more the day will cost you, and it’s easy for this to spin out of control. The key thing to remember is that your wedding is a special day for you and your partner, and you have the final say.

Sit down as a couple, and calculate how many people your budget can accommodate. Then, each make a list of guests you would like at the wedding and compare these. This offers a chance to really think about the people who matter, and you may find that the two of you have overlaps.

Don’t Feel Pressured By Tradition

Remember, your wedding day is all about the two of you, so don’t feel pressured to follow expensive traditions. In recent years, there has been a trend of elaborate, exotic bachelor and bachelorette parties in far-flung locations, as well as a schedule of pre-wedding events. These can drive up costs.

Plan your wedding your way. If you want a small, intimate bachelorette party, then plan dinner with a few close friends. Not your thing? Then don’t be afraid to do away with it altogether. You are under no obligation to follow any “rules”.

Get Married Out of Season

If you don’t have a particular preference about your wedding date, then consider getting married outside of the main “season” – this is usually between April and September.

During these months, the weather tends to be warmer and brighter, and so weddings are more popular, and prices go up. Booking a December wedding not only gives your day a unique twist, but it could also halve your venue costs.

You can usually also get a cheaper deal if you opt for a midweek wedding, so this is something to consider if your guests are flexible.

Elope!

Ultimately, your wedding is about the love that you and your partner share, and a large party is not essential. If you really cannot make the budget stretch, or simply want to avoid family drama, then why not find your dream spot, get on a plane, and run away to get married?

Depending on your location, you may have to have another ceremony at home to ensure that the marriage is legal, but this is usually fairly inexpensive.

Final Thoughts

Organizing your wedding is a chance to celebrate your love and spend time with those closest to you. Keep your eyes on the main focus, and don’t feel distracted or anxious by expensive, unnecessary extras.