Easy Wedding Budget Trimming Ideas
Trim your guest list: One of the most effective ways to reduce your wedding budget is to cut down on the number of guests you invite. Fewer guests mean fewer tables, less food, and fewer favors. You can prioritize who you really want to attend and only invite close family and friends. Plus, there’s less stress! It’s a lot easier to have a good time greeting a smaller crowd.
Choose an off-peak wedding date: Getting married during off-peak season, or even on a weekday, can save you a lot of money on venue rental and other services. Ash & Oak has significant discounts for off-peak dates. Cost or Investment
DIY some wedding decorations: DIY decorations can add a personal touch to your wedding, and also save you money. You can make your own centerpieces, floral arrangements, and even wedding favors. Ash & Oak has a large selection of decor items included with your booking.
Opt for a cheaper wedding dress: Consider purchasing a pre-owned wedding dress or even renting one. Another option is to look for dresses on sale or discount.
Skip the wedding planner: Wedding planners can be expensive. You can plan your own wedding by using online resources, talking to friends who have planned their own weddings, and creating a detailed schedule and checklist. Ash & Oak provides a host of resources for you to make the process easy.
Go digital with invitations: Instead of spending money on expensive printed invitations, consider sending digital invitations or creating your own.
Serve a buffet-style meal: Buffet-style meals can be less expensive than plated dinners, and they also allow guests to choose the dishes they want to eat. Plus, everyone gets served faster buffet style and they are a very popular option.
Opt for a smaller wedding cake: A smaller wedding cake can still look beautiful and be just as delicious as a larger one. You can also consider having a dessert bar or serving cupcakes instead of a traditional wedding cake. Target and Costco both have great sheet cake options that are cost effective to back fill your cake needs.
Use in-season flowers: Flowers that are in season are often less expensive than those that are out of season. Work with your florist to choose beautiful flowers that are readily available and affordable.
