Four Unique Ways to Make Money for your Wedding

Even if you work to keep costs low, weddings are extremely expensive. According to Cost of Wedding, the typical United States wedding costs over $20,000, and most couples spend at least $15,000. That’s not even counting the costs associated with honeymoons, engagements parties, bridal shower parties, and announcements. Needless to say, if you’re on a [...]

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Saving Money on Your Venue

Renting a venue can be expensive. How can you save money when booking a place for your ceremony and reception? Use the following tips:
~ Book multiple events. You might get a discount if you hold the reception at the same venue where you hold your reception. Have other family-related events coming up, like anniversary parties? [...]

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Free Stuff for Brides

Planning a wedding can be expensive and stressful. Everyone deserves some free gifts, including brides! Luckily, there are places around the Internet that offer free stuff for couples getting married. Here are some of our favorites:
Free Wedding Website at eWedding – In this day and age, everyone is connected online. Reach out to your guests [...]

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The ABCs of Saving Money on your Reception Hall

One of your biggest wedding expenses might actually be renting the reception hall. The good news is that there are ways to save money on this rental without sacrificing quality. In fact, it is as easy as ABC!
Ask for pricing options. Sometimes, you’ll be surprised to find that the price of the reception hall changes [...]

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Wedding Planning on a Budget

We know you must be excited about your upcoming wedding. You might also be wondering what sort of wedding you can afford – especially if you are familiar with the typical price of a wedding today. According to CostOfWedding.com, “The majority of [U.S.] couples spend between $14,366 and $35,915 while their wedding budget is typically [...]

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3 ways to save money on your wedding using low-cost alternatives

Awhile back, Flowerella posted some great tips about ways to cut costs by replacing expensive flowers with inexpensive versions that look similar. That’s not the only way to save money at your wedding, though. Here are a few other ways you can cut corners by replacing expensive items with there less pricey alternatives. No one [...]

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Wedding favors on a budget

When scaling down your wedding budget, don’t nix the favors! Many brides are trying to save money on their wedding, but every wedding reception should still provide their guests with favors.
Favors are a simple way to say “thank you” to your friends and family. And even if you are on a budget, you can offer [...]

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Fishing for dollars: How to politely ask for money for your wedding

Weddings cost a ton, and most couples have a little help paying for their big day. If this is your second wedding, you might be on your own, but otherwise, it is perfectly acceptable to ask for help from your parents. The problem falls with asking for this money. Are you uncomfortable about approaching your [...]

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Three ways to make that honeymoon feeling last

Every couple looks forward to their honeymoon, and every couple dreads the end of the “honeymoon period.” Try these three tips to help make that happy, fuzzy feeling last years after your wedding day.
1) Spend less on your first honeymoon so you can spend more on future “honeymoons.” Who ever said you are only allowed one honeymoon? [...]

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The top five ways to save money on the tux

According to About Tuxedos from Cometo.us, you should budget $100-200 per tuxedo for your wedding. Ouch! If you’re helping out the groomsmen (which isn’t necessary, but which many brides and grooms do), just a five-man wedding party will average $750. You don’t get to keep the tuxes either – that’s just the rental fee!
What’s a [...]

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