Over the holiday weekend, I picked up a book entitled
Instant Weddings: From "Will You?" to "I Do!" in Four Months or Less
by Jennifer L. Shawne
Instant Weddings: From "Will You?" to "I Do!" in Four Months or Less
by Jennifer L. Shawne
After reading through it, some interesting tips stood out to me...ideas I might not have thought of, but ideas that make so much sense. Here are some budget saving tips and extra-creative additions to enhance the greatness of your day:
*don't use the "wicked W word" when shopping for items for your big day:
By using catchphrases such as "I'm looking for a fabulous dress." or "I'm hoping to book a place for a private party," money can be saved from vendors who automatically increase prices for weddings before they even get to hear about what a couple is looking for.
*switch up the typical concept of bar refreshments:
Offer "his & her" cocktails, sangria or mimosas.
Furthermore, shopping at big liquor stores ensures a bigger back stock and
possibly better deals when buying in bulk.
*include more than the "need-to-know" information on a wedding website:
If a couple is expecting several guests from out of town, it may be fun to include a section on their website with recommended locations, such as a restaurant, park or other date area that has an important meaning. If guests are coming into town early, it could be a special chance to share in the story of your lives together.
*stretching out your budget for flower arrangements:
In the event that a wedding venue has more than one event in a day, why not call and discuss the notion of sharing flowers? A small, but possibly significant way to reduce the price of decorating.
*"kill two birds":
There is a lot of stress involved in planning a wedding, but it is important to not let stress get in the way of the big day. Try multitasking: have dinner at a location you are considering for your rehearsal dinner or spend an afternoon wine tasting with friends for your reception. Too many times couples get caught up in separating wedding planning from their daily lives. Times are tough, so make life easier on yourself.
www.pocketculture.com
By using catchphrases such as "I'm looking for a fabulous dress." or "I'm hoping to book a place for a private party," money can be saved from vendors who automatically increase prices for weddings before they even get to hear about what a couple is looking for.
*switch up the typical concept of bar refreshments:
Offer "his & her" cocktails, sangria or mimosas.
Furthermore, shopping at big liquor stores ensures a bigger back stock and
possibly better deals when buying in bulk.
*include more than the "need-to-know" information on a wedding website:
If a couple is expecting several guests from out of town, it may be fun to include a section on their website with recommended locations, such as a restaurant, park or other date area that has an important meaning. If guests are coming into town early, it could be a special chance to share in the story of your lives together.
*stretching out your budget for flower arrangements:
In the event that a wedding venue has more than one event in a day, why not call and discuss the notion of sharing flowers? A small, but possibly significant way to reduce the price of decorating.
*"kill two birds":
There is a lot of stress involved in planning a wedding, but it is important to not let stress get in the way of the big day. Try multitasking: have dinner at a location you are considering for your rehearsal dinner or spend an afternoon wine tasting with friends for your reception. Too many times couples get caught up in separating wedding planning from their daily lives. Times are tough, so make life easier on yourself.
www.pocketculture.com
No comments:
Post a Comment