Tips for Planning Your Budget-Friendly Wedding in 2022

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The first step to save money on your wedding is to know how much money you have to work with. This may involve having some conversations with parents or relatives who have offered to help with expenditures. These talks will need to be upfront and direct. 

1. Know What You Can Spend

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It’s important for you to know exactly how much assistance and in what areas your loved ones are willing to contribute. If you and your fiance will be chipping in or paying for the entire event, you’ll need to be real honest regarding how much you can afford. Having a solid number to start with is necessary in order to plan and monitor your spending.

1. Know What You Can Spend

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Keeping thorough records is crucial to staying within your projected wedding budget. You can do this in whatever way you prefer, as long as you make sure to update it consistently. A ledger will suffice if you are a person who likes pen and paper.

2. Keep Track

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For those who like to make things as simple as possible, why not look for an online wedding budget tracker or app? If creating spreadsheets is something you enjoy, go for it. Choose the format you’re most likely to enjoy and to use.

2. Keep Track

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Find ways you can be versatile when it comes to the details of your wedding. For instance, consider hosting a brunch wedding instead of an afternoon ceremony with a dinner reception. Venues often charge less for ceremonies that take place earlier in the day. Plus, brunch fare is less costly than dinner items. 

3. Be Versatile

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Another idea may be to consider an infinity bridesmaid dress for your bridesmaid wedding attire. This dress can be styled and worn in a multitude of ways to fit the fashion taste of each participant without any compromise. Perhaps you might also want to consider a venue that is already beautifully decorated or one with gorgeous nature views in order to minimize the cost of decor.

3. Be Versatile

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Food is one of the biggest expenses when it comes to formal events. You can save a significant amount of money by keeping your guest list in check. Try not to feel obligated to invite every relative you and your fiance have. 

4. Keep the Guest List in Check

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Keeping your invitees to your closest circle of friends and family will not only add up to tremendous savings, but it can also truly make for a more meaningful experience. With large weddings, it can be difficult to find time to visit with everyone or you may find yourself spread too thin, unable to even enjoy your party.

4. Keep the Guest List in Check

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If you’re planning to have alcohol at your reception, you’ll want to give a great deal of consideration to the total amount you want to spend. An open bar will add up quickly and may not go very far. If you don’t want to do a cash bar, try a compromise that limits the drink selection. 

5. Limit the Drinks

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Choose a few options like beer, wine, and maybe one signature cocktail. Everyone can still have a good time, and you won’t go over budget.

5. Limit the Drinks

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When it comes to coordinating your wedding style, keeping it simple is likely your best bet. Expenses like invitations, linen, flowers, centerpieces, signage and decorations can get expensive.  You can manage this by going for a more minimalist theme. Not only can less be more, but it can also be easier to coordinate and more affordable. Simple doesn’t mean boring.

6. Keep It Simple

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