A few wedding budget No-No's:
1. Don't -- I mean NEVER -- EVER -- go into debt to pay for your wedding. This is the main reason I want to stick to a strict budget.
2. Don't put wedding bill on plastic unless you can pay off the balance in full as soon as you get the statement. If you got a great deal on something, that credit card intrest will kill the savings. If you are getting miles or points to put toward a honeymoon or other wedding savings, consider how much your willing to charge and cap it before you start handing out the plastic.
3. Don't agree to upgrades. Linens, fancy chair covers often add cost, be sure to ask before upgrading.
4. Don't spend more than you planned in one area - unless you can cut back in another area.
5. Don't budget for fewer guests than you invited. Always better to overestimate.
What are your budget no-no's??
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Tuesday, June 26, 2012
Thursday, June 14, 2012
What's in Your Budget?
On average, couples in the US spend more than $25,000 on their wedding! That's just the average, the majority spend between 19 and 32 thousand bucks and that doesn't even include the honeymoon! YIKES!!
The average $25,000 wedding includes all kinds of unnecessary costs for a budget bride, like flower petals, A La Carte planning services, a DJ AND a live band! I think I'll stick to a lower cost budget. Here are some things you'll want to consider when planning your budget. Keep in mind you don't need it all.
I don't plan on including several things off this list. Remember to enlist the help of friends and family member that can help cut costs with they're handy DIY skills or contacts. Maybe your uncle knows a great photographer that would be willing to give you a discount, or your mom can make gifts for your girls. Cutting costs can take a little creativity but if I can do it, so can you!
What are you eliminating to keep within your budget?
The average $25,000 wedding includes all kinds of unnecessary costs for a budget bride, like flower petals, A La Carte planning services, a DJ AND a live band! I think I'll stick to a lower cost budget. Here are some things you'll want to consider when planning your budget. Keep in mind you don't need it all.
- Attire & Accessories
- Dress Accessories
- Veil
- Groom's Attire
- Wedding Dress
- Beauty & Spa
- Hair Service
- Makeup Service
- Manicure & Pedicure
- Entertainment
- DJ or Live band (Reception)
- Musician, Soloist (Ceremony)
- Flowers & Decor
- Boutonnieres, Corsages
- Bridal Bouquet
- Bridesmaids Bouquets
- Ceremony Decor
- Flower Girl Flowers
- Reception Decor
- Reception Centerpieces
- Invitations
- Ceremony Programs
- Engagement Announcements and/or Save the Dates
- Guest Book
- Postage
- Invitations & Reply cards
- Reception Menues
- Table name & Escort/ place cards
- Thank you notes
- Gifts & Favors
- Gifts for Attendants
- Gifts for Parents
- Tips (for all wedding services)
- Wedding favors
- Bride/Grooms Gifts
- Jewelry
- Wedding bands
- Photography & Video
- Engagement Session (most of the time included in your wedding photog package)
- Prints
- Album
- Planner/Consultant
- Decide if you want a full service planner to help with every detail or maybe a day-of consultant
- Transportation
- Venue, Catering & Rentals
- Ceremony Location
- Ceremony Officiator
- Reception Location
- Reception Food
- Reception Bar
- Honeymoon?
I don't plan on including several things off this list. Remember to enlist the help of friends and family member that can help cut costs with they're handy DIY skills or contacts. Maybe your uncle knows a great photographer that would be willing to give you a discount, or your mom can make gifts for your girls. Cutting costs can take a little creativity but if I can do it, so can you!
What are you eliminating to keep within your budget?
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